Selecting between the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 depends on your priorities. The MacBook Pro offers superior screen technology, better build quality, and higher performance for 3D and engineering tasks, but it comes at a higher price. It's less suited for gaming but excellent for professional work. The Galaxy Book3, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and features a touchscreen with a 360-degree hinge for versatility. However, its performance for intensive tasks falls short compared to the MacBook Pro. If budget is a concern and you value versatility and portability, the Galaxy Book3 may be the better option. If you're seeking top-notch performance for professional tasks and can invest more, consider the MacBook Pro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023).
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
7.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14, with its powerful M3 processor and 10-core GPU, offers excellent performance and a high-quality Mini LED screen, making it suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks despite having less RAM than its counterpart. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 provides a comfortable balance with a capable i7 processor, Iris Xe graphics, and more RAM, which is also paired with an OLED touchscreen that can be advantageous for design work, all while being slightly lighter and offering the flexibility of a 2-in-1 convertible design.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
9.2/10
7.7/10
14.2in
SIZE
15.6in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MacBook Pro 14's high-resolution, bright screen with accurate color representation makes it excellent for general use and engineering/design tasks requiring attention to color detail, such as photo editing or CAD work. However, its likely standard refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth visuals. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 also offers a crisp and vibrant display suitable for everyday tasks and design work but falls short for gaming and 3D tasks due to its lower refresh rate, which doesn't support the fast-paced, seamless images these applications require.
Battery
17.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 17 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 10 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.8/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,499
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has a price of $1,499 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,000.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) to be very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) offers excellent performance with its powerful CPU and ample RAM, superb screen quality due to its high-resolution Mini LED display, and is highly portable with long battery life, making it ideal for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.4/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14, with a stronger integrated GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, is better suited for 3D applications but lacks the wide gaming compatibility found on the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which offers an adequate GPU for gaming and 3D tasks but with a lower screen refresh rate.
Software Development
8.2/10
7.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) to be very good for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.2in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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