Customer Ratings & Reviews

SUMMARY: Samsung delivers good value with the Galaxy Book6 16 but there are a couple of design choices you need to consider. It lacks keyboard backlighting, uses Intel Integrated Graphics and the screen is a 1920x1200 IPS LCD. But the Book6 delivers where it counts for business, students, home and even content creators, a good keyboard, good screen, low weight and plenty of horsepower. It's not a gaming powerhouse but it’s a versatile laptop. PRO’s - 16 LPDDR5X RAM and 512 SSD gb storage - Fingerprint reader - 16” Responsive Touch Screen (1920 x 1080 resolution ,120hz) - Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 - Reasonable number of ports, 2 USB-C ports (data and charging), 2 USB-A ports, 1 HDMI port, 1 full ethernet port, 1 SD card reader and 1 headphone jack. - 4 lbs light, easy to carry, robust construction, looks good - Good keyboard (responsive, easy to type on and not too cramped) - Decent 2 mp webcam - Good battery life - Windows 11, CoPilot+ - Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem A MATTER OF TASTE (Is this the computer for you? None of these are bad, but they are choices.) - Good screen (1920 x 1080 FHD resolution, 350 nits) - Decent Speakers (weak on base) - Air Cooled (but quiet for standard operations). CON’s - No back light keyboard MORE WORDS – The Samsung Galaxy Book6 is made to be productive. It has an attractive design for fitting in the boardroom, and it’s robust fitting into a backpack easily (won’t break easily with responsible use). The touchscreen works well and really adds to the overall experience. And for computer power, it has it. I use it with Lightroom Classic on 61 mp files (Huge for cameras), and it didn’t sweat. I have a full-on gaming rig for POV shooters, but the integrated graphics works fine for slower moving games (cards) so even that is fine. One point of consideration, but designed for the budget, is the screen is low nits (350, for indoor use), and only 1920 x 1200 (almost 2k). But the color is good (it IS Samsung), the size is great (16”) and the refresh is a butter smooth 120hz, so it’s your call if you want 4k OLED or not, won’t get that with a touch screen at this price. I found the screen fine for documents, web browsing, streaming and even light photography work. 16 gb ram and 512 gb storage is enough for AI tools, school, home, and work. If you need more storage, it has 2 fast USB-C ports. BOTTOM LINE: The Samsung Galaxy Book6 is good value for business, home, and school… The are no real shortcomings (except for lack of backlit keyboard), packs a powerful CPU punch, and has decent RAM and storage specs. In or out of the Galaxy ecosystem, this is a laptop you will enjoy owning.

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 is great for working, emails, and web browsing. This is not a gaming laptop. It has a 16” 1920x1200 screen, 16GB RAM, 512GB M.2 for storage, and an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 355 processor. It includes a mic, camera, and 2x USB-C and 2x A ports. It can connect wirelessly up to Wi-Fi 6 and has a built in 1 GB Ethernet port. There is HDMI port, and Bluetooth for wireless devices. The manual says it has 2 M.2 slots, so you could add another M.2 for more storage if you want to take it apart. The memory seems to be fixed to 16GB. The battery is 61.2w. Th package comes with the laptop, a USB-C cord, and a 45w charger. It weighs ~4 pounds. The color is a nice gray and opening it up, it has a large trackpad in the lower middle, and regular laptop style keyboard, no numpad. The keyboard does not have a lot of travel in the key press. The screen displays colors nicely and is big enough to see work documents or the web well. The power button doubles as a finger button for passwordless logins. I got full Wi-Fi 6 speeds with no issues and the ethernet port works fine too. Connecting to an external monitor is plug and play. The CPU is efficient as a 24 hour battery life is claimed. The camera and mic work fine for video calls. As it has an integrated GPU, only more basic games will work well with it. The cooling system was quiet overall, noise was minimal. Connecting Bluetooth devices was standard it support external keyboards, mice and headsets with no issues. The setup was just over 30 minutes from power on to ready to after upgrades and updates. There is a lot of bloatware in the computer. From Microsoft to Samsung, a lot of programs, and “AI” features are on the machine. I took off over a GB with easy to see programs. You will find more if you want. The issue is after Microsoft tries to get your information; Samsung does the same requests again. Sharing wi-fi password, phone integration, links etc etc. If you are in the Samsung ecosystem, you can seamlessly connect to your other Samsung devices such as tablets, phones, ear buds etc for an integrated experience. Bixby and the other standard Samsung programs and “AI” are all there on the laptop. Working just as on any other Samsung device. However, you can opt out and not share information. For work and the web, 16GB RAM, and the 355 CPU are more than enough to handle workloads. If you want something with a decent screen and lightweight with enough to get through work or school, this is an excellent option. If you want full integration into the Samsung ecosystem this will work great for you. If not, you can claim back a lot of storage easily.

Setup on this computer takes about an hour with several updates and reboots. They try and sell you several services and Microsoft 365 during setup. The power button can be configured for fingerprint recognition. I didn’t see face recognition as an option. A good choice for home or business. Not for gaming. Nice selection of ports and the USB ports also can be used for charging. Ports: 1 HDMI 2 USB-A 3.2 2 USB-C Headphone Jack (nice) Windows 11 Home edition is installed. The screen resolution 1920 x 1200 Full HD+ with great color and touch screen capability. 16GB RAM and an Intel Ultra 7 355 2.3GHz processor makes for fast processing for an average user. For some reason this 16” screen feels small, but it really is 16”. I wish there was a numeric keypad as it could easily have fit. The keyboard is not backlit. There is an integrated Intel 128MB Graphics card and an included front-facing camera. Battery life is very good. Heavy use for a full day and still 30% left. I have only charged it once in 5 days. A feature that I don’t use is to access your Galaxy phone files directly from the laptop. If you have a lot of Galaxy devices there is seamless integration for file sharing. There are also included AI features but AI is still a work in progress. Nice laptop and very lightweight but sturdy.

I was looking for a laptop with a little more screen presence while still being able to use it for traveling, as I do quite a bit of that. I use my laptop for daily tasks and light work. Email, photos/editing/management, things like that, nothing requiring heavy processing or gaming. So I chose the Samsung Galaxy Book6 16-inch base model. I actually chose it online without seeing it in person which may not have been the best idea.When I received it, I was a bit surprised by the weight and size. I’ve been using a 14" laptop for the past year, so while I love the 16-inch screen, which is exactly what I was going for, the weight did catch me off guard as it is noticeably heavier than my smaller laptop. From completely powered off to the Windows login screen my Samsung Galaxy Book6 takes 8 seconds to boot. That’s super fast in my book. The trackpad and keyboard are tactile, snappy, and responsive. I use a laptop docking station to connect multiple peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse, and Ethernet), and I noticed that I couldn’t charge the laptop using the supplied USB-C cable when plugged into my docking station’s USB-C port. I believe I read somewhere that it can reach 63% battery in 30 minutes using the included adapter (don’t quote me on that) but I can confirm that it charges very quickly with the adapter. The Galaxy Book6 does support Thunderbolt 4 technology but my docking station does not so I’ll likely be upgrading that. The Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and 16GB of RAM are extremely responsive for the tasks and programs I use. This model comes with just over half a terabyte of storage, which is more than enough for my needs. When I travel, I think my 14" laptop will still be the one I take with me. It’s lighter and more compact, making it easier to carry and store in my luggage. However, for home use, I’ll definitely be using the Samsung 16". Previously, I had my 14" laptop connected to a 27" monitor, but I no longer feel the need to do that with this larger screen. I’ve actually gotten rid of my monitor and freed up some desk space. If you don’t use an external monitor, the 16" screen is an excellent size. Speaking of the screen, the resolution is excellent. It’s an IPS anti-glare display that’s very bright, with great contrast. For my purposes, it looks fantastic. The only downside for me is that the keyboard is not backlit. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it would have been a nice feature to include. Overall, for my needs as described above, this laptop is fantastic. For heavier computing tasks that require more processing power, stepping up to the Pro or Ultra models would be a better choice. But for lighter use, the Galaxy Book6 base model is an excellent option.

