Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Both laptops offer solid value at their respective price points, but serve different priorities. The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 costs $100 more but delivers newer processor architecture with the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (12 cores versus the Galaxy Book4's 10-core i7-1355U). This translates to better multitasking and productivity performance. The ThinkBook also includes two USB-A ports plus Thunderbolt connectivity, compared to the Samsung's single USB-A port, making it more practical for professionals who juggle multiple peripherals. Battery life favors the Lenovo at 12 hours versus 10 hours. The 14-inch display resolution of 1920x1200 is also slightly sharper than the 15.6-inch 1920x1080 panel. However, the Samsung Galaxy Book4 undercuts price by $100 and offers a larger 15.6-inch screen, appealing to those prioritizing screen real estate. Storage isn't expandable on the Samsung, while the Lenovo allows upgrades. For business users needing connectivity and performance, the ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 justifies the premium. For budget-conscious buyers wanting maximum screen size, the Galaxy Book4 15 makes sense despite fewer ports and older silicon.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 if…
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI tasks
- →Great port selection — USB-A, HDMI, and Thunderbolt
- →12-hour battery life handles a full workday
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
Pros & Cons
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6
Pros
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI tasks
- Great port selection — USB-A, HDMI, and Thunderbolt
- 12-hour battery life handles a full workday
- Solid aluminum build quality at a sub-$900 price
- Lightweight at 3.3 lbs for easy commuting
Cons
- FHD+ 300-nit display is not bright enough for outdoor use
- No dedicated GPU — struggles with photo/video editing
- Speakers are underwhelming and downward-firing
- Soldered LPDDR5X RAM cannot be upgraded
- Webcam is only 1080p without IR for Windows Hello face unlock
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
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.56 x 8.82 x 0.66 inches | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 60 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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