Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Ultra Tested: A MacBook Pro Alternative for Windows Fans
Why It Matters
The Galaxy Book 6 Ultra gives Windows‑based creators a premium, Mac‑style alternative, forcing Apple and other OEMs to reassess design and performance benchmarks in the elite laptop segment.
Key Takeaways
- •Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Ultra mimics MacBook Pro design flawlessly
- •16‑inch 1800p AMOLED touchscreen offers vibrant, HDR‑ready visuals
- •Includes Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, USB‑A, and SD slot for versatility
- •Base model $2,899 with Intel Core Ultra, Arc graphics; RTX upgrade $3,799
- •Battery lasts nearly 30 hours in benchmark, rivaling premium laptops
Summary
The video reviews Samsung’s Galaxy Book 6 Ultra, positioning it as a premium Windows laptop that directly challenges Apple’s 16‑inch MacBook Pro in design and capability.
The device sports an all‑metal chassis, a 4.2‑lb weight, and a 16‑inch 1800p AMOLED touchscreen with anti‑reflective coating. Connectivity is generous, featuring two Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, USB‑A, and an SD card slot. Performance options range from an Intel Core Ultra X7 350H with Arc B390 graphics at $2,899 to a Core Ultra 7 356H paired with an RTX 5070 for $3,799.
In Cinebench multi‑core tests the Book 6 Ultra led comparable Windows laptops, and its RTX 5070 matched the graphics performance of similarly priced rivals while falling short of Apple’s M5 Max. Battery testing showed nearly 30 hours of runtime, an impressive figure for a thin‑and‑light workstation.
For creators who prefer Windows, the Galaxy Book 6 Ultra offers a rare blend of Mac‑like aesthetics, high‑resolution touch display, and sufficient power for media workloads, potentially expanding Samsung’s foothold in the high‑end laptop market.
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