Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has a bigger screen and has more storage. Pick the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro only if it matters to you that it is lighter and is more compact.
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Key differences
- Speed Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 is quicker. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has the power for photo and video editing, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V in the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
- Weight Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is 0.4 kg lighter: 1.23 kg against 1.59 kg.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is more compact.
- Storage Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 has four times the storage: 1 TB against 256 GB.
- Brightness Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16's screen is brighter (500 against 400 nits), so it's easier to see near a window.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.23 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 if…
- You edit photos or video, or keep a lot open at once: its Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is the more powerful processor.
- You want more room to work: its 16-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You work near windows or outside: its screen is brighter at 500 nits.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro leads on battery and weight, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 leads on performance. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 is ahead on performance.
It is faster, has more storage and has a stronger AI engine, and the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 130V Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | 40 TOPS | 50 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X (on-package) | LPDDR5X |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe SSD | NVMe PCIe SSD |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 is ahead on the screen.
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is more compact. The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is more compact, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3K (2880 x 1800) | 3K (2880 x 1800) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 500 nits |
| Colour range | 120% DCI-P3 colour volume | — |
| HDR | HDR; 500 nits HDR brightness | HDR, up to 1000 nits peak |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is lighter, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 has a bigger battery.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 21 hours | Up to 30 hours |
| Battery capacity | 63.1 Wh | 78.07 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | up to 41% in about 30 minutes | up to 33% in 30 minutes |
| Weight | 1.23 kg | 1.59 kg |
| Dimensions | 312.3 x 223.8 x 11.6 mm | 356.9 x 248.0 x 11.9 mm |
| Materials | — | Full-metal body |
| Colour | Grey | Gray |
| Colours available | Grey | Gray, Silver |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, charging), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz), 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm audio | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C; USB PD supported, Samsung does not say which port charges), 1x USB 3.2 (USB-A), 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| 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 Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 2.0 MP Full HD | 1080p |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | backlit Pro Keyboard | Pro keyboard, backlit (two-tone) |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Touchpad | clickpad | Haptic touchpad (pressure-sensing) |
| Speakers | quad speakers: 2x 5 W woofers + 2x 2 W tweeters; Dolby Atmos | Quad speakers (2 woofers + 2 tweeters), Smart Amp, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | studio-quality dual microphones | Dual array digital mic |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM, fingerprint | TPM, Samsung Knox |
Software and model
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | NP944XHA-KG3UK | NP960XJG-KG3UK |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |