New Lenovo Yoga 9i (2023) Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 They are unique devices. Not only are they convertibles, but they both also come with OLED screens. How do you choose between them? There’s no doubt that both the Yoga 9i and Galaxy Book 3 Pro are premium devices with up-to-date specs, but we want to dig a little deeper into that. From the CPUs under the hood to the overall designs, there are a few areas where the Yoga 9i and Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 differ.
Although we don’t know all the details of the new Lenovo Yoga 9i yet, we do know that it will only have small internal changes compared to last year’s model. You’ll still have a pretty good idea of what’s in store.
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Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 is a 16-inch convertible laptop with a stunning AMOLED display and 13th Generation Intel Core processors. A 5G model is on the way, too.
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Lenovo Yoga 9i (2023)
The Lenovo 2023 Yoga 9i has a 13th generation Intel Core i7 processor and a stunning OLED display. It also has beautifully polished corners and a tape hinge down the middle.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i: Price and availability
We start first with the very important prices. At the moment, the Yoga 9i 2023 is not yet available for purchase. Lenovo says it will be available later this year in April with a starting price of $1,500. This model will come with an Intel Core i7-1360P CPU, 512GB of storage and 16GB of RAM.
As for the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, it costs $1,400 and is now available for pre-order. This version has an Intel Core i7 CPU, 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It is now available for pre-order on Samsung.com. You can expect pre-orders to ship beginning February 17, 2023.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i: Specifications
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Design: Both are convertibles, but the Yoga 9i is more portable and has a bit more shine
You can see right away that the Lenovo Yoga 9i and Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 are convertible. Thanks to the 360-degree hinge, you can flip the screen over on both and use it in different modes (tent, stand, tablet or laptop). However, we like the Yoga 9i a bit more, as it’s more portable, and has a somewhat more premium design.
The 14-inch Yoga 9i is not only smaller than the 16-inch Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 but also slightly lighter (3.09 pounds vs. 3.7 pounds). This makes it a little easier to manage and travel with.
What may be more surprising, however, is the overall premium feel of these convertibles. Lenovo has put polished, rounded edges on the sides of the Yoga 9i, while Samsung’s Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 has more tapered edges. Combine that with the speakers in the middle of the Yoga 9i’s hinge, and you’ll certainly appreciate how high-end the Yoga 9i feels, which is why it’s one of Lenovo’s best laptops and the best convertible laptops on the market.
Display: Both are OLED but Samsung has higher refresh rates
The screen is one of the most important parts of a laptop, and we’re happy to say that both the Yoga 9i and Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 don’t disappoint in this area. Both feature OLED screens, which make images pop with richer colors and deeper blacks.
However, the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 has a larger screen and a better refresh rate compared to the entry-level Yoga 9i. To be fair to Lenovo, if you really have the cash for it, Lenovo also offers a higher quality 3840×2400 (UHD+) option, but that’s an upgrade for the price. This upgraded model also has a lower refresh rate screen of 60Hz versus the original 90Hz. So you’re exchanging pixel density for a higher refresh rate.
The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 has a larger screen and a better refresh rate compared to the entry-level Yoga 9i.
However, Samsung wins this round. It managed to include a 120Hz refresh rate on the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, which should make web browsing and other experiences look smoother on the screen. Despite having the same screen resolution as the base model Yoga 9i, the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 is better for multimedia thanks to its larger screen and higher refresh rate. You will feel more immersed in your content here.
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (Gen 7)
Now for what’s on top of those screens. They both come with 1080p webcams, which are great for video conferencing. However, the Yoga 9i has Windows Hello support, so it can scan your face to log into your computer. There is also a privacy shutter. Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 lacks these two features but has smart features like background blur.
Note that both monitors support pen input. You get an S Pen included with the Galaxy Book3 Pro 360, but on the Yoga 9i, you need to purchase the stylus separately.
Performance: Both have 13th generation Intel processors
Under the hood of these devices are similar CPU options. Both devices have the latest 13th generation Intel P-series processors. However, with the Lenovo Yoga 9i, you only get the Core i7 option. Samsung is supposed to offer the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 with an option for an Intel Core i5 CPU but only the Core i7 option appears to be available in the US at the moment.
As for what’s new in Intel’s new 13th Gen CPUs, you’ll basically see a 10% increase in throughput. So, for things like web browsing, multimedia, and everyday tasks, either device would be great. While we haven’t yet reviewed any laptops with 13th Gen Intel CPUs, here’s a chart comparing last year’s Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 and 2022 Yoga 9i, just for reference. We expect the numbers to be similar to the 2023 models.
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5616 |
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1,736/9,525 |
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1,637/7,757 |
1,649 / 7,949 |
We look forward to benchmarking the new models when they become available to see their true performance. But at present, it is difficult to come to a real conclusion in this field.
Ports and connectivity: Samsung offers 5G
In terms of ports and connectivity, Samsung offers more connectivity options when compared to Lenovo here. Both devices have two Thunderbolt 4 and USB-A ports, and a headphone jack. However, the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 excels because it has an HDMI port and microSD card storage. This helps avoid using a dock to connect the Galaxy Book to a screen. The microSD card slot also gives you a quick extra storage space as well.
Other than these ports, the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 has a Wi-Fi model and a 5G model available. This gives it an advantage over the Yoga 9i in that you can use it anywhere you go without worrying about Wi-Fi.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i: Which Should You Buy?
We haven’t yet reviewed the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, but that doesn’t mean we can’t suggest it. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 has a larger screen, a 5G option, and more ports. It seems to be one of the best Galaxy laptops to date, and we’re really looking forward to trying it out.
But we can’t pass up the Yoga 9i suggestion either. There’s a reason why it’s our favorite laptop overall. While the screen may not be as big or have a high refresh rate as the one on the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, it’s still packed into an OLED panel. Even the Yoga 9i’s CPU is the same as what you get in the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360. In the end, you can’t go wrong.
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Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 is a 16-inch convertible laptop with a stunning AMOLED display and 13th Generation Intel Core processors. A 5G model is on the way, too.
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Lenovo Yoga 9i (2023)
The Lenovo 2023 Yoga 9i has a 13th generation Intel Core i7 processor and a stunning OLED display. It also has beautifully polished corners and a tape hinge down the middle.
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