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Dell XPS 15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro

Updated Apr 2026laptops
Dell XPS 15 (2024)
Dell
Dell XPS 15 (2024)
$1,499
8.3/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
$1,449
8.5/10
Winner

The Verdict

Both laptops share the same Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor and 512GB storage, but they diverge meaningfully in key areas. Dell's XPS 15 features a stunning 3456 x 2160 OLED touch display with 400 nits brightness across 15.6 inches, offering exceptional color accuracy and contrast for creative work. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen at 2880 x 1800 resolution and 500 nits peak brightness, plus a 120Hz refresh rate that Dell lacks. The Samsung is notably thinner at 12.5mm versus 18mm and lighter at 1.55kg versus 1.86kg, making it superior for frequent travel. Battery life favors Samsung at 15 hours versus Dell's 13 hours, though both use comparable capacity cells. Dell includes 32GB RAM versus Samsung's 16GB, providing better multitasking headroom for demanding workflows. Port selection leans Samsung's way with two USB-A ports and one USB-C (plus Thunderbolt 2) compared to Dell's single USB-A. Storage remains non-expandable on Samsung while Dell supports expansion. For content creators prioritizing display precision and RAM, the XPS 15 wins. For portable professionals valuing thinness, brightness, and refresh rate, Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro edges ahead despite less RAM.

ValueBook4 Pro
BatteryBook4 Pro
DisplayBook4 Pro
Performance15 (2024)
portabilityBook4 Pro

Who Should Buy

Buy the Dell XPS 15 (2024) if…

  • Gorgeous 3.5K OLED touchscreen with vivid colors
  • 32 GB RAM standard at this price tier
  • Premium CNC aluminum chassis

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro if…

  • Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
  • Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
  • Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices

Category Scores

Dell XPS 15 (2024)
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
Value
8.2
8.6
Battery
8.0
8.5
Display
8.8
8.9
Performance
8.1
7.9
portability
7.5
8.7

Pros & Cons

Dell XPS 15 (2024)

Pros

  • Gorgeous 3.5K OLED touchscreen with vivid colors
  • 32 GB RAM standard at this price tier
  • Premium CNC aluminum chassis
  • Includes USB-A and HDMI alongside Thunderbolt
  • Upgradeable SSD and memory

Cons

  • OLED display can exhibit burn-in over time
  • Base model ships with integrated Iris Xe graphics only
  • Battery drains faster with OLED on
  • Runs warm under sustained load
  • Fan noise noticeable during CPU-heavy tasks

Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro

Pros

  • Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
  • Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
  • Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
  • Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
  • Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading

Cons

  • No discrete GPU option on this model
  • RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
  • Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
  • AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
  • Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks

Full Specifications

SpecDell XPS 15 (2024)Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight1.86 kg1.55 kg
MaterialCNC machined aluminumAluminum
Dimensions344.4 x 230.1 x 18.0 mm355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm
Ports
HDMI11
USB-A ports12
SD card
Thunderbolt ports22
USB-C ports1
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 13 hours mixed useUp to 15 hours mixed use
Capacity86 Wh76 Wh
Display
Size15.6 inches16.0 inches
TypeOLED touchDynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution3456 x 21602880 x 1800
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)400500
Storage
SSD512 GB NVMe512 GB NVMe
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Touch Bar
Processor
RAM32 GB LPDDR5x16 GB LPDDR5x
Cores16-core (6P+8E+2LPE)16-core (6P+8E+2LPE)
ChipsetIntel Core Ultra 7 155HIntel Core Ultra 7 155H

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