I picked up the Samsung Galaxy Book6 for my daughter to use for college, this review is based on a week of use, primarily focused on school and work functionality.  TL:DR - This is a 16" laptop, so the laptop is a bit larger, but still light weight enough to be highly portable. It runs all the applications the college requires for their aviation program, the system boots super fast, and the touch screen is vibrant, with accurate touch response, and yields 2K resolution. Pros: The touchscreen is precise  Fingerprint scanner built in to power button Super fast boot and application load times Multi-tasks well, and hasn't gotten bogged down on the big tasks such as macro enabled workbooks.  Cons: Keyboard real estate could be optimized, lots of blank space and no number pad.  The keyboard isn't backlit  In the box is the laptop, charging cable with plug, and paperwork. Setup is the normal Windows workflow, and takes about 15 minutes total. The first thing I noticed was the boot time, this laptop is fast, no "loading" screen for 30+ seconds, turn it on, and it's up and running in less than 10 seconds. Samsung got this one right, with minimal bloatware, and all the right features for work / school needs. If you have a Samsung phone you can link them so you can get phone calls, text messages, and file sharing between the two devices seamlessly. The build has a surprisingly robust feeling while maintaining a sleek appearance. The laptop measures 14" long, 10" deep, and 1/2" thick and the touchscreen is supported by a single hinge that runs nearly the full length of the laptop. The frame is aluminum, so at only 4 lbs it's highly portable. The screen itself has ~1/2" border on the top and bottom, slightly less on the sides, and feels nearly invisible when watching movies in full screen. There are 7 input ports along the sides, to include HDMI, 2 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C, ethernet, headphones, and a microSD card reader.  The laptop includes a built in 2 megapixel camera, and speakers, which are your standard laptop quality. The touchscreen is 350 nits, 120Hz refresh rate, and boasts IPS, which yield vibrant and accurate colors.  As for performance, this machine is geared to optimize Co-Pilot / AI productivity with 16 GB RAM and the Intel Core Ultra 7 series 3 processor which is a 2026 version of the chip, designed for optimized AI performance. While the build is strong for productivity tasks, this machine isn't really geared for gaming. I tried it on a few STEAM games, and while it will get the job done for most games (a bit laggy with graphics stutter as you increase the load), that is not where this build excels.  I'm really impressed with the fast boot time, rapid file retrieval and load time, ability to keep up with multitasking, large excel macro enabled workbooks (only one at a time), and a few aviation applications that tend to eat up processor bandwidth.  Bottom line, if you need a work or school laptop, that could also be a good streaming laptop, maybe some mid level bandwidth gaming, this is a great laptop. The screen is vibrant, the computer responds quickly, and it's all packaged very well in a light weight sleek housing. You won't find many competitors out there at this price point with these specs that ties the performance together this well. 

I’ve had the Samsung Galaxy Book6 for about a week now, and so far, I like it a lot. It’s fast, responsive, and I haven’t experienced any slowdown, even with over 40 Chrome tabs open while streaming music and working in a 3D printing slicer. That kind of performance is impressive. The first thing that stands out is how incredibly thin this laptop is. It’s honestly wild how much power they’ve packed into such a slim design. The 16-inch display is the perfect size for everything I use it for, whether that’s browsing, streaming movies, creating 3D models, or even some light gaming. The touchscreen is a great addition. I don’t always use it, but when I do, it makes certain tasks much easier. The trackpad is large, responsive, and great for multi-finger gestures. I do wish it had haptic feedback like the Pro model, but since I’m not used to that, it’s not a dealbreaker. Build quality is top-tier. The full aluminum chassis feels solid and premium, easily comparable to Apple. It’s sturdy with almost no flex or screen wobble, which is impressive given how thin it is. The matte gray finish looks clean and slides easily into a backpack. The keyboard is full-size, comfortable, and the backlighting is a nice touch. The display is a 16-inch Full HD (1920x1200) IPS panel, and for my use, it’s perfect. I actually prefer this resolution for productivity. It’s sharp, easy on the eyes, and the low-glare screen helps a lot during longer sessions. Port selection is excellent. You get 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, HDMI, a 1GB Ethernet port, microSD, and even a 3.5mm headphone jack. That’s everything you need without relying heavily on adapters. Battery life has been great, and it charges quickly with the included charger. I also like the fingerprint reader built into the power button. It adds a nice layer of security, especially with features that can restrict access to saved passwords if authentication isn’t used. It also integrates nicely with other Samsung devices, and features like Microsoft Copilot and Samsung AI are surprisingly useful for speeding up everyday tasks. Overall, I’m really impressed. This is my first Galaxy Book, and it’s been a great experience so far.

