Dell Precision 5680 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
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.
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
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
| Spec | Dell Precision 5680 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 4.49 lbs (2.04 kg) | 1.65 kg |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.64 x 9.17 x 0.74 inches | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 86 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 | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 ECC | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (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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