The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 delivers more powerful performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks with its robust processor and dedicated GPU; it also has a high refresh rate screen, making it suitable for intensive gaming and fast-paced applications. However, it is heavier and thicker, which impacts portability, and has an average battery life. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offers excellent screen colors with its OLED panel, is touchscreen-enabled, lighter, and slimmer, making it highly portable with a better battery life. It's a good fit for general use, with decent performance capabilities though not as strong as the ASUS for demanding engineering or gaming needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.4/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16's AMD RX 7600S GPU and high screen refresh rate of 165Hz make it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, providing smoother visuals and better game performance. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, with an Intel i7-1360P Iris Xe GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, offers fair gaming performances but might not be as fluid or detailed in fast-paced games.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
7.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a good balance of resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering, but its lower refresh rate may disappoint gamers and 3D designers used to smoother visuals. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 provides crisp images and vibrant colors that benefit both casual use and professional engineering design, thanks to its high-quality display with wide color coverage. However, like the ASUS, the Galaxy Book3 360 isn't tailored for gaming or 3D work, as its refresh rate doesn't meet the high standards required for those applications.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good build quality, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$789
$1,050
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $789 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,050.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a higher refresh rate screen which can make for smoother visuals and has a bigger battery for longer unplugged use but is heavier, making it less portable; it's suitable for extensive use with its robust CPU and ample RAM, but also produces more heat and noise. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 provides exceptional portability with a lightweight design and a top-tier OLED touchscreen for vivid colors and deeper blacks, yet it has a smaller battery and might not handle intense tasks as efficiently due to the less advanced integrated graphics.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with a dedicated AMD GPU and a high-refresh-rate IPS screen, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks that require robust graphical performance. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offers a superior OLED touchscreen display with better color accuracy, along with the convenience of a lighter and slimmer convertible design, which is more portable but less capable for intensive graphics work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for content creation.
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.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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