Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Review

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

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

advanced graphics capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

sharp display resolution

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

robust build quality

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra and Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs. Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.65 cm 35.6 cm x 24.26 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum Anodised aluminium
Colour Graphite Steel grey
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
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, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6000 MHz -
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - QHD
Camera Features Auto framing 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 -
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Output 100 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
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, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Slots SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
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 Ultra Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Included Accessories 100W USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington 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 Low Blue Light Certification
SAR Value 0.232 W/kg (limb), 0.232 W/kg (body) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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