ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N vs Samsung Galaxy Book4

Benchmark-weighted head-to-head · data updated 2026-09-10

Winner: Samsung Galaxy Book4

Samsung Galaxy Book4 takes 8.3 weighted points vs 6.5, winning on CPU Benchmark, RAM, Storage. Read our comprehensive Samsung Galaxy Book4 review or see the full ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N review. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N counters in a higher tier — worth it if its strengths match your needs.

ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

Intel Core i3-1215U · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $400
4.2 (461)
Check Prices
VS
Winner

Samsung Galaxy Book4

Intel Core 7 150U · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $700
4.9 (28)
Check Prices

Use-Case Scores

CategoryVivobook 5Z8NGalaxy Book4
Gaming2.1/102.6/10
Productivity4.2/104.8/10
Programming3.1/103.8/10
Engineering / 3D2.6/103.3/10
Student5.6/105.7/10
Travel / Portability5.7/106.1/10
AI Workloads2.3/103.1/10
Value for Money6.8/106.3/10

Detailed Specification Comparison

SpecVivobook 5Z8NGalaxy Book4
CPUIntel Core i3-1215UIntel Core 7 150U
PassMark Score10,77415,513
CPU Cores2P+4E2P+8E
GPUIntegrated (Intel iGPU)Integrated (Intel iGPU)
G3DMark Score——
RAM8 GB DDR416 GB DDR4
RAM UpgradeableNo (soldered)No (soldered)
Storage256 GBSSD512 GBSSD
Display14″ IPS15.6″ IPS
Resolution1920x10801920x1080
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Pixel Density157 PPI141 PPI
TouchscreenNoNo
Weight3.09 lbs3.46 lbs
Thickness0.7″0.61″
Amazon Rating4.2 ★ (461)4.9 ★ (28)
Value Score6.8/106.3/10

CPU Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy Book4's Intel Core 7 150U is ~44% faster in multi-threaded PassMark (15,513 vs 10,774). A generational gap you will feel in exports, compiles and heavy multitasking. Read more in our in-depth Vivobook 5Z8N benchmark breakdown and Galaxy Book4 performance review.

GPU & Gaming

Neither carries a dedicated GPU — both fine for esports at low settings, neither for modern AAA gaming. For dedicated gaming silicon, check our best gaming laptops guide.

Productivity & Battery

Office scores: 4.2/10 vs 4.8/10. Battery isn't in our dataset, but both share a similar power class, so expect comparable endurance.

Display

Vivobook 5Z8N: 14″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. Galaxy Book4: 15.6″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. Panel quality is effectively even.

RAM, Storage & Upgradeability

Vivobook 5Z8N: 8 GB DDR4 (soldered) + 256 GBSSD. Galaxy Book4: 16 GB DDR4 (soldered) + 512 GBSSD.

Build & Portability

3.09 lbs / 0.7″ vs 3.46 lbs / 0.61″. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N is 0.4 lbs lighter — significant for daily carry. Travel scores: 5.7 vs 6.1.

Value

Value scores land 6.8/10 vs 6.3/10. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N extracts more performance per dollar.

Final Verdict

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 — it wins the weighted spec battle. You can read the detailed Samsung Galaxy Book4 review or compare alternative models in our laptop comparison tool.

Check PricesCheck Prices

Also Consider

More on the ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

More on the Samsung Galaxy Book4