AYANEO 2S vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
These are fundamentally different devices serving different purposes. The AYANEO 2S is a premium handheld gaming PC with a 7-inch display, weighing just 680g, powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U with RDNA 3 graphics and 16GB or 32GB RAM. It delivers superior gaming performance with a 1920x1200 IPS display at 400 nits brightness, though battery life ranges from 2-7 hours depending on workload. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 15 is a traditional ultrabook laptop with a 15.6-inch 1920x1080 IPS display, Intel Core i7-1355U processor, and 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, weighing 1.56kg with up to 10 hours of battery life. For portable gaming and emulation, the AYANEO 2S excels with its specialized hardware and superior graphics capabilities. For productivity, document work, and everyday computing, the Galaxy Book4 15 offers a larger screen, better ergonomics for extended use, longer battery endurance, and HDMI connectivity. The AYANEO costs $150 more at $899, while the Samsung provides better value for traditional laptop tasks at $749. Choose the AYANEO 2S if gaming portability is your priority; select the Galaxy Book4 15 for versatile daily computing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the AYANEO 2S if…
- →Ryzen 7 7840U with RDNA 3 GPU delivers powerful handheld gaming performance
- →Premium aluminum build quality feels significantly better than plastic
- →Up to 32 GB RAM and 2 TB storage for maximum flexibility
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
AYANEO 2S
Pros
- Ryzen 7 7840U with RDNA 3 GPU delivers powerful handheld gaming performance
- Premium aluminum build quality feels significantly better than plastic
- Up to 32 GB RAM and 2 TB storage for maximum flexibility
- Two USB-C ports allow charging while using external accessories
- Hall-effect joysticks for drift-free controls over time
Cons
- $899 starting price is very expensive for a handheld
- 680 g is heavy for extended handheld sessions
- 60Hz display is behind ROG Ally's 120Hz
- Windows 11 is not optimized for handheld gaming
- Limited brand recognition and after-sales support compared to ASUS or Valve
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 | AYANEO 2S | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 680 g | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum alloy chassis | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 264.5 x 105.5 x 36.1 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| HDMI | — | |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Memory | ||
| Storage options | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD, 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 2-7 hours (game dependent) | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 50.25 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 300 |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x (7500 MT/s) | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 8-core CPU, RDNA 3 (12 CUs) integrated GPU | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U (Zen 4, 8-core / 16-thread, up to 5.1 GHz) | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | — |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | — | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | — | |
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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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