Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra targets creative professionals with premium specs, while Galaxy Book4 360 serves everyday users seeking versatility and value. The Book3 Ultra dominates performance with its Intel Core i9-13900H processor, 32GB RAM, and 1TB storage, making it superior for video editing, 3D rendering, and demanding workloads. Its 16-inch AMOLED display at 2880x1800 resolution delivers sharper visuals than the Book4 360's 1920x1080 FHD+ panel, though both support 120Hz refresh rates and 400 nits brightness. The Book3 Ultra weighs 3.95 lbs versus the Book4 360's 3.64 lbs, so portability differences are minimal. Battery life heavily favors Book4 360 at 14 hours versus 8 hours, making it better for travel. Book4 360's 2-in-1 convertible design offers flexibility that Book3 Ultra lacks, and its lower $1,349 price point is compelling for general computing. However, Book3 Ultra's superior processor, doubled RAM, doubled storage, and sharper display justify the premium for content creators. The Book4 360's Intel Core Ultra 7 is respectable but doesn't match the i9's performance tier. For budget-conscious buyers handling everyday tasks, Book4 360 wins decisively. For professionals needing raw power, Book3 Ultra is the clear choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra if…
- →Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- →NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- →Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Pros
- Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
- Seamless Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy phones and tablets
- Excellent keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel and good feedback
Cons
- $2,399 is steep and competes directly with MacBook Pro 16
- 76 Wh battery drains faster on AMOLED — expect 6-7 hours in practice
- Soldered RAM and SSD limit upgradeability
- Samsung software bloatware is annoying to clean up
- No OLED brightness matching Apple's XDR 1600-nit HDR peak
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 76 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) | 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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