The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is among the first laptops powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite platform. The 16-inch model boasts the top-tier Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 chip, promising superior performance. This review dives into its features, performance, and whether its premium price tag is justified.
A Premium Design and Stunning Display
The Galaxy Book4 Edge impresses with its sleek “Sapphire Blue” aluminum chassis (appearing more silver-gray). Remarkably thin and light for a 16-inch laptop at just 3.42 pounds and 0.48 inches thick, its build quality is excellent, exhibiting minimal flex. The simple design, accented by subtle Samsung logos, complements the stunning 16-inch 2880×1800 AMOLED display. With vibrant colors, deep blacks, a 120Hz refresh rate, and touch functionality, it’s a visual treat.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge keyboard
The spacious keyboard includes a full number pad, which is a welcome addition for productivity. While the typing experience is decent, it lacks the crispness of some competitors. The massive trackpad is a standout feature, offering ample space for navigation and gestures. However, it doesn’t quite match the premium feel of haptic touchpads found on devices like the Microsoft Surface Laptop.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge trackpad
Performance: A Mixed Bag
Day-to-day performance is smooth and responsive, handling productivity tasks with ease. The Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 delivers noticeable performance gains in some benchmarks, particularly Geekbench 6. However, in other tests like Cinebench R24, the performance difference compared to lower-tier Snapdragon X Elite laptops is less significant. This suggests potential thermal limitations due to the thin chassis.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge Geekbench results
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge Cinebench R24 results
The upgraded Adreno GPU shows its strength in 3DMark Time Spy and Night Raid, outperforming integrated graphics solutions, especially when running native Arm code. While not a gaming powerhouse, the improved graphics performance is welcome.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 3DMark Time Spy results
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 3DMark Night Raid results
Battery Life and Connectivity
Battery life is a major highlight. In our video playback test, the Galaxy Book4 Edge achieved an astounding 21 hours, a testament to the Snapdragon platform’s efficiency. Real-world usage will vary, but expect exceptional longevity.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge battery life results
Connectivity is well-rounded, with two USB-C ports (USB4), an HDMI 2.1 port, a USB-A port, a combo audio jack, and a microSD card reader (16-inch model only). Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 (hardware supports 5.4) are also included.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge ports right side
The Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is a compelling Snapdragon laptop with a stunning display, impressive battery life, and a premium build. However, its high price, limited to 16GB of RAM, and the soldered eUFS storage may give some pause. While the top-tier Snapdragon X Elite hardware delivers performance benefits, the difference isn’t as dramatic as the specs suggest. Consider alternative Snapdragon laptops offering more RAM and storage for less money if peak performance isn’t your top priority.
