Samsung Galaxy Book3 Review

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

superb amoled display

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

higher price point

limited port selection

average webcam quality

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust connectivity options

supports fast charging

dedicated nvidia gpu

upgradeable ram and storage

solid build quality

average battery capacity

basic 250-nit display

limited cpu performance

no fingerprint reader

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.77 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Graphite Thunder black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 142 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Slots 2 x SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C
2 x USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Included Accessories 45W USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.44 W/kg (body), 0.44 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.44 W/kg (body)
0.44 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 Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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