HP Chromebook Plus x360 14 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
These laptops serve entirely different purposes and budgets. The HP Chromebook Plus x360 is a lightweight 2-in-1 device at 3.35 lbs with a 14-inch IPS touchscreen (1920 x 1200, 300 nits), Intel Core i3-N305 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage. It excels at web-based tasks, offers solid 12-hour battery life, and costs just $449. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro is a premium productivity powerhouse: 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (2880 x 1800, 120Hz, 500 nits), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores, 16GB RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD, and Thunderbolt ports. It weighs slightly less (3.42 lbs) despite the larger screen and provides 15-hour battery endurance at $1449. For Chrome OS users who need document editing, streaming, and light multitasking, the Chromebook delivers exceptional value with sufficient performance. Windows users requiring professional software, intensive applications, or content creation will find the Galaxy Book4 Pro's superior processing power, display quality, and connectivity indispensable. These aren't competing products; they're solutions for different user needs and budgets.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Chromebook Plus x360 14 if…
- →Google's Chromebook Plus standard guarantees AI features and performance minimums
- →360-degree hinge for laptop, tent, and tablet modes
- →12-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
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
HP Chromebook Plus x360 14
Pros
- Google's Chromebook Plus standard guarantees AI features and performance minimums
- 360-degree hinge for laptop, tent, and tablet modes
- 12-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- Aluminum build feels premium for a Chromebook
- ChromeOS is fast, secure, and auto-updating
Cons
- 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage is not expandable
- ChromeOS can't run traditional Windows apps
- No HDMI port — USB-C to HDMI adapter needed
- 60Hz FHD+ display is basic compared to similarly-priced Windows laptops
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 | HP Chromebook Plus x360 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | ChromeOS | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.35 lbs (1.52 kg) | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.73 x 8.86 x 0.7 inches | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 56 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS touchscreen | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 256 GB UFS | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8 cores (8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i3-N305 | 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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