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Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360

Updated Apr 2026laptops
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
$2,399
8.6/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
$1,349
7.8/10

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.

ValueBook4 360
BatteryBook4 360
DisplayBook3 Ultra
PerformanceBook3 Ultra
portabilityBook4 360

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

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Value
7.2
8.5
Battery
6.8
8.9
Display
9.0
7.5
Performance
9.2
7.8
portability
7.8
8.5

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

SpecSamsung Galaxy Book3 UltraSamsung Galaxy Book4 360
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight3.95 lbs (1.79 kg)1.65 kg
MaterialAluminumAluminum
Dimensions13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm
Ports
HDMI1
USB-A ports12
USB-C ports21
SD card
Thunderbolt ports22
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 8 hoursUp to 14 hours mixed use
Capacity76 Wh68 Wh
Display
Size16 inches15.6 inches
TypeAMOLEDFHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1
Resolution2880 x 18001920 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)400400
Storage
SSD1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe512 GB NVMe
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Touch Bar
Processor
RAM32 GB LPDDR516 GB LPDDR5x
Cores14 cores (6P + 8E)16-core (6P+8E+2LPE)
ChipsetIntel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen)Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

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