Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 vs Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5)
Both are good choices with different strengths. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is lighter, has an OLED screen and has more accurate colour, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has more memory and has more storage.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has more memory (16 GB against 8 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has the better screen: 13.3" Full HD OLED 370 nits against 14" Full HD 300 nits.
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Battery life
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 should last longer: up to 20 hours against up to 11.2 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same ports and wireless on both.
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Portability
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is easier to carry at 1.16 kg, against 1.64 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has twice the storage: 512 GB against 256 GB.
- Colour Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360's screen shows a wider range of colour (120% DCI-P3 against 100% sRGB), so photos and films look richer and truer.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.16 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 120% DCI-P3.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2025.
Full spec comparison
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 leads on battery and weight and the screen, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 leads on performance.
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Performance
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, has more storage and can be upgraded, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1340P | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | — | 12 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | DDR5-5600 |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on the screen.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has an OLED screen, has more accurate colour and has a brighter screen, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has a slightly bigger screen.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 370 nits | 300 nits |
| Colour range | 120% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Finish | — | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | S Pen | — |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter and is slimmer, and the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 20 hours | Up to 11.2 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.1 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 40% in 30 minutes | Rapid Charge |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 1.64 kg |
| Dimensions | 304.4 x 202.0 x 12.9 mm | 313 x 224 x 16.9-18.5 mm |
| Materials | — | Aluminium (Top), Aluminium (Bottom); anodizing sandblasting finish |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible (laptop, tent, stand, tablet) |
| Colour | Graphite | Luna Grey |
| Colours available | Graphite | Luna Grey |
Ports and wireless
Both have much the same ports and wireless.
You can plug in the same things on either.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, charging, DisplayPort), 1x USB-C (charging, DisplayPort), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headset | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps, always on), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, charging PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| 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 | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 1080p + IR |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | backlit keyboard | Backlit, 6-row, spill-resistant |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint, Face |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | — | Buttonless glass-like Mylar surface, Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Atmos, audio by HARMAN |
| Microphones | dual-array | 2x array |
| Pen | Included | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | TPM, fingerprint reader | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, Fingerprint reader (match-on-chip), Camera privacy shutter, IR camera for Windows Hello |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | NP730QFG-KA1UK | 21SQ000EUK |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |