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

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
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85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.25 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Graphite Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - AMOLED 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 212 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 500 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 Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1340P / 1.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6000 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
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 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Watt 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Backlit Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Slots 2 x SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
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 Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories 65W USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.607 W/kg (body)
0.607 W/kg (limb)
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Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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