Samsung Galaxy Book ProvsApple MacBook Air 13

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
Galaxy Book Pro

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro delivers top-notch performance with minimal lag or slowdown, ideal for demanding tasks always.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro's exceptional build quality makes it feel like a high-end laptop overall.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro boasts an impressive AMOLED display with vibrant colors and true blacks.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro features a stunning AMOLED screen, USB-Cs, HDMI, and micro SD card reader.
Apple
Apple MacBook Air 13
MacBook Air 13

Quick Stats

The MacBook Air 13's performance is respectable, yet not exceptional, meeting average user needs effectively somehow.
The Apple MacBook Air 13's build is a masterclass in minimalist design, exuding premium quality.
The MacBook Air 13's display is vibrant and bright, if not the highest resolution.
The MacBook Air 13 boasts a native resolution display with built-in SSD storage and 4GB of RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
Winner
#521
Apple MacBook Air 13
#526
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
#721
Apple MacBook Air 13
#455
Winner
Display
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
#324
Winner
Apple MacBook Air 13
#357
Performance
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
#752
Winner
Apple MacBook Air 13
#780
Build
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
#91
Winner
Apple MacBook Air 13
#135
Features
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
#636
Apple MacBook Air 13
#24
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
Apple Apple MacBook Air 13
up to 16GB
up to 24GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Apple M3 (8-core CPU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Apple M3 GPU (8-core)
N/A
soldered PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro

Strengths

You get that thin and light portability of an LG Gram
an amoled screen which is not very common at all which really does make it stand out
top notch performance and doesn't cost an absolute fortune
really good battery life

Weaknesses

the loud clicky track pad may be annoying to some users
the webcam is average, being 720p and a bit noisy
it can get a bit warm and the fan can heat up a little bit as well
a 16 by 10 screen ratio would have been nice

Apple MacBook Air 13

Strengths

Same industrial design we've seen since about 2010 but it's aging well, still one of the most attractive looking ultra books on the market
Has a lot of space to work with (about 86 gigs free) after installing Adobe CS 5.5 and other software
Can play Diablo 3 at 25-21 frames per second, making it possible to play some games, even if not for serious gaming
Speakers are quite nice and can run iTunes on just fine and play iTunes video and iTunes HD video without a problem
Photoshop runs smoothly with quick image analysis, rotation, and other filters
Haswell CPU refresh and Intel HD 5000 graphics provide good performance for general use
Pretty darn nice to have about almost 100 gigs free out of the box

Weaknesses

Not a serious gaming machine, but still has some limitations (e.g. turning up fans when playing demanding games)
Noise from fan when playing demanding games
Fan can get quite loud and kick in quickly when running demanding tasks or games
Texture quality is high, shadow quality is medium, physics is high, cluster density is high with anti-aliasing turned on may be too much for the MacBook Air to handle
Turning off anti-aliasing and reducing settings helps performance but makes graphics less pretty
Can't run demanding games at high framerates (only 25-21 FPS)
May have some limitations in terms of graphical power, especially when running demanding games
Read Full Reviews

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro is a sleek and powerful laptop that boasts an AMOLED screen, impressive performance, and long battery life. Weighing in at just 1kg, this ultra-portable device is perfect for those who want a premium laptop without the bulk. With top-notch specs and a comfortable keyboard, it's clear that Samsung has made significant strides in crafting a high-end product. But how does it stack up against its competitors? In this review, we'll dive into the details to find out.

Apple MacBook Air 13

The Apple MacBook Air 13, mid-2013 refresh, boasts the same sleek industrial design that has aged remarkably well since its debut in 2010. Powered by Intel's Haswell CPU and integrated HD 5000 graphics, this ultrabook delivers solid performance for everyday tasks. With a slim profile and lightweight construction, it's perfect for those who value portability without sacrificing power. In this review, we'll put the MacBook Air through its paces, testing its gaming capabilities, video playback, and creative apps to see if it still reigns as one of the top choices in its class.

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