Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 is the better laptop on paper: it is lighter, has more memory and has an OLED screen. Pick the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 only if it matters to you that it has more storage and has a sharper screen.
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Key differences
- Weight Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 is 0.6 kg lighter: 1.46 kg against 2.05 kg.
- Memory Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Storage Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 wins
The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
- OLED screen Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 has an OLED screen, with true blacks and richer colour than the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1's LCD.
- Sharpness Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 wins
The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1's screen is sharper: 2.5K against Full HD.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 if…
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You read, write or edit photos a lot: its 2.5K screen makes text and images crisper.
- You like smooth scrolling: its 90 Hz screen feels slicker.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.46 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 leads on battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has more storage, while the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 has more memory.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics 140V |
| AI engine (NPU) | 47 TOPS | 47 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-8533 | LPDDR5X (on-package) |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 (Gen4x4 QLC) | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 |
| Storage slots | — | 2 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a slightly bigger screen: 16" against 15.6". The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a sharper screen, has a smoother screen and has a slightly bigger screen, while the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 has an OLED screen.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Panel | Mini-LED | OLED |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | — | 370 nits |
| Colour range | — | 120% DCI-P3 colour volume |
| HDR | HDR 600 | 500 nits peak (HDR mode) |
| Finish | Glossy | — |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | — | S Pen |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter and is slimmer, and the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 31 hours |
| Battery capacity | 64 Wh | 68.1 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | ExpressCharge: up to 80% in 60 minutes | 39% in about 30 minutes |
| Weight | 2.05 kg | 1.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 356.78 x 250.60 x 16.99 mm | 355.4 x 228 x 13.7 mm |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Midnight Blue | Gray |
| Colours available | Midnight Blue | Gray |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps, DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery - charges), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery - charges), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm universal audio jack | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps) | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | — | 2 MP (1080p FHD) |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | backlit keyboard with numeric keypad | Pro keyboard, backlit, numeric keypad |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | precision touchpad | Clickpad |
| Speakers | stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro | 2x 2 W stereo, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | dual-array microphones | dual-array digital |
| Pen | — | Included |
| Security | TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader | TPM, fingerprint reader |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | FFYP5 | NP754QHA-KG1UK |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |