Best Samsung laptops 2024

The best Samsung laptops rival the most high-tech devices Dell and HP, even if they don't get quite as much attention as the company's smartphones or appliances. Whether you need something ultra-premium or ultra-affordable, there is one best Samsung laptop for everyone. Even a tablet could be more of a viable option for you with their modern versatility and ease of use. We have that covered here too.

Of course, picking the right device for you is going to depend on your own personal needs, but if we had to select one Samsung laptop for most people, the Galaxy Book 4 Pro would be the clear winner. That being said, every laptop has its pros and cons, so keep reading to find what is the best Samsung laptop or best Chromebook that will fulfill all your needs. 

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At a glance

Best overall

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro lifestyle render

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1. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro

Best overall

Specifications

Display: 14-inch / 16-inch, 2880 x 1800, AMOLED
Processor: Up to Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics
RAM: 16GB LPDDR5/ Up to 32GB (16-inch)
Storage: 512GB / 1TB (16-inch) NVMe (plus microSD slot)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Ports: 1x USB-A, 2x Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, microSD, headphone
Battery: 63WHr / 76WHr
Audio: AKG Quad Speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 2W x 2), Dolby Atmos, 3.5mm jack
Camera: 1080p, dual mics
Dimensions: (14-inch) 312.3 x 223.8 x 11.6 mm / 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm
Weight: 2.71 lbs / 3.44 lbs

Reasons to buy

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Intel Core Ultra processors
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Super thin and lightweight construction
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Plenty of ports
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Sturdy construction

Reasons to avoid

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No touchscreen
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Expensive

Sleek and lightweight, the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro ticks all of the boxes if you’re looking for a new, do-it-all laptop. It comes with a vibrant 3K AMOLED display and utilizes Intel's latest Core Ultra processors to deliver consistently excellent performance, regardless of the task. This latest CPU also features a dedicated co-processor (NPU) for accelerating AI tasks, making it future-ready. Dolby Atmos and AKG speakers provide great sound, and you get plenty of ports on both sides of the laptop, including HDMI, two USB-C ports, a microSD slot, and even a USB-A port, which is a rarity these days.

Although all of this sounds great as it is, the specs become even more exciting when you consider the laptop’s remarkably thin and lightweight design. The 14-inch version of the Galaxy Book 4 Pro clocks in at just 11.6mm tall and weighs a mere 2.71 pounds, despite the fact that the laptop also boasts a durable, all-metal construction. 

The 14-inch model typically retails for around $1,450, while the 16-inch variant is priced at $1,750. Neither option is exactly cheap — plus you don’t get a touchscreen — but if the Book 4 Pro falls within your budget, you're in for a powerful laptop that should work well for just about anyone.

Best budget option

Samsung Galaxy Book Go

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2. Samsung Galaxy Book Go

Best budget option

Specifications

Display: 14-inches LED LCD(16:9), 1920 x 1080
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen2
Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno
RAM: 4GB LPDDR4x
Storage: 128GB eUFS
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1
Ports: 1x USB-A, 2x USB-C, microSD, headphone
Battery: 42.3 WHr
Audio: Stereo Speakers (1.5W x 2)
Camera: 720p
Dimensions: 323.9 x 224.8 x 14.9 mm
Weight: 3.04 lbs (1.38kg)

Reasons to buy

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Very affordable
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Fan-less
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Snapdragon processor
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Plenty of ports, including USB-A

Reasons to avoid

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Battery life isn't great
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Doesn't match Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebooks

Although it’s a few years old at this point, the Samsung Galaxy Book Go continues to be a solid option if you need an affordable laptop that you can count on. Typically retailing for less than $300, the Galaxy Book Go hits that delicate balance between budget-friendliness and quality specs. The laptop comes with the solid Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c processor built right in, making it fast and entirely fanless.

The ultra-thin Samsung laptop measures just 14.9mm in height, plus you get a nice 14-inch HD display and a full-size keyboard. Dual Dolby Atmos speakers deliver surprisingly crisp and clear sound quality, plus you get all the ports you need, including two USB-C, one USB-A, a headphone jack, and a microSD slot.

At this price point, don’t expect to be blown away by the performance or battery life, but if you’re looking for a Samsung laptop that’s thin, cheap, and quiet, the Galaxy Book Go is tough to beat. 

Best Chromebook

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360

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3. Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360

Best Chromebook

Specifications

Display: 12.4-inch, 2560 x 1600, Touchscreen
Processor: Intel Celeron N4500
Graphics: Intel UHD
RAM: 4GB LPDDR4x
Storage: 64GB / 128GB SSD
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
Ports: 1x USB-A, 2x USB-C, microSD, 3.5mm
Battery: 43.2 Wh
Audio: Stereo Speakers (1.5 W x 2)
Camera: 720p
Dimensions: 287.9 x 206.6 x 16.9mm
Weight: 3.04 lbs (1.28kg)

Reasons to buy

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Convertible design
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Up to 10 hours of battery life
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Durable alloy construction
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Great price

Reasons to avoid

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Small screen
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Not a lot of storage

When you’re looking for the best Chromebooks in any category, it’s important to find laptops that have a nice value-to-performance ratio. In other words, Chromebooks don’t need to blow you away with premium performance, they just need to be reliable, versatile, and powerful enough to handle most of your daily tasks. Suffice it to say, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 gets the job done with flying colors. 

Like many of our favorite Chromebooks, the Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 features a lightweight, convertible design that allows you to transform the laptop into a tablet in an instant. This, of course, means that the Chromebook boasts a touchscreen. At 12.4 inches, the display is a bit on the smaller side, but it makes up for this with a brilliant 2560 x 1600 resolution. 

The Chromebook also has a durable alloy frame that can withstand the occasional tumble. Plus you get up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge. The Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 typically starts at around $449, and while it may not match the performance of other laptops on this list, it’s nevertheless a great option if you’re looking for a simple Chromebook experience.

Once you have it in your hands, these are the first things to do on your Chromebook.

Best premium laptop

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra lifestyle

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4. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra

Best premium laptop

Specifications

Display: 16.0-inches (16:10), 2880 x 1800
Processor: Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics + Up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 16GB / 32GB LPDDR5
Storage: 1TB NVMe (plus expansion slot)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Ports: 1x USB-A, 2x USB-C, HDMI, microSD, 3.5mm
Battery: 76WHr
Audio: AKG Quad Speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 2W x 2), Dolby Atmos, 3.5mm jack
Camera: 1080p, dual mics
Dimensions: 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5mm
Weight: 4.1 lbs / 1.86 kg

Reasons to buy

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Great gaming performance
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Samsung device ecosystem integration
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120Hz AMOLED display
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Excellent webcam with quad speakers

Reasons to avoid

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Expensive
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No touchscreen

If money is no object, you can’t do much better than the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra. This laptop is the brand’s most premium flagship yet, and it doesn’t disappoint when it comes to unique features and top-of-the-line performance. This laptop brings together all of your Galaxy devices to form a cohesive ecosystem, but that barely scratches the surface of everything the Ultra can do. 

The Galaxy Book 3 Ultra boasts a vibrant 16-inch 3K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, plus you get a 1080p webcam with a two-mic system and AKG Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos. It also boasts of the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, but unlike the other laptops in the Book 4 series, the Book 4 Ultra can be kitted with up a Core Ultra 9 processor and up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, making it very powerful for professional content production or even gaming.

Not everything is rosy with the Galaxy Book 4 Ultra, however. With a starting price of around $2,400, the laptop may be out of reach for many people. There’s also no touchscreen or S Pen support. Despite these shortcomings, if you’re already a Samsung user and you want the most premium laptop that the brand has to offer, the Galaxy Book 4 Ultra is certainly worth checking out. 

Best convertible

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro 360 lifestyle

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5. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro 360

Best convertible

Specifications

Display: 16-inch, 2880×1800 AMOLED, Touchscreen
Processor: Up to Intel Core Ultra 7
Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics
RAM: Up to 32GB LPDDR5X
Storage: Up to 1TB NVMe (plus expansion slot)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Ports: 1x USB-A, 2x Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, MicroSD, 3.5mm
Battery: 76WHr
Audio: AKG-tuned Quad Speakers, Dolby Atmos
Camera: 1080p
Dimensions: 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm
Weight: 1.66 kg

Reasons to buy

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Convertible design
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Touchscreen display is compatible with an S Pen
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Thin and lightweight
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Large battery capacity

Reasons to avoid

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No smaller display option

There are a couple of things that the Galaxy Book 4 Pro 360 has over both the Galaxy Book 4 Pro and Book 4 Ultra. The first of which is a convertible design, letting you either prop up the laptop and just use the screen, much like what you'll find with many of the best Chromebooks. This design is particularly useful if you want to flip the screen back and use it as a tablet.

Speaking of which, you'll also be able to use Samsung's excellent S Pen which will let you take advantage of the native Windows Ink functionality. But, since this is a Samsung device, the company has baked in the same Air Actions menu that you'll find on the best Samsung tablets and phones.

The Book 4 Pro 360 only comes in a single display size of 16 inches. It's a brilliant 3K AMOLED touch panel, but it's also quite large so it might not be the best choice if you travel a lot. Other than that though, it's essentially a Book 4 Pro with the ability to convert to a tablet. It's more expensive too, starting at $1,900. If you want a premium 16-inch Samsung laptop that has most of the features of the Ultra model but with a lower sticker price, the Book 4 Pro 360 fills that need perfectly. 

Best tablet

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus lifestyle render

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6. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus

Best tablet

Specifications

Display: 12.4-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X (60~120Hz)
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
RAM: 12GB
Storage: 256GB / 512GB (plus microSD Card)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Battery: 10,090mAh
Audio: Quad Stereo Speakers with Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos
Camera: Front: 12MP Ultra-Wide / Rear: 13MP AF + 8MP Ultra-Wide
Dimensions: 185.4 x 285.4 x 5.7 mm
Weight: 1.28 lbs (581g)

Reasons to buy

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Gorgeous 120Hz AMOLED display
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Expandable storage
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S Pen included
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LTE variant available
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Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset

Reasons to avoid

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Expensive for a tablet
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Keyboard case is sold separately

Yes, we are aware that this is a list of Samsung laptops, but pair a quality tablet like the Galaxy Tab S9 Plus with a keyboard case and you’ll be enjoying the best of both worlds. This device tops our list of the best Android tablets, and it isn’t hard to see why. The Tab S9 Plus uses a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset to deliver laptop-level performance, while the 12GB of RAM and expandable storage support means this tablet could be your go-to device for years to come. 

Thanks to its 12.4-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the Tab S9 Plus is glorious to look at as well. You’ll also get excellent battery life — up to 16 hours on a single charge — and quad AKG speakers that could compete with any laptop on this list. Something else that plays in this tablet's favor is that it's one of only a few Samsung laptops that is available with LTE. You'll have to pay a bit more, plus the monthly charge from your carrier, but pairing the Tab S9 Plus with LTE and a Book Cover Keyboard makes for the ultrabook of your dreams.

One problem with the Tab S9 Plus is that, with a retail price of around $1,000, the tablet is too pricey for many people. Not only that but if you did have the money to spend and you were in the market for a Samsung laptop, we’d probably recommend going for the base model Galaxy Book 4 360 or an older model Galaxy Book instead. But if you like the idea of a tablet with the power of a laptop, the Galaxy Tab S9 Plus is the device for you.

How to choose

Just like any other major device purchase, choosing the best Samsung laptop is going to come down to your budget and individual needs as a user. Samsung may not have a lineup as robust as Dell, Acer or Lenovo, but deciding on the best Samsung laptop is still tough. When you take a look at something like the Galaxy Book 4 Pro or the Galaxy Book 4 Ultra, there's really no wrong choice, as it just depends on your budget.

With the combination of the latest processors from Intel and an ultra-slim and sleek design, the Galaxy Book 4 Pro makes for an easy choice. This latest version is even more powerful thanks to Intel's Core Ultra processors. If you have a smaller budget or you simply want something a little different, there are plenty of great Samsung Chromebooks and tablets to choose from. The Galaxy Book Go is an old model now, but it works if all you'll be doing is basic work like checking mails or watching videos. The Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 is a good choice for students too, or if you're someone that primarily uses web apps. 

The Galaxy Tab S9 Plus is also an option if you're looking for a bit more versatility and less of the rigidity that comes with traditional laptops. Plus if you pair it with a keyboard case, your tablet can hold its own with the best of them.

For more serious users who don't mind loosening the purse strings, the Galaxy Book 4 Ultra is splurge-worthy, offering incredible power for heavy work apps and gaming. If you want something of its similar calibre but at a more approachable price, the Galaxy Book 4 Pro 360 is a great convertible for you to consider.

Patrick Farmer
eCommerce Editor

After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child. 

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