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Updated January 10, 2024·
For intensive tasks like 3D modeling, engineering simulations, or machine learning, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is superior due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. However, it's bulkier and heavier, making it less convenient to carry around. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, on the other hand, is more portable and offers a touchscreen with an OLED panel, which might be preferable for general use and media consumption. The Galaxy Book3 360 also generally costs less, but for demanding professionals, the ThinkPad's better performance could justify the extra expense. Keep in mind that both laptops have similar storage and RAM capacities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
- Very good portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for engineering and design tasks with its more powerful CPU, dedicated GPU, and high-resolution IPS screen, which are crucial for intensive applications and detailed graphics work. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Book3 360 offers advantages in portability and versatility with its lighter build and convertible 2-in-1 design, along with a touchscreen OLED display that provides deep blacks and vibrant colors for less demanding design tasks.
Software Development
8.4
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
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
8.2
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offer vibrant and sharp visuals due to their high-resolution displays and bright panels, making them suitable for browsing, streaming, and productivity tasks. In engineering and design, the color accuracy and broad color gamuts of these laptops ensure that professionals can see precise colors and gradients, key for tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops' lower refresh rates compared to gaming-specific models may result in less fluid motion and longer response times, which can detract from the immersive experience that high-end gaming demands.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has very good build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,449
$1,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 to be very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16, with a high-quality CPU and ample RAM, meets the demands of general use while offering excellent keyboard, screen, and build quality, but its weight and size compromise portability and it has a modest battery life. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 also has a solid CPU and RAM, features a high-quality touchscreen OLED display suitable for various tasks, and is more portable with a lighter build and longer battery life, though its speaker and build quality are less impressive.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.4
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2400
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 Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is better suited for gaming and 3D because of its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which ensures smoother graphics and gameplay; on the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a lower-performance GPU and standard screen refresh rate, which makes it just adequate for less demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
8.2
7.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 to be very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 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.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 14'' x 9'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 13.99" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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Adam Speight | July 2023
"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 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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