This 16” Galaxy Book6 hits a sweet spot between size and portability for a productivity-focused laptop, whether for home use or on the go. You immediately get a feel for how sturdy the aluminum chassis is when taking it out of its fully recyclable packaging. The fit, finish, and overall comfort are fantastic. The build quality is solid, and it includes the I/O ports most people need in a modern laptop without relying on a dongle, including an Ethernet connection in an impressively slim frame. The touchscreen is responsive and easy to use, helped by a rigid hinge that keeps the screen firmly in place. The backlit keyboard has a comfortable layout, and the well-sized trackpad is easy to use. With a second M.2 slot, there is a small window for future storage expansion. This unit uses integrated graphics, so high-end gaming or workstation-level performance is not in the cards. However, everything you need for everyday computing is absolutely under the hood. AI integration is noticeable, though it still feels a bit out of place. Overall, this is a very well-built everyday laptop with a strong set of connection options, comfortable usability, solid battery life, and a fast charger that lives up to the hype. It is a great fit for light home use, productivity, or college work.

From the moment of opening the box and pulling out the Samsung Galaxy Book 6, it looked and reminded me of exactly what a Samsung device would/should look like. I’ve always been a fan of Samsung devices, so that’s a good thing. The box contains the basics, the Galaxy Book 6, a USB C power brick and a USB C charge cable. I tested the power brick output with my metered power bank. The Included USB charger puts out about 44watts, which is right in line with listed spec. Testing what the Book 6 was willing to take, from my same metered power bank, showed 46watts. You will get ‘Fast’ charging with the combo, but not PD 100w + speeds. Opening the Book 6, shows it has a nice solid feeling hinge. This is a touchscreen, but the hinge does not fold all the way back so you won't be able to use it as a tablet. However it’s not advertised as convertible to a tablet so I wasn’t expecting that anyway. The first weird thing I noticed, I went to turn on the power, and couldn’t find the power button. Technically it is right where I expected it (upper right corner of keyboard), but at first glance it looks like a fixed key and has no marking to indicate it’s the power button. First power up and setup was typical Windows style, nothing unexpected. While going through and trying to get all my settings applied, I initially couldn’t find the battery protection setting (which only allows 80% or less full charge to preserve battery longevity). I was looking for the setting in Windows settings, but it’s actually in the Samsung Settings panel. The only included bloatware was MacAfee, which was promptly removed and uninstalled. As a general daily use laptop the Samsung Galaxy Book6 has been working great. The screen is pretty decent by IPS standards. You’re only getting basic Intel graphics so don't expect AAA game play at high frame rates/resolution. You are getting an Intel Core Ultra 7 so your general use office type tasks are going to be snappy. The keyboard is backlit and adjustable in 4 steps, but even at the 100% setting, they are not very bright, but still usable. I wasn’t very impressed with the sound quality and volume. Usable, sure, but nothing to brag about. The body of the Book6 looks nice, but it didn't take very long to collect smudges and fingerprints on the touchpad and wrist rests. A quick wipe with damp microfiber and they were gone. I ran a full benchmark stress test, and even at full cpu and gpu usage, the fans stayed very quiet. In normal office type use it runs quiet. You do get a ‘standard’ connector package, 2 USB C’s, 2 USB A’s, HDMI, 3.5 audio, a micro SD slot, and surprisingly a RG45 network jack in this slim case. Samsung does include some options for linking the Book 6 with a Samsung phone for photo transfer/viewing etc. I haven’t set this up yet, but look forward to getting this setup with my workflow. Overall the Samsung Galaxy book 6 is a great daily driver office laptop.

By far, the best laptop I've ever had! Looks beautiful, performs like a racehorse, and syncs with all of my Samsung electronics!

