ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
These laptops serve drastically different audiences despite similar price positioning. The ASUS Zenbook Duo commands a $750 premium for its dual 14-inch OLED touchscreens (2880 x 1800, 120Hz each), Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor with 16 cores, and 32GB RAM - a productivity powerhouse for creative professionals who benefit from split-screen workflows. Its 75Wh battery supports up to 7 hours, which is modest given the dual displays. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 15 delivers straightforward value: a single 15.6-inch IPS screen (1920 x 1080, 60Hz), older Intel Core i7-1355U (10 cores), and 16GB RAM for half the price. Battery life reaches 10 hours on its smaller 54Wh cell. The Zenbook's dual-display design is genuinely innovative for multitasking, but requires comfort with the form factor and needs daily charging. The Galaxy Book4 suits everyday computing, streaming, and light work without breaking your budget. Choose the Zenbook if creative multitasking justifies premium hardware costs; pick the Galaxy Book4 for practical portability and excellent value.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) if…
- →Dual 14-inch OLED screens — like having two monitors in a laptop
- →Both displays are 120Hz OLED with stunning HDR and color accuracy
- →32 GB RAM and Core Ultra 9 handle demanding creative workflows
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024)
Pros
- Dual 14-inch OLED screens — like having two monitors in a laptop
- Both displays are 120Hz OLED with stunning HDR and color accuracy
- 32 GB RAM and Core Ultra 9 handle demanding creative workflows
- Detachable Bluetooth keyboard enables flexible workstation setups
- 75 Wh battery manages decent life despite dual OLED screens
Cons
- Dual screens drain battery significantly — 7 hours is optimistic
- Heavier than single-screen ultrabooks at 3.58 lbs
- Software support for dual-screen workflows is still maturing
- Expensive at $1,499 and niche use case
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.58 lbs (1.63 kg) | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.24 x 8.82 x 0.65 inches | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | — |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 75 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches (dual screens) | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED touchscreen x2 | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 (each) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LPE) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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