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ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra

Updated Apr 2026laptops
ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X
ASUS
ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X
$2,499
8.6/10
Winner
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
$2,400
8.3/10

The Verdict

Both laptops target creative professionals, but they diverge in practical ways. The ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X delivers superior display quality with its 3840 x 2400 OLED panel at 550 nits brightness, making it exceptional for photo and video work where color accuracy matters most. Its 32GB RAM and Intel Core i9-13905H processor provide more raw power for intensive rendering tasks. However, the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra counters with real-world advantages: its lighter 1.86kg frame versus 2.4kg makes a tangible difference during travel, and the 13-hour battery life significantly outlasts the ASUS's 8 hours. The Galaxy Book4's Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, while lower resolution at 2880 x 1800, remains vibrant at 120Hz and suits general productivity well. Port connectivity matches closely between both units. The Samsung includes storage expansion options and costs $100 less. Choose the ASUS if display quality and processing power are non-negotiable for professional content creation. Select the Samsung if portability, battery endurance, and value matter more for a creator who moves between locations frequently. The ASUS edges ahead for specialized creative work, but the Samsung offers better all-around practicality.

ValueBook4 Ultra
BatteryBook4 Ultra
DisplayPro 16X
PerformancePro 16X
portabilityBook4 Ultra

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 Ultra if…

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU

Category Scores

ASUS ZenBook Pro 16X
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Value
8.4
8.6
Battery
7.0
8.7
Display
9.1
8.2
Performance
8.9
8.5
portability
7.2
8.8

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 Ultra

Pros

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
  • Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem

Cons

  • Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
  • Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
  • Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
  • Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent

Full Specifications

SpecASUS ZenBook Pro 16XSamsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
SoftwareWindows 11 ProWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight5.29 lbs (2.4 kg)1.86 kg
MaterialAluminumAluminum
Dimensions14.05 x 9.89 x 0.77 inches355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm
Ports
HDMI1
USB-A ports11
USB-C ports22
SD card
Thunderbolt ports22
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 8 hoursUp to 13 hours
Capacity96 Wh76 Wh
Display
Size16 inches16 inches
TypeOLED touchDynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen
Resolution3840 x 24002880 x 1800
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)550400
Storage
SSD1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe1 TB
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Processor
RAM32 GB LPDDR516 GB LPDDR5X
Cores14 cores (6P + 8E)16 cores
ChipsetIntel Core i9-13905H (13th Gen)Intel Core Ultra 9 185H

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