Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 vs Samsung Galaxy Book6 16
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 has the edge: it is lighter and is more compact. The Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 still has a bigger screen and has USB-A, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
- Weight Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 wins
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is 0.3 kg lighter: 1.43 kg against 1.74 kg.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is more compact.
- Ports Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 wins
Only the Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 has USB-A.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.43 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You do demanding work: its Intel Core Ultra 7 355 has the power for photo and video editing.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 if…
- You want more room to work: its 16-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
- You do demanding work: its Intel Core Ultra 7 355 has the power for photo and video editing.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 leads on battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
Both laptops are very close on performance.
Their processors are in the same class: both are powerful enough for photo and video editing, and both have 16 GB of memory.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 355 | Intel Core Ultra 7 355 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | 49 TOPS | 49 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X (on board) | LPDDR5X |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe SSD (2nd slot M.2 2230) | NVMe SSD |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is more compact. The Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is more compact, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 has a bigger screen.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 350 nits | 350 nits |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter, and the Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 21 hours | Up to 24 hours |
| Battery capacity | 61.2 Wh | 61.2 Wh |
| Charger | — | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 33% in 30 minutes | 33% in 30 minutes |
| Weight | 1.43 kg | 1.74 kg |
| Dimensions | 313.4 x 221.1 x 14.9 mm | 357.1 x 248.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Colour | Grey | Gray |
| Colours available | Grey | Gray |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has USB-A, and the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C (charging, DisplayPort), 2x USB 3.2 (connector type as per Samsung spec '2 USB3.2'), 1x HDMI (version not published), 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD | 1x HDMI (version not published), 2x USB-C (USB PD charging supported; which port charges not stated), 2x USB-A 3.2, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x security slot |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | — |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | 10/100/1000 GbE RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| 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 Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 2.0 MP | 2.0 MP |
| Keyboard | Pro keyboard (as published) | Pro keyboard |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Touchpad | Clickpad | Clickpad |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | Dual array digital mic | Dual array digital mic |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM, Security slot (lock), Fingerprint reader | TPM, Security slot, 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 Book6 14 | Samsung Galaxy Book6 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | NP740VJG-KG4UK | NP760VJG-KG3UK |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |