Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
The Verdict
Dell Inspiron 15 targets budget-conscious users with acceptable fundamentals, while Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 targets premium users seeking flagship features. Display quality differs significantly: Samsung's 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with 2880x1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate vastly outperforms Dell's 1920x1080 IPS LCD at 60Hz. Performance favors Samsung with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and 16GB LPDDR5X RAM versus Dell's older U-series chips and 8-16GB DDR5. Samsung offers superior connectivity with dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and two USB-C options compared to Dell's single USB-C. Battery capacity (76 Wh vs 54 Wh) and claimed longevity (15 vs 12 hours) also advantage Samsung. Design quality shows premium aluminum construction on Samsung against Dell's plastic chassis. Price difference of $1150 reflects these gaps substantially. Dell excels only on value proposition for basic computing tasks. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 justifies its premium pricing through superior display technology, processing power, and build quality, making it the stronger choice for demanding users.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) if…
- →Solid all-rounder for everyday productivity and web browsing at $599
- →Good port selection including HDMI and SD card reader
- →Reasonable 54 Wh battery provides good endurance for the price
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 if…
- →Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- →Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- →Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell Inspiron 15 (2024)
Pros
- Solid all-rounder for everyday productivity and web browsing at $599
- Good port selection including HDMI and SD card reader
- Reasonable 54 Wh battery provides good endurance for the price
- Lightweight at 1.65 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
- Expandable storage via second M.2 slot
Cons
- 250-nit display brightness is dim for any non-indoor use
- 60Hz refresh rate feels behind modern standards
- 8 GB base RAM needs upgrading for comfortable multitasking
- Plastic chassis feels basic compared to aluminum competitors
- Webcam is only 720p — poor for video calls
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Pros
- Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
- Strong battery life from 76 Wh cell
Cons
- Heavy to use as a tablet at 1.66 kg
- No discrete GPU for creative or gaming workloads
- Soldered RAM limits future upgrades
- S Pen included but lacks charging or Bluetooth features
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.65 kg | 1.66 kg |
| Material | Plastic chassis with aluminum palm rest | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 358.5 x 235.6 x 16.9 mm | 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 15 hours |
| Capacity | 54 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 250 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe NVMe | 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 10-core (Intel) / 6-core (AMD) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i5-1335U / AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | 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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