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HP Dragonfly G4 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"

Updated Apr 2026laptops
HP Dragonfly G4
HP
HP Dragonfly G4
$1,799
8.7/10
Winner
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
$749
7.1/10

The Verdict

HP Dragonfly G4 and Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" serve different user priorities at vastly different price points. HP's 13.5-inch OLED display with 1920x1280 resolution and 400-nit brightness significantly outperforms Samsung's 15.6-inch IPS panel (1920x1080, 300 nits), making it superior for creative work and outdoor visibility. HP weighs just 0.99 kg versus Samsung's 1.56 kg, and its magnesium construction feels more premium than aluminum. Both share Intel Core i7 processors (HP's 1365U vs Samsung's 1355U) and 16GB RAM, delivering comparable everyday performance. Battery life favors HP at 13 hours versus Samsung's 10 hours. Samsung compensates with a larger 15.6-inch screen and 57% lower price ($749 vs $1799), making it attractive for budget-conscious buyers who prioritize screen real estate over portability and display quality. HP includes two Thunderbolt ports while Samsung offers USB-C, but HP lacks expandable storage like Samsung. For professionals needing exceptional portability, display quality, and build materials, HP Dragonfly G4 justifies its premium. Students and casual users seeking value get more screen inches and decent performance from Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" at a fraction of the cost. Choose HP for ultraportability and superior specs, Samsung for budget-friendly larger-screen computing.

ValueBook4 15"
BatteryDragonfly G4
DisplayDragonfly G4
PerformanceDragonfly G4
portabilityDragonfly G4

Who Should Buy

Buy the HP Dragonfly G4 if…

  • Featherlight at just 0.99 kg — ideal for frequent travellers
  • Tall 3:2 OLED display boosts productivity in portrait orientation
  • HP Wolf Security for business-grade protection

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…

  • Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
  • Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
  • Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link

Category Scores

HP Dragonfly G4
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Value
7.2
8.5
Battery
8.8
7.5
Display
9.2
7.0
Performance
8.5
8.4
portability
9.1
7.0

Pros & Cons

HP Dragonfly G4

Pros

  • Featherlight at just 0.99 kg — ideal for frequent travellers
  • Tall 3:2 OLED display boosts productivity in portrait orientation
  • HP Wolf Security for business-grade protection
  • 5G optional for always-connected mobility
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed

Cons

  • Very expensive for a 13-inch ultrabook
  • U-series CPU throttles quickly under sustained workloads
  • Small 54 Wh battery limits unplugged endurance
  • Limited port selection — no SD card reader
  • OLED touch display attracts smudges

Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"

Pros

  • Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
  • Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
  • Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
  • 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
  • HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations

Cons

  • 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
  • Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
  • Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
  • No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
  • Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option

Full Specifications

SpecHP Dragonfly G4Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
SoftwareWindows 11 ProWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight0.99 kg3.44 lbs (1.56 kg)
MaterialMagnesium alloyAluminum
Dimensions298.6 x 220.3 x 17.5 mm14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches
Ports
HDMI1
USB-A ports11
SD card
Thunderbolt ports2
USB-C ports1
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 13 hours mixed useUp to 10 hours
Capacity54 Wh54 Wh
Display
Size13.5 inches15.6 inches
Type3:2 OLED touch anti-reflectionIPS anti-glare
Resolution1920 x 12801920 x 1080
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Brightness (nits)400300
Storage
SSD512 GB NVMe512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Touch Bar
Processor
RAM16 GB LPDDR516 GB LPDDR5
Cores10-core (2P+8E)10 cores (2P + 8E)
ChipsetIntel Core i7-1365UIntel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen)

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