Dell XPS 15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
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.
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
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
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.86 kg | 1.55 kg |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 344.4 x 230.1 x 18.0 mm | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours mixed use | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | OLED touch | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 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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