Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb amoled display

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

fast charging support

enhanced multitasking capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

average speaker quality

Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

sharp OLED display

efficient AMD processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.25 cm 35.755 cm x 24.59 cm x 1.295 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Graphite Olivine black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - AMOLED 16" OLED
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 212 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 120% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, Eye Caring, gaming performance Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eyesafe technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1340P / 1.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7840U / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6000 MHz -
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 216 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 780M
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - QHD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Watt 54 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Backlit Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Slots 2 x SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4/DisplayPort (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Included Accessories 65W USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Microsoft Pluton chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
SAR Value - 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.607 W/kg (body)
0.607 W/kg (limb)
2 W/kg (head)
2 W/kg (body)
2 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 43
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