Dell Precision 5680 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
Both laptops target creative professionals at similar price points, but they excel in different areas. The Dell Precision 5680 prioritizes display quality with its 3840 x 2400 OLED panel and includes 32 GB DDR5 ECC RAM plus the older Intel Core i9-13900H processor. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Ultra counters with the newer Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (16 cores), 120Hz refresh rate, and superior battery life at 13 hours versus 10 hours. The Dell weighs slightly more at 4.49 lbs compared to the Galaxy Book's 1.86 kg, making Samsung the more portable option. Port selection favors Samsung with its legacy USB-A connection, though both offer dual Thunderbolt and USB-C. The Precision's superior RAM and resolution suit workflows demanding precise color work, while the Galaxy Book4 Ultra delivers better everyday performance and mobility. Choose the Dell if color-critical work justifies the extra weight and slightly lower battery endurance. Pick the Samsung for balanced performance with genuine portability advantages and longer battery life.
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 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
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 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
| Spec | Dell Precision 5680 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 4.49 lbs (2.04 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.64 x 9.17 x 0.74 inches | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED touch | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 ECC | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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