Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge vs HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD)
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is the better laptop on paper: it lasts longer on a charge, is lighter and has Thunderbolt or USB4 and an SD card reader. Pick the HP OmniBook 5 16 only if it matters to you that it has a faster SSD.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both stay smooth with lots of apps open, with 16 GB of memory each.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 15.6" Full HD 300 nits against 16" Full HD 300 nits.
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Battery life
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge should last longer: up to 28 hours against up to 16.75 hours.
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Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4 and a card reader.
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Portability
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is easier to carry at 1.5 kg, against 1.79 kg.
Other differences
- Storage type HP OmniBook 5 16 wins
The HP OmniBook 5 16 uses a proper SSD, while the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge has slower eMMC-style flash storage, so apps open and update more slowly.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge if…
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 28 hours).
- You'll move it around the house or office: it's 0.3 kg lighter.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives) and an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the HP OmniBook 5 16 if…
- You want apps and updates to feel quick: it has a proper SSD.
- You want a little more room on screen: it's 16 inches.
- You multitask a lot: its AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
Full spec comparison
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge leads on battery and weight and ports and wireless, while the HP OmniBook 5 16 leads on performance.
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Performance
The HP OmniBook 5 16 is ahead on performance.
It has a faster SSD, and the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon X1-26-100 | AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 |
| Graphics | Adreno X1-45 | AMD Radeon 840M |
| AI engine (NPU) | 45 TOPS | 50 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5x-7500 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | UFS | SSD |
| Storage interface | eUFS | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The HP OmniBook 5 16 has a slightly bigger screen: 16" against 15.6". The HP OmniBook 5 16 has a slightly bigger screen, and the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Colour range | — | 62.5% sRGB |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is ahead on battery and weight.
It lasts longer on a charge, is lighter and is slimmer, and the HP OmniBook 5 16 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 28 hours | Up to 16.75 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.2 Wh | 59 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 44% in about 30 minutes | 50% in 30 min |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.79 kg |
| Dimensions | 356.6 x 229.75 x 15.0 mm | 357.7 x 254.8 x 17.9-18.6 mm |
| Materials | aluminium | Aluminium (sheet colour description 'Sky blue aluminum', paint finish) |
| Colour | Sapphire Blue | Sky blue |
| Colours available | Sapphire Blue | — |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Thunderbolt or USB4 and an SD card reader and has Wi-Fi 7, and the HP OmniBook 5 16 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB4 (USB-C, PD charging supported), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD | 1x USB-A 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x USB-A 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 2x USB-C 10Gbps (USB PD 3.1, DisplayPort 2.1, Sleep and Charge), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | USB4 | None |
| External displays (max) | — | 2 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | 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 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 2 MP | 1080p |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | — | Yes |
| Keyboard | Pro keyboard with numeric keypad, dedicated Copilot key | Full-size, backlit, numeric keypad, Copilot key |
| Login | Fingerprint | — |
| Number pad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | Clickpad | HP Imagepad |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos | Dual speakers, HP Audio Boost, DTS:X Ultra |
| Microphones | Dual array digital mic | dual-array digital |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM, Kensington lock slot, Fingerprint reader | Firmware TPM, Camera privacy shutter, Mic mute key |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | HP OmniBook 5 16 (AMD) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | NP750XQB-KA3UK | BV3H5EA |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |