Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
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.
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
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
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 76 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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