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 T14s Gen 4 (21F6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Graphite Deep black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 142 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
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 T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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 T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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 T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
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, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Included Accessories 45W USB-C power adapter USB-C slim 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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