If you prioritize performance for engineering tasks, the ASUS Zenbook 13 with its AMD Ryzen processor provides strong general and engineering performance, but the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 with the Intel i7 might be less powerful. Both offer 512 GB of storage, but the Samsung has double the RAM, which is advantageous for multitasking. The Samsung also has a touchscreen and comes with Windows 11, while the ASUS does not have a touchscreen and comes with Windows 10. Portability and battery life are similar, with a slight edge in battery life for the ASUS. Both have OLED screens with comparable quality, but Samsung offers higher color accuracy and contrast. Price-wise, the ASUS is somewhat more expensive. Either choice is not ideal for intensive gaming but can handle general use proficiently. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 have similar screen quality.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 both have panels with high resolution and brightness that cater to general use, offering clear and vivid visuals for everyday tasks. Their screens cover a wide range of colors, which is crucial for engineering and design work where color accuracy for projects and graphics is important. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and responsiveness during fast-paced scenes or modeling activities.
Cost
$890
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its AMD Ryzen CPU, high screen quality, and longer battery life, makes for a reliable general-use laptop, and it is also portable due to its lightweight and slim design. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 also excels in general use with a faster Intel CPU, more RAM for multitasking, and a 2-in-1 convertible touchscreen feature which adds to versatility, although it has slightly shorter battery life and lower portability score. Both devices offer OLED screens and have ample storage for everyday tasks, quality keyboards, and manage heat and noise well, providing a comfortable user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated GPUs, the Vega 8 and the Iris Xe respectively, which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs, and their common 60Hz screen refresh rate which is lower than the preferred refresh rate for gaming. Although both have quality OLED displays and capable CPUs, these factors are only somewhat important compared to the very important GPU and refresh rate for gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.3/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for engineering and design.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is considered better for engineering and design use over the ASUS Zenbook 13 mainly because it has double the RAM, which is crucial for multitasking and running demanding software, and features a superior processor that enhances overall performance. While both have high-quality OLED screens and similar storage, the Galaxy Book2 360 adds a touchscreen for additional interactivity and flexibility, appealing to design workflows, although they both share equivalent screen size and resolution.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 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
7.4/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
Excellent
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook 13 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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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