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Dell Precision 5680 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360

Updated Apr 2026laptops
Dell Precision 5680
Dell
Dell Precision 5680
$2,499
8.6/10
Winner
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
$1,349
7.4/10

The Verdict

Dell Precision 5680 targets professional creators needing raw workstation power, while Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 serves everyday users wanting versatility. The Dell features a superior 16-inch OLED display at 3840x2400 resolution with 400 nits brightness, paired with Intel Core i9-13900H, 32GB DDR5 ECC RAM, and 1TB PCIe Gen 4 storage - ideal for video editing, 3D rendering, and design work. Its two Thunderbolt 4 ports and SD card slot add professional connectivity. However, it weighs 4.49 lbs with 10-hour battery life. Samsung's convertible approach delivers a lighter 1.65 kg chassis with 120Hz AMOLED display, newer Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, and claims 14 hours battery life, plus the 2-in-1 flexibility. The trade-offs: Samsung's 1920x1080 FHD+ resolution, half the RAM (16GB), smaller 512GB storage, and single USB-C port limit professional workflows. For professional content creators prioritizing screen real estate, processing power, and expansion, the Dell wins decisively at $2499. For students, casual users, or those needing portability and battery endurance, Samsung's $1150 price advantage and hybrid design make it compelling. Recommendation: Choose Dell for serious creative work; choose Samsung for everyday computing and travel.

ValueBook4 360
BatteryBook4 360
DisplayPrecision 5680
PerformancePrecision 5680
portabilityBook4 360

Who Should Buy

Buy the Dell Precision 5680 if…

  • NVIDIA RTX 3500 Ada workstation GPU with ISV certifications
  • 4K OLED touch display with 100% DCI-P3 for color-critical work
  • ECC memory option for error-free computation in CAD/simulation

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

Dell Precision 5680
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Value
7.1
8.7
Battery
7.2
8.4
Display
9.2
7.8
Performance
9.1
8.3
portability
6.5
8.9

Pros & Cons

Dell Precision 5680

Pros

  • NVIDIA RTX 3500 Ada workstation GPU with ISV certifications
  • 4K OLED touch display with 100% DCI-P3 for color-critical work
  • ECC memory option for error-free computation in CAD/simulation
  • Compact for a mobile workstation — smaller than most 16-inch laptops
  • Dell's enterprise support and manageability tools

Cons

  • Expensive starting at $2,499 with workstation GPU configs much higher
  • Only USB-C/Thunderbolt — no built-in USB-A or HDMI
  • OLED display limited to 60Hz refresh rate
  • Fan noise under sustained workstation loads is loud
  • Battery life drops to 4-5 hours under 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

SpecDell Precision 5680Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
SoftwareWindows 11 ProWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight4.49 lbs (2.04 kg)1.65 kg
MaterialCNC machined aluminumAluminum
Dimensions13.64 x 9.17 x 0.74 inches356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm
Ports
HDMI1
USB-C ports21
SD card
Thunderbolt ports22
USB-A ports2
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 10 hoursUp to 14 hours mixed use
Capacity86 Wh68 Wh
Display
Size16 inches15.6 inches
TypeOLED touchFHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1
Resolution3840 x 24001920 x 1080
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)400400
Storage
SSD1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe512 GB NVMe
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Touch Bar
Processor
RAM32 GB DDR5 ECC16 GB LPDDR5x
Cores14 cores (6P + 8E)16-core (6P+8E+2LPE)
ChipsetIntel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen)Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

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