Samsung Galaxy Book5 360vsMSI Cyborg 15

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

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
Galaxy Book5 360

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360's performance is satisfactory but not exceptional, prioritizing portability over raw power.
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 boasts exceptional build quality with a solid feel and no flexing or creaking.
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 display is good but not great, a compromise for its price.
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 boasts impressive features including a large battery and super-fast charging capabilities.
MSI
MSI Cyborg 15
Cyborg 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Cyborg 15 delivers surprisingly good gaming performance despite its modest specs.
The MSI Cyborg 15 boasts excellent build quality, making it a solid choice for those seeking reliability and durability.
The MSI Cyborg 15's display is serviceable but lacks a high resolution and has some notable quirks overall.
The MSI Cyborg 15 offers great build quality, decent gaming screen and impressive performance features.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#477
MSI Cyborg 15
Winner
#473
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#797
MSI Cyborg 15
#381
Winner
Display
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#57
Winner
MSI Cyborg 15
#768
Performance
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#716
MSI Cyborg 15
#70
Winner
Build
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#358
Winner
MSI Cyborg 15
#801
Features
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
#644
Winner
MSI Cyborg 15
#809

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
MSI MSI Cyborg 15
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
Intel Core i7-13700H
Intel Arc Graphics 140V
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 45W)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy Book5 360

Strengths

The laptop has a great convenience with a 65watt super fast charging plug from Samsung that can go backwards compatible with your Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Battery life is good, rated for around 31 hours of general purpose usage by Samsung, although it may vary depending on use case and activity.
The laptop's touch screen and spinning support make it ideal for graphic design work, photo editing, and other creative tasks.
The super fast charging feature allows you to get about 40-50% charge in just half an hour, making it convenient to top up the battery when needed.
The laptop runs smoothly on Windows 11 home edition, with a user-friendly interface that's easy to navigate and manage.

Weaknesses

At the base model, the internal storage of 256GB feels a bit too scarce, especially considering the average usage today. Higher storage would be recommended.
If you're a video editor or have demanding requirements, the laptop might not be the best choice due to its lower display resolution and refresh rate compared to the Pro model.
Battery life may vary significantly depending on use case and activity, and it's likely to be less if you're doing intensive tasks like video editing while unplugged.
The laptop's battery life is rated for general purpose usage only, and actual usage may differ based on your specific needs and activities.
Higher storage options are not available at the base model price point, making it necessary to consider external storage solutions or upgrading to a higher storage tier if needed.

MSI Cyborg 15

Strengths

Great build quality
Decent gaming screen (same if not a bit awkward)
Performance that punches way above its weight and power draw
Good thermals (GPU at Max of 69°C, CPU at 61°C)
Long battery life (7 hours in regular use, 2 hours in gaming load test)
Value for money (available for $1000 or as low as $800 with a sale)

Weaknesses

No flagship laptop features
Power limitations of the i7 running at just 55 Watts
Awkward set of specs
No weather resistance
Color inaccurate screen (not suitable for color-critical work)
Not enough RTX performance for demanding users
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Samsung Galaxy Book5 360

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 is a powerful and versatile laptop that checks all the right boxes for general purpose computing. With its impressive specs, including up to 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, it's perfect for those who need a reliable device for everyday tasks. The touch screen and S Pen support make it an ideal choice for creative work, such as graphic design and photo editing. But is it worth the investment?

MSI Cyborg 15

The MSI Cyborg 15 is a solid gaming laptop that punches above its weight in terms of performance. With a 12th gen i7 processor and RTX 4060 graphics, it delivers playable frame rates in demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Borderlands 3. Its 53.5Wh battery life may be limited, but it still manages to run for around 7 hours in regular use. Overall, the Cyborg 15 offers great value at a relatively affordable price point of $1000 or under.

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