In the market for a high-performance laptop for everyday and business use, this Galaxy Book6 hit all the sweet spots. I needed something that was lightweight, thin, easy to carry with a long battery life. The battery easily lasts all day and beyond. The large bright 16” touch screen and backlit keyboard make it a pleasure to use in any lighting. The headphone jack is perfect for those situations when enjoying videos or gaming and not disturbing anyone else. I found the network connectivity and Bluetooth to be fast and flawless. With 16GB of memory, a 512 GB SSD, the latest Intel 7 processor, and a large selection of ports I expect it to perform for years to come. I would share that I don’t use this for gaming. The integrated graphics while fast, are not serious gamer level. If you’re other devices are Samsung, it becomes an integral part of that ecosystem. Directly accessing my phone is a great time saver, including drag and drop. My home automation is based on SmartThings, and the integration is a great feature. It was time to step up from a basic laptop, and this one really delivers for me.

I have multiple laptops and two that I use on a daily basis, which I will compare to this laptop for the review. The setup is about the normal for any new laptop today. Takes about 15-20 minutes to update most of things that I will not use (AI, Copilot, photo magic, etc). Now, AI for searching the internet and comparing things has been great. Initial setup went smooth and the computer seems fast (being new) and works as intended. Turning on the backlit keyboard was frustrating as it would not respond until the computer was 100% done updating and then, it is slow to respond. Works well once figured out. The screen is nice and bright, colorful but not as punchy as an OLED. The wifi connection was fast, even after the initial struggle to connect to the 6Ghz band. Keyboard is comfortable and the black on silver contrast is nice. Computer speed is on par with most Intel 7 ultra processors. However, only 8gb of RAM and not having a dedicated GPU hurts this computers overall longevity as it will eventually get bogged down. I also did not see face recognition to open the computer from the lock screen. Overall, this a 4.5 stars but since that is not a choice, I gave it a 5 as long as you are aware of the short comings.

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 is the base model of this latest series, with Book6 Pro and Book6 Ultra available for those who need more hmmph. Overall, it’s a decent laptop suitable for school or general office use. PROs - Feels light for a 16” laptop. - Quiet keyboard. Typing on it feels fine, for the most part, except the space bar is a little louder than the other keys. - Quiet operation. No discernable fan noise for the most part. - IPS LED screen with excellent viewing angles from the sides and edge-to-edge brightness. No surprise given that Samsung makes great TVs and screens. - The screen is a touch screen, which is sometimes easier to use to scroll or place the cursor, among other uses. - Firm hinges that do not shake the screen when typing. - A decent number of ports including 2 USB-C, 2 USB-A, MicroSD card slod, headphone jack, HDMI and an ethernet port which is getting harder to find nowadays. CONs - No backlit keys. I would have expected backlighting at this price point. - The Control Key on the right side has been replaced with the CoPilot Key. That means I can no longer use a right-hand-only shortcut to quickly move the cursor or delete one word at a time. This is probably my biggest peeve as I constantly use the Control Key to navigate with one hand. - Speakers are average at best. They are underneath the bottom and point downwards. Lacks bass and depth. But clarity is good. - I like using the top row function keys to control settings like volume, brightness, etc…, instead of as function keys. Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be a way to turn on the Function Key Lock as default. I have to invoke it every time it restarts. - Home and End keys should have been full sized instead of matching them to the page up and page down half sized keys for aesthetics. - Lid is stiff and cannot be opened with one hand. Your other hand has to keep the bottom half fixed to the desk. OTHER - Initial startup invokes the usual Microsoft updates that takes forever, and continues to remind me why my primary computer is a Mac. - As is true for many OEMs, Samsung includes their own utilities for configuring settings and it can be confusing with the standard Microsoft settings. However, if you have other recent Samsung devices like a Galaxy phone, they are discoverable with Samsung’s utilities. - With only 512 GB of SSD storage, you’ll quickly find yourself with less than 400 GB of available space since the operating system and utilities takes up room. You will almost certainly be relying on some kind of cloud storage. Overall I recommend this laptop, especially if it comes on sale, for general office and school.