Samsung Galaxy Book3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Book3 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 T14 Gen 4 (21HD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

efficient performance

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Graphite Thunder black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 142 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
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 T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
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, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
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 T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x 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) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
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 Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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