Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 vs Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE
The real choice here is the system: the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 runs Windows and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE runs ChromeOS. On the specs, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has the edge: it is much faster and has more memory.
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Key differences
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Performance
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360's Intel Core i5-1340P is quicker: it stays smooth with lots of apps open, while the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE's Intel Celeron N4500 is built for browsing and documents.
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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" HD.
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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 12 hours.
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Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4 and HDMI.
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Portability
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is easier to carry at 1.16 kg, against 1.45 kg.
Other differences
- Operating system Depends on you
They run different systems: the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 runs Windows and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE runs ChromeOS. Pick the one that runs the apps you rely on.
- Memory Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 8 GB of memory against 4 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Storage Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has four times the storage: 256 GB against 64 GB.
- Tablet mode Depends on you
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is a 2-in-1 that turns into a tablet, with a pen in the box; the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE is a regular laptop.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 if…
- You want a snappier laptop for everyday work: its Intel Core i5-1340P is the faster processor.
- You need Windows programs or want to play PC games: it runs Windows 11, which runs almost anything.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 8 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 256 GB of storage.
- You'd like to use it as a tablet, or write and draw on the screen: it's a 2-in-1 and comes with a pen.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE if…
- You mostly live in a web browser and want something simple that looks after itself: it runs ChromeOS.
- You want a little more room on screen: it's 14 inches.
- You want a Chromebook that stays supported: Google updates it until June 2031.
Full spec comparison
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 leads on performance, the screen, battery and weight and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on performance.
It is much faster, has more memory and has more storage, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1340P | Intel Celeron N4500 |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage interface | NVMe M.2 2280 SSD | eMMC |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on the screen.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is a 2-in-1 that turns into a tablet, with a pen in the box; the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE is a regular laptop. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 doubles as a tablet and has an OLED screen, while the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE has a slightly bigger screen.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | OLED | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 370 nits | — |
| Colour range | 120% DCI-P3 | — |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | — | Matte |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | S Pen | — |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on battery and weight.
It lasts longer on a charge, is lighter and is slimmer, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 20 hours | Up to 12 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.1 Wh | 42.3 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 40% in 30 minutes | — |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 1.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 304.4 x 202.0 x 12.9 mm | 327.1 x 225.6 x 15.9 mm |
| Durability | — | shock-resistant build |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 180-degree lay-flat |
| Colour | Graphite | Silver |
| Colours available | Graphite | Silver |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Thunderbolt or USB4 and HDMI and has Wi-Fi 6E, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 USB-C, 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD, 1x SIM tray |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | None |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Mobile data | None | 4G LTE |
Features
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is ahead on extras.
It has a sharper webcam, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 720p HD (1 MP) |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | backlit keyboard | 180-degree learning-oriented clamshell keyboard |
| Login | Fingerprint | — |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | stereo speakers |
| Microphones | dual-array | digital microphone |
| Pen | Included | — |
| Security | TPM, fingerprint reader | — |
Software and model
They run different systems, so this comes down to the apps you use.
It is newer, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | — | June 2031 |
| Model number | NP730QFG-KA1UK | XE345XDA-KA2UK |
| Released | 2023 | 2021 |