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Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,070RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:12 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5-7200U

Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

90%

7.0

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

â–²Better than 69% of tablets
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 83%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

22%

6.5

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

8.4

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Software & Features

5%

6.1

Design

3%

6.5

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 70%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 68%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

22%

6.5

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

8.4

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Software & Features

5%

6.1

Design

3%

6.5

Audio & Multimedia

7.0
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 6.9 points, which is lower than 68.5% of Tablets.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

6.4
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 45% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
662 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 662 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 55.5% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.2% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Core i5-7200U
This tablet uses the Intel Core i5-7200U chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 74.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.1% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2160×1440
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2160×1440 which is higher than that of 67.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.9% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This tablet uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 92.5% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
216 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 216 ppi which is lower than that of 52.1% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass which is stronger than that on 80.1% of tablets and equal to that on 11.2% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 13 MP which is higher than that of 74% of tablets and equal to that of 21.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is wider than that of 82.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
5,070 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,070 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 69% of tablets and equal to those in 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 83.8% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
11 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11 hours, which is longer than that of 60.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.9% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.8% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
754 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 754 g which is heavier than 91.6% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
26 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 26 ms, which is higher than that of 88.6% of tablets and equal to that of 3.4% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
?
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i5-7200U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5-7200U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • 55% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.5x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • 5 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 1.9 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i5-7200U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5-7200U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 55% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 1.9 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2160×1440 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2160×1440 vs 1920×1200
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 250 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (250 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    At all brightness levels.
    250 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 5 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This tablet allows manual shutter speed control, the average tablet does not. 21.9% of tablets offer manual shutter speed control.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 2.5x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 53.9% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (754 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    754 g vs 490 g
  • 22.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,070 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,070 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 46 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (355 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    355 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • 17 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (26 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    26 ms vs 9 ms
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 4.12x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,070 vs £260).
    £1,070 vs £260
  • 10.6% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.42 vs 7.1).
    6.42 vs 7.1
  • 2.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.79 vs 8.000).
    7.79 vs 8
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 46 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (355 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    355 nits vs 401 nits
  • 45 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (355 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    355 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (216 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    216 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 22.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,070 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,070 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 53.9% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (754 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    754 g vs 490 g
  • 17 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (26 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    26 ms vs 9 ms
  • 116 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (291.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    291.3 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

5.0
Dave West Media
≈ estimated
26/08/2017
Hands-on review · battery, fan and performance tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is well designed with a great screen, but hard to recommend at its full price.
8.0
Phone Tech At Work
≈ estimated
29/05/2017
In-depth review · everyday use, video editing and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a very positive overall pick, with a bright screen and good performance, though battery and charging are weak points.
9.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
16/05/2017
Hands-on review · performance, display, battery and pen
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a solid Surface Pro rival with a great display and pen, held back by missing Windows Hello.
8.0
Jared Busch
≈ estimated
24/06/2017
Hands-on review · keyboard, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a strong lightweight 2-in-1 with great performance and display, though its keyboard and battery are the main drawbacks.
9.0
Technically Well
≈ estimated
07/06/2017
Short hands-on review · display, performance and price comparison
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a great alternative to a rival tablet, with a beautiful display and speedy performance.
6.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
26/02/2017
First look · MWC hands-on and quick review
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a decent pick with a good keyboard and pen, but it is unclear whether it will sell well without a price.
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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cnet.com
23/05/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book (12-inch) review: A great Windows tablet that just scratches the Surface
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digitaltrends.com
23/08/2019
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pcmag.com
06/06/2017
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itpro.com
27/09/2017
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laptopmag.com
14/11/2018
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Samsung Galaxy Book (12-Inch) Review - Laptop Mag
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hothardware.com
23/05/2017
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Samsung Galaxy Book 12 Review: OLED Display Meets S Pen And Core i5
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moorinsightsstrategy.com
27/07/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12" Review: One Month In
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gadgetguy.com.au
20/10/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 – a Windows 10 tablet with style (review)
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forbes.com
27/07/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12" Review: One Month In - Forbes
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itwire.com
01/08/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 – taking Windows on the road review
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hothardware.com
23/05/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 Review: OLED Display Meets S-Pen
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theverge.com
25/05/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book review: one step forward, one step back
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technowize.com
01/06/2017
Summary of the review
'Samsung Galaxy Book 12' Review...Neither Flawless Nor Flawed
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trustedreviews.com
26/10/2017
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book Review
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techwelike.com
15/02/2018
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 Review – Thin and Powerful?
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lesnumeriques.com
21/07/2017
Summary of the review
Test Samsung Galaxy Book 12", un deux-en-un incollable
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01net.com
16/08/2017
Summary of the review
Test: Samsung Galaxy Book 12'', l'hybride qui réussit presque à éclipser la Surface Pro
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paradoxetemporel.fr
28/07/2017
Summary of the review
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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

  • Stunning 12-inch Super AMOLED display with vibrant colors and deep blacks
  • Pressure-sensitive S Pen and backlit keyboard cover included in the box
  • Lightweight and highly portable design compared to traditional laptops
  • Strong multitasking performance powered by an Intel Core i5 processor
  • Responsive and accurate S Pen that does not require charging or pairing
  • Dual USB-C ports allowing for charging and peripheral use simultaneously

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

  • Unstable 'floppy' folio case makes it difficult or impossible to use on a lap
  • Battery life often falls short of the advertised 11 hours during real-world use
  • Base model is limited to 4GB RAM and 128GB storage at a high price point
  • Device can become noticeably hot and noisy under heavy multitasking loads
  • Keyboard cover lacks the adjustable, sturdy kickstand found on competitors
  • Proprietary S Pen lacks a dedicated storage slot or magnetic attachment on the tablet

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 WiFi is a premium 2-in-1 Windows 10 tablet powered by a 7th Generation Intel Core i5-7200U processor, featuring a 12-inch Super AMOLED display with a 2160 x 1440 resolution and HDR support. This specific configuration includes 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD, with connectivity supported by two USB-C ports, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.1. Its primary strengths are the stunning, color-accurate OLED screen and the inclusion of both the S Pen and a backlit detachable keyboard in the box. However, it is held back by the limited 4GB of RAM which can hinder heavy multitasking, a design that lacks a built-in kickstand making it difficult to use on a lap, and reports of the device running hot under significant workloads.

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