Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
Both laptops share Samsung's excellent Dynamic AMOLED 2X display technology at 2880 x 1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, but they target different user priorities. The Galaxy Book4 Pro weighs just 1.55 kg compared to the Ultra's 1.86 kg, making it noticeably more portable despite the nearly identical 16-inch screen size. Battery life favors the Pro at up to 15 hours versus 13 hours on the Ultra. The Pro also has superior display brightness at 500 nits versus 400 nits. However, the Ultra justifies its $950 premium through a faster Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor (versus the Pro's Core Ultra 7 155H), double the storage at 1 TB with expandability, and a touchscreen display. For content creators and power users handling demanding workloads, the Ultra's processing capability and storage make sense. Professionals prioritizing portability and all-day battery performance will appreciate the Pro's lighter frame and longer runtime. The Pro offers exceptional value at $1449 with better real-world usability, while the Ultra caters to those needing maximum performance and storage flexibility. Choose the Pro for mobility and battery efficiency; pick the Ultra for computational horsepower and expandable storage.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
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 Book4 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
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 Book4 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 15 hours mixed use | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 76 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 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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