Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 delivers superior performance with its 14-core i7-13700H processor, exceptional OLED display at 2880x1800 resolution with 90Hz refresh rate, and impressive 14-hour battery life. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 15 offers better value at $749, featuring a larger 15.6-inch IPS display and adequate performance from its 10-core i7-1355U, though it suffers from lower brightness (300 nits), slower battery endurance (10 hours), and less premium build quality. Port selection favors Lenovo with two USB-C slots versus Galaxy Book4's single port. Both feature 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, but Lenovo's OLED screen and dedicated P-cores make it ideal for creative professionals and demanding tasks. Samsung targets budget-conscious buyers prioritizing screen size over performance. For most users seeking a balanced ultraportable laptop, Lenovo justifies its premium price through superior specs and display technology.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" if…
- →2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- →i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- →Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
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 Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14"
Pros
- 2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
- Good port selection with USB-A and HDMI
- Premium aluminum build quality
Cons
- OLED option cuts battery life to around 9 hours
- No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C ports are USB 3.2
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded
- Speakers are average for the price class
- 90Hz instead of 120Hz on the OLED panel
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 Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.37 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312.2 x 221.4 x 14.9 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours (IPS) / 9 hours (OLED) | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 60 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 14-core (6P + 8E) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700H | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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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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