Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has more memory and lasts longer on a charge. Pick the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 only if it matters to you that it is lighter and is more compact.
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Key differences
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Performance
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360's Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is quicker: it has the power for photo and video editing, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360's Intel Core i5-1340P stays smooth with lots of apps open.
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Gaming
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360's built-in graphics manages light and older games, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360's built-in graphics isn't made for games.
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Display
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 has the better screen: 16" 3K OLED 400 nits 120 Hz against 13.3" Full HD OLED 370 nits.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Similar battery life: up to 20 hours against up to 21 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 1.66 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 has the bigger screen (16" against 13.3"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is more compact.
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 want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 13.3-inch screen.
- You'd like to use it as a tablet too: it folds or detaches into one.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 if…
- You edit photos or video, or keep a lot open at once: its Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is the more powerful processor.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 21 hours).
- You want more room to work: its 16-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
Full spec comparison
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 leads on performance and the screen; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 is ahead on performance.
It is faster, has more memory and has more storage, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1340P | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe M.2 2280 SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 is ahead on the screen.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 has the bigger screen (16" against 13.3"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is more compact. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is more compact, while the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 has a bigger screen, has a sharper screen and has a smoother screen.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | 3K (2880 x 1800) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 370 nits | 400 nits |
| Colour range | 120% DCI-P3 | 120% DCI-P3 |
| Finish | — | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | S Pen | S Pen |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is lighter, while the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 lasts longer on a charge.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 20 hours | Up to 21 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.1 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) |
| Fast charging | 40% in 30 minutes | 35% in about 30 minutes |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 1.66 kg |
| Dimensions | 304.4 x 202.0 x 12.9 mm | 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Graphite | Moonstone Gray |
| Colours available | Graphite | Moonstone Grey, Platinum Silver |
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 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, charging, DisplayPort, 40 Gbps), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headset/mic combo |
| 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
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 is ahead on extras.
It has a number pad, and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 1080p |
| Webcam privacy | — | software block (Block camera and mic setting) |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | backlit keyboard | backlit, numeric keypad |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | Yes |
| Touchpad | — | large glass touchpad |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | 4 speakers (2 woofers 5 W max each, 2 tweeters 2 W each), AKG tuned, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | dual-array | 2 microphones, studio quality, AI noise cancelling |
| Pen | Included | Included |
| Security | TPM, 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 | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | NP730QFG-KA1UK | NP960QGK-KG2UK |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |