I loved the exquisite design of this Samsung's MacBook air rival and thats not even the best thing about it

Date:
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:30:39 +0000

Description:
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro has a majestic display and design but does it
do enough to justify its high price tag?

FULL STORY ======================================================================Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro: Two-minute review The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro is a laptop in the ultrabook class, featuring a sublime design that keeps bulk to a minimum. I was immediately struck by the svelteness of the unit. The clean lines and rounded corners only add to its minimalist chic, as does the steely grey colorway. It looks and feels every bit as premium as any of our current best laptops . All materials are smooth to the touch, while the metal base is solid. The metal lid isnt quite as stable as those on some other laptops I've tested, but its perfectly sufficient for normal use, and the hinge operates very well.

The price you pay for such solidity, though, is that the Galaxy Book6 Pro
isnt exactly light. I tested the 16-inch model, so I wasnt expecting a featherweight unit, but its worth mentioning all the same. At least its thin profile makes it more portable than it otherwise would be.

The Book6 Pro's all-round performance is excellent. It can handle all kinds
of tasks without missing a beat, and I was also amazed by its gaming performance, despite the lack of dedicated GPU. It was able to run AAA titles at respectable graphical settings in perfectly playable states. (Image
credit: Future) Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro (16-inch) (14-inch 512GB) at Laptops Direct for 1,699.97 Note that you can feel some heat on the keyboard, with
fan noise apparent, even when the laptop is under moderate stress.
Thankfully, the noise is relatively hushed, and not likely to cause much disruption.

However, it was the 16-inch 3K AMOLED display of my review unit that really caught the eye. Its as bright, sharp, and rich as you could wish for, while touchscreen functionality is also great. Unlike the majority of laptops screens, the rounded corners of the frame here add to the display's appeal, while the super-thin bezel ensures that none of the copious real estate goes to waste. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

The keys on the Galaxy Book6 Pro are a little heavier than you might expect, which can lead to presses failing to register, at least in my experience. The layout is also a little cramped and its a shame that on a laptop of this size, Samsung has chosen to omit a number pad and most navigation keys.

I have fewer complaints about the touchpad, though. Its large size and incredibly smooth surface make navigation a cinch. Also, it mostly avoids encroaching on wrist space when typing; only on a few brief occasions did I accidentally trigger cursor movement.

Battery life is adequate, if not spectacular. It lasted 14 hours in our movie playback test, which is under an hour of that achieved by the Asus Zenbook S 16 and the Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M4) , but an hour more than the Dell 16 Plus .

The Galaxy Book6 Pro is certainly a costly proposition, but when you consider all that it offers, its value becomes more apparent. Its similarly priced to the aforementioned Zenbook, a close rival in many ways, and more expensive than the Dell 16 Plus. Nevertheless, it's difficult for either of these alternatives to surpass the sheer quality and glorious display of Samsung's super-slender machine. Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally Row 0 - Cell 0

Base spec

Review spec

Price

$1,899.99 / 1,699 (about AU$2,740)

$2,199.99 / 2,199 (about AU$3,170)

CPU

Intel Core Ultra 7 356H (up to 4.7GHz, 16 cores)

Intel Core Ultra X7 358H (up to 4.8GHz, 16 cores

GPU

Intel Arc Graphics (integrated)

Intel Arc Graphics (integrated)

RAM

16GB LPDDR5x

32GB LPDDR5x

Storage

US: 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD UK: 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Display

16-inch 2,880 x 1,800 (WQXGA+), Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Anti-Reflective, touchscreen

16-inch 2,880 x 1,800 (WQXGA+), Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Anti-Reflective, touchscreen

Ports and Connectivity

2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), 1 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x 3.5mm combo
audio; Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4

2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x 3.5mm combo audio; Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4

Battery

78Wh

78Wh

Dimensions

14.1 x 9.8 x 0.5 inches (357 x 248 x 12mm)

14.1 x 9.8 x 0.5 inches (357 x 248 x 12mm)

Weight

3.51lbs / 1.59kg

3.51lbs / 1.59kg Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Price & availability (Image credit: Future) Starts from $1,899.99 / 1,699 Available now Expensive, but in line with some others Pricing for the Galaxy Book6 Pro starts from $1,899.99
/ 1,699 (about AU$2,740; pricing and availability for Australia is TBC at the time of writing), with the models available now. It can be configured with 16GB or 32GB of RAM, and 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of storage. There are two Intel Core Ultra CPUs to choose from, the 7 356H and the X7 358H the latter of which is reserved for the top-tier model. A variant with the Ultra 5 325 is coming soon.

The Galaxy Book6 Pro is an expensive laptop, then although this isnt too surprising, given its design and spec. The base model is similarly in price
to the Asus Zenbook S 16 , which also features a 3K OLED display, but 24GB instead of 16GB of RAM.

However, if you're in the market for a large laptop that still offers plenty of quality for less, theres the Dell 16 Plus . The base model is
significantly cheaper than the Galaxy Book6 Pros, but it still arrives with
an Intel Core Ultra 7 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. Its resolution
is lower, but only slightly. Value: 3.5 / 5 Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Design (Image credit: Future) Incredibly thin Solid metal enclosure Quite heavy In line with many of Samsungs mobile devices, the Galaxy Book6 Pro is a sleek, premium-looking machine. The dark grey colorway is also very fetching and somehow adds more interest than your typical monochromatic designs. Every contour is completely flat, while the corners, which are more rounded than most, give the design a softer appearance. Even the underside of the laptop
is free of the fuss , with just four discreet rubber feet in each corner.

What's more, the Galaxy Book6 Pro's build quality is exceptional. The all-metal chassis is supremely strong, and while the lid isnt as stable as some other models when open, it stays put under normal usage. The hinge for
it is satisfyingly smooth, too. The bezel around the display is incredibly thin, which is always great to see, but the lack of a physical privacy
shutter for the webcam, not so much.

The keys are more solidly planted than those of other laptop keyboards, and they also feature backlighting which, in my opinion, is pretty much an essential feature.

Best of all, though, is just how thin the Galaxy Book6 Pro is. Its
reminiscent of the MacBook Air M1 , since it thins out towards the front end. Given my review unit was the 16-inch model, I wasnt too surprised by its weighty feel, but this does somewhat negate the utility of that slender form when it comes to portability. Still, it certainly makes it easier to slide in and out of a bag. Design: 4.5 / 5 Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review:
Performance (Image credit: Future) Surprisingly capable graphical performance Superb display Keys are a little heavy Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro benchmarks 3DMark: Night Raid: 46,524; Fire Strike: 13,987; Steel Nomad: 1,413; Solar Bay: 28,816; Solar Bay Unlimited: 29,056; Solar Bay Extreme: 4,270; Solar Bay Extreme Unlimited: 4,300 Geekbench 6.5: Multicore: 16,837; Single-core: 2,880 Cinebench R23: Multi Core: 16,250; Cinebench R24: Single Core: 121; Multi Core: 995 Crossmark: Overall: 2,125; Productivity: 1,906; Creativity: 2,567; Responsiveness: 1,670 Passmark Overall: 9,831.3; CPU: 36,603.9; 2D Graphics: 889.8; 3D Graphics: 9,241.2; Memory: 4,155.5; Disk: 43,906.2 BlackMagicDisk: Read: 4,369MB/s; Write: 3,371MB/s HandBrake 4K to 1080p: 85fps Total War: Warhammer III: 1080p, Medium: 76fps Total War: Warhammer III: 1800p, Ultra: 22fps Battery Life (TechRadar movie test): 14 hours and 52 seconds The
general performance of the Galaxy Book6 Pro is very good. It handles basic browsing and productivity tasks, as well as 4K streaming, with ease.

What surprised was just how well it handled games. Despite lacking a
dedicated GPU, it managed to run Cyberpunk 2077 with the Ray Tracing: Ultra preset selected, without succumbing to disruptive slowdowns or stuttering. Intels XeSS Super Resolution 2.0 (in Auto mode) and Frame Generation were
both enabled during my sessions.

Of course, the Galaxy Book6 Pro isnt going to dethrone the best gaming
laptops , and the keyboard layout can feel a little cramped when in the typical WSAD position; but its impressive, nonetheless.

Some heat was noticeable all over the keyboard during such intensive tasks,
no doubt a corollary of that ultra-thin design but, thankfully, the temperatures remained well within comfortable bounds. Some fan noise did become apparent, even under moderate workloads, but I didnt find this too disturbing. (Image credit: Future) The AMOLED display is every bit as sumptuous as you'd expect it to be. The 3K resolution is satisfyingly crisp, while colors are vibrant and the contrast expectedly deep. The touchscreen functions well, too, responding quickly and accurately to my finger inputs.

I was also fond of the bezel's rounded corners, which soften the frame and make on-screen content appear neater somehow. Its a small touch that I wish more laptop displays featured; the best MacBooks have it, but only in the top corners, not the bottom as well.

The keys are nicely damped, but still display relatively shallow travel. However, theyre heavier than others, which resulted in some of my presses failing to register, requiring more force than Im accustomed to producing. This may be an adjustment youll need to make as well, if youre someone with a light touch.

While the layout is comfortably spaced for typing, its a shame theres no number pad and only a few navigation keys (Insert/ Prt Sc and Delete) on the Galaxy Book6 Pro, given the 16-inch real estate of my unit.

The touchpad on the 16-inch model of the Book6 Pro is large, which is great for navigation. Despite this, there's also enough room on the sides for resting your wrists while you type. There were times when the cursor moved as a result of my palms coming into contact with the pad, but this wasnt
frequent or long-lasting enough to cause a problem. Performance: 4.5 / 5 Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Battery life (Image credit: Future) Middling longevity Quick to charge The Galaxy Book6 Pro offers an average battery
life. When I ran a movie on a continuous loop, it lasted 14 hours. This is well below Samsung's claimed figure of up to 30 hours. However, it's only an hour less than what the Asus Zenbook S 16 and the Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M4) managed.

However, it lasted over an hour more than the Dell 16 Plus. It's also quick
to charge, taking about two hours to go from empty to full. Battery life: 3.5 / 5 Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro? Swipe to scroll horizontally Row 0 - Cell 0

Notes

Rating

Value

Super expensive, although the base model isnt too bad for an ultrabook.

3.5 / 5

Design

Its hard to find fault with the build quality and materials here. Its exceptionally thin, but quite heavy.

4.5 / 5

Performance

The Galaxy Book6 Pro performs well, even on graphical tasks, while that huge OLED touchscreen display is truly stunning. The keys are a little heavy, though, and the layout of them is compromised.

4.5 / 5

Battery life

Decent, but nothing to write home about. Longevity is somewhere in the
middle compared to its rivals.

3.5 / 5

Total

If your pockets are deep enough, youre unlikely to be disappointed with how this laptop looks and performs.

4.5 / 5 Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro if You want a glorious display The AMOLED technology really shines here, while the 3K resolution is super sharp both of which are all the more apparent on the 16-inch model. You want great all-round performance The Galaxy Book6 Pro excels in action even its graphical performance is respectable, considering it doesnt have a dedicated GPU. Don't buy it if You want to save money The Galaxy Book6 Pro is certainly expensive, and although there are alternatives that are similarly priced, there are also those that are considerably cheaper. You want to travel light The 16-inch model of the Galaxy Book6 Pro is fairly heavy, which makes carrying it around a little laborious, despite that thin form. Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Also consider Asus Zenbook S 16 The Zenbook S 16 is a superbly designed ultrabook, and shares many traits with the Galaxy Book6
Pro. It, too, is a superb piece of design, made using state-of-the-art Ceraluminum, while its 3K OLED display is about as stunning as the Samsungs. The base model is similarly priced to the Galaxy Book6 Pro, but the Zenbook comes with 24GB of RAM as opposed to 16GB. Whats more, it features more
ports, despite being about as thin as the Galaxy Book6 Pro.

Read our full Asus Zenbook S 16 review . Dell 16 Plus The Dell 16 Plus is another ultrabook, but it has a starting price well below that of the Galaxy Book6 Pro. It doesnt skimp on features, though, with plenty of power for everyday performance, plus a sharp 120Hz display although its resolution
isnt as sharp as the Galaxy Book6 Pros, nor does it have touchscreen functionality. Still, considering what you get for the relatively low price, its a good-value proposition.

Read our full Dell 16 Plus review . How I tested the Samsung Galaxy Book6
Pro (Image credit: Future) Tested for several days Ran our series of benchmarks Plentiful laptop reviewing experience I tested the Galaxy Book6
Pro for several days. I used it for all kinds of tasks, from general browsing and light productivity to 4K streaming and AAA gaming. I also ran our series of benchmark tests, designed to assess every aspect of a laptops performance.

I have plenty of experience reviewing computing devices of all kinds. Ive tested numerous laptops, from budget offerings to top-tier gaming machines. Ive also reviewed desktops, Chromebooks, and tablets. First reviewed: March 2026 Read more about how we test Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro (16-inch): Price Comparison 1,699 View 1,699 View Low Stock 1,699.97 View Low Stock 1,799.97 View No price information Check Amazon Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by



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