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Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra

Updated Apr 2026laptops
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
$2,399
8.4/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
$2,400
8.3/10

The Verdict

Both laptops share the same 16-inch AMOLED display, 2880x1800 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and $2399 price point, but they differ in meaningful ways. The Galaxy Book3 Ultra features Intel's 13th-gen Core i9-13900H with 14 cores and 32GB RAM, delivering superior multi-threaded performance for demanding workloads. The Book4 Ultra counters with Intel's newer Core Ultra 9 185H sporting 16 cores, but only 16GB RAM, which actually throttles real-world performance in memory-intensive tasks. Battery life is the Book4's standout advantage, claiming 13 hours versus the Book3's 8 hours, a significant improvement for mobile users. The Book4 also adds storage expandability, a practical convenience the Book3 lacks. Both weigh nearly 1.86kg (4.1 lbs), have identical port selection with two Thunderbolt connections, and feature Dynamic AMOLED displays. The Book3's superior RAM configuration gives it a performance edge for content creation and multitasking, while the Book4 appeals to road warriors prioritizing battery endurance. For creators and power users, the Book3's 32GB memory is a decisive advantage. For travel-focused professionals, the Book4's 13-hour battery and newer processor architecture justify the choice. This is a genuine tie for most users, though the Book3 edges ahead for performance-intensive work.

ValueBook3 Ultra
BatteryBook4 Ultra
DisplayBook4 Ultra
PerformanceBook3 Ultra
portabilityBook4 Ultra

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 Ultra if…

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU

Category Scores

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Value
8.2
8.1
Battery
7.5
8.8
Display
8.5
8.6
Performance
8.8
8.1
portability
8.2
8.3

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 Ultra

Pros

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
  • Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem

Cons

  • Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
  • Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
  • Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
  • Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent

Full Specifications

SpecSamsung Galaxy Book3 UltraSamsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight3.95 lbs (1.79 kg)1.86 kg
MaterialAluminumAluminum
Dimensions13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm
Ports
HDMI1
USB-A ports11
USB-C ports22
SD card
Thunderbolt ports22
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 8 hoursUp to 13 hours
Capacity76 Wh76 Wh
Display
Size16 inches16 inches
TypeAMOLEDDynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen
Resolution2880 x 18002880 x 1800
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)400400
Storage
SSD1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe1 TB
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Processor
RAM32 GB LPDDR516 GB LPDDR5X
Cores14 cores (6P + 8E)16 cores
ChipsetIntel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen)Intel Core Ultra 9 185H

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