The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers better performance for intensive tasks like engineering due to its higher-end processor and dedicated graphics card, making it suitable for demanding software applications. However, this comes at a higher cost and with less portability compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, which is lighter and more affordable. The Galaxy Book2 360 also has a touchscreen and an OLED display, which provides superior color reproduction, but it has less storage and memory, and its performance is more suited for general use rather than heavy computational tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is favoured for general use due to its more powerful CPU and larger amounts of RAM, which are beneficial for handling multiple or intensive tasks, accompanied by a high-quality IPS screen suitable for a variety of applications, albeit with reduced portability and shorter battery life compared to smaller devices.
Gaming and AI
6.9/10
6.2/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is good for gaming and 3D because it has a discrete Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU which is superior for running graphic-intensive applications compared to the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, which offers fair gaming and 3D performance. Additionally, while both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the larger screen size and processor in the ASUS allow for better gaming and 3D rendering experiences.
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 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
7.2/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for software development, and content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers superior screen quality due to its brighter display and higher resolution, making text, images, and video crisper and more vibrant. Engineers and designers will appreciate the Samsung's broader color coverage, providing accuracy for professional work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where refresh rates are crucial, both the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 fall short, as they prioritize resolution and color fidelity over fast refresh rates necessary for smooth motion.
Portability
Good
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good build quality, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 Pro 17 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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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