When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, consider how you'll use the laptop. For general use, the Vivobook is more budget-friendly and has a larger screen. However, it offers lower performance and is less portable due to its size and weight compared to the Galaxy Book3 360. The Galaxy Book3 360 is typically more expensive but provides better performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering or engineering work, along with better portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight. The Galaxy Book3 360 also features a touchscreen, which may be useful for certain applications. If you value performance and portability and don't mind spending more, the Galaxy Book3 360 is a solid choice. If you prefer a larger screen and a more budget-friendly option, while accepting lower performance, the Vivobook could meet your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 with an Intel i3 processor and 8GB of RAM is fair for general use, offering a large screen but less portability and a shorter battery life compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which is good for general use due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, superior OLED touchscreen, and longer battery life, all in a lighter and more versatile 2-in-1 design.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with an Intel i3 processor, 8GB of RAM, and standard UHD graphics, is suitable but not as powerful for engineering and design compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which boasts a more robust Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and superior Iris Xe graphics, along with an OLED touchscreen for superior screen quality.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is somewhat better.
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
6.9/10
7.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
7.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a decent display, but its resolution and brightness may not be as high as needed for sharp and vibrant visuals that enhance the user experience in general tasks. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 boasts superior display characteristics, including higher resolution and brightness, making it ideal for general use and professional tasks like engineering and design, as better color accuracy and a wider color gamut can significantly aid in visually-intensive work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications, where higher refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, and both models offer lower refresh rates which are not conducive to these uses.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$1,070
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,070.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a larger screen, but with its Intel UHD Graphics, it's less suited for demanding gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which, despite a smaller screen, packs more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics, resulting in better performance for such applications. Both have similar screen refresh rates, not ideal for high-end gaming, but the Samsung's CPU is superior, influencing overall performance and handling of complex tasks.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"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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