Samsung brings Galaxy Book6 laptops to the US, and they roam pretty close to MacBook Air
Summary
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Book 6 series in the US, including Pro and Ultra models, starting at $1,049.99. These laptops feature Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips and up to RTX 5060 graphics, rivaling the MacBook Air.
Key Insights
What are Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips?
Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips are high-performance processors designed for Windows laptops like the Galaxy Book 6 series, offering improved efficiency and AI capabilities compared to previous generations, positioning them as competitors to Apple's M4 chip in the MacBook Air.
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How does the Galaxy Book 6 compare to the MacBook Air in key specs like display and battery?
The Galaxy Book 6 has a 14-inch touchscreen display at 1200x1920 resolution, weighs 1.48 kg, runs Windows 11, and offers up to 20 hours of video playback in some tests, while the MacBook Air (M4) features a non-touch 13.6-inch 2560x1664 display, weighs 1.24 kg, runs macOS with up to 18 hours battery life, and excels in efficiency.
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