Samsung Galaxy Book 5 Pro remains competitive

Samsung’s Galaxy Book 5 Pro continues to attract buyers despite the release of its newer model, the Galaxy Book 6 Pro. The older ultrabook still offers strong performance, design, and features at a significantly reduced price.

Price drop makes it more affordable

Originally priced at 1,799 euros, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro is now available for 899 euros on Cdiscount, making it twice as cheap as its successor. This price reduction enhances its value for budget-conscious consumers.

Slim and lightweight design

The Galaxy Book 5 Pro is exceptionally thin at 11.6 mm and weighs just 1.23 kg. It maintains Samsung’s signature elegant metal chassis with sharp edges and rounded corners, making it easy to carry and use on the go.

Advanced connectivity and ports

The laptop is equipped with multiple ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, a USB-A port, a microSD card reader, and a headphone/microphone jack. It also supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity.

High-quality AMOLED display

The 14-inch AMOLED touchscreen has a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate, providing sharp visuals and smooth scrolling. The screen’s anti-reflective coating minimizes glare, making it easier to focus on content rather than reflections.

Powerful internal components

Inside, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro features an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with 8 cores and a turbo boost up to 4.8 GHz. It is paired with 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 512 GB SSD, enabling fast performance and efficient multitasking.

AI integration and productivity features

The laptop is certified for Copilot+ and includes Galaxy AI features such as "AI Selection," which lets users search by highlighting text or images, and live subtitle generation. These tools help users work more efficiently and seamlessly integrate with Samsung devices.

Battery life and ecosystem integration

Samsung claims the Galaxy Book 5 Pro can last up to 21 hours on a single charge, although actual performance may vary. It also integrates smoothly with other Samsung devices through the "Nearby Devices" feature, allowing for quick file sharing and control of Galaxy smartphones and tablets.