If you're considering the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" due to its lower price, it's suitable for general use such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. However, if you're willing to invest more in the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, you'll get better performance that can handle more intensive tasks like photo editing or casual gaming, along with a convertible form factor with touch support which is great for versatility. The Galaxy Book2 360 will also likely offer better display quality and longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad. The decision should be based on whether the additional capabilities and features of the Galaxy Book2 360 are worth the higher cost to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
7.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has an Intel UHD Graphics 600, a basic GPU not designed for demanding tasks like gaming or 3D rendering, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 comes with the more capable Iris Xe graphics that's part of the Intel i7-1255U processor, offering better performance for such activities. Moreover, screen quality and CPU power also contribute, with the Galaxy Book2 360's better screen and more powerful CPU further enhancing its suitability for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the IdeaPad.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a lower-end CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality screen, making it inadequate for demanding engineering and design work, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 comes with a much more powerful processor, better integrated graphics, higher RAM capacity, and a high-quality OLED screen that supports wider color gamuts and higher contrast, thus being suited for such tasks. Both laptops are fairly portable, but the IdeaPad's more modest specs contribute to its excellent heat management and silent operation, compared to the better performance and screen quality of the Galaxy Book2, which also features a good portability score and quiet fan noise.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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
5.3/10
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For everyday activities like browsing, watching videos, and working on documents, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360's higher resolution and brighter display provide a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14". The Samsung's superior color accuracy and range appeal to professionals in engineering and design work who require precise color representation for tasks like photo editing and CAD software. However, for 3D applications and gaming, where fast screen refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, the Samsung falls short, making it less suitable for those tasks despite its good resolution and panel quality.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
"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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" or the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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