ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
Both laptops target creative professionals, but serve different needs. The ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X commands a $1150 premium with its 16-inch 3840x2400 OLED display delivering exceptional color accuracy and contrast, ideal for video editing and design work. Its Intel Core i9-13905H with 32GB RAM and 1TB storage provides raw power for intensive multitasking and rendering. However, battery life caps at 8 hours despite the 96Wh capacity, making it tethered to power during travel. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 offers remarkable versatility as a 2-in-1 with its FHD+ AMOLED display and 360-degree hinge, plus it stretches to 14 hours of mixed-use battery life. The Core Ultra 7 155H matches real-world performance adequately for most professionals, though 16GB RAM and 512GB storage feel modest for the price. The Galaxy Book4 includes HDMI and dual USB-A ports, while the ASUS provides two Thunderbolt connections and SD card support. For stationary creative work demanding color-critical precision, the ASUS dominates. If you need portability, convertible functionality, and all-day unplugged operation, the Samsung delivers better practicality at a significantly lower cost.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X if…
- →4K OLED touch display with Pantone validation and 100% DCI-P3 coverage
- →ASUS DialPad rotary control for precise creative application adjustments
- →Tilting keyboard mechanism improves airflow and typing ergonomics
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X
Pros
- 4K OLED touch display with Pantone validation and 100% DCI-P3 coverage
- ASUS DialPad rotary control for precise creative application adjustments
- Tilting keyboard mechanism improves airflow and typing ergonomics
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU for content creation and light gaming
- 96 Wh battery provides solid endurance for a 4K OLED laptop
Cons
- 5.29 lbs is heavy for a creative-focused ultrabook
- Tilting keyboard mechanism adds complexity and potential failure points
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded past 32 GB
- $2,499 places it against formidable MacBook Pro competition
- Fan noise increases noticeably during GPU-intensive tasks
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg) | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.05 x 9.89 x 0.77 inches | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 96 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED touch | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13905H (13th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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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