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Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,070RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5-7200U

Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 29 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

35%

7.4

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

6.8

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 73% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

8.5

Camera

14%

8.1

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

7.7

Software

5%

5.9

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 76%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (29)
19 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 60%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,070
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
8GB + 256GB4GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 19 · 10

Reviewers praise the excellent display and strong performance, but dislike the unstable stand and heat and fan noise.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 58 owners sharing their experience in online comments

33%positive12%mixed55%negative

Owners praise the capable pen and fast performance, but short battery life, keyboard issues and overheating often frustrate daily use.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the battery drains quickly, even when the tablet is asleep. Some report it dropping to 5–10 percent overnight, and heavy use drains it fast.9
  • Owners report that some keys, such as Q, S, F, J, K and the left Shift key, stop registering.8
  • Owners say charging is slow and sometimes stops while the tablet is in use.5
  • Owners say the tablet gets warm during normal browsing and video, and the fan often runs and does not stop. Some use a USB fan to help cool it.4
  • Owners say right-click on the trackpad often fails or does not register. The pen button also cannot be set to act as a right-click.3
  • Owners say Samsung support is poor. Some were refused a repair or refund for defective units, and one was told it had no pickup service.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

8.5

Camera

14%

8.1

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

7.7

Software

5%

5.9

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

7.4
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
662 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 662 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 55.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Core i5-7200U
This tablet runs on Intel Core i5-7200U, which is more advanced than 74.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2160×1440
This tablet has a 2160×1440 screen, which is sharper than 67.5% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% 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 52% of tablets and equal to 3.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9, which is wider than 82.2% of tablets and equal to 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
5,070 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,070 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 69.2% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 45 W, which is faster than 83.8% of tablets and equal to 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
14 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
local video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
yes
This tablet includes NFC. 89.3% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% 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 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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 88.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-7200U vs 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
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    19 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-7200U vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i5-7200U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 2.29x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% 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
  • 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
  • 1.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2160×1440 vs 1920×1200).
    2,160×1,440 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C video-out adapter
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 46 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (355 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    355 nits vs 401 nits
  • 23.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,070 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,070 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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
  • 4.12x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,070 vs £260).
    £1,070 vs £260
  • 12.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.72 vs 7.6).
    6.72 vs 7.55
  • 9.3% lower sentiment score
    6.8 vs 7.5
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 46 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (355 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    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
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 23.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,070 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,070 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • 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. 53% 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
  • 91.3 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (291.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    291.3 mm vs 200 mm

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
06/06/2017
Lab test · Windows 10 hybrid
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a thin, long-lasting Windows hybrid with a bright screen, but 4GB of memory and no face or fingerprint login hold it back.
6.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/06/2017
Review · LTE Windows tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a slim, long-lasting Windows tablet with a sharp screen and LTE, but 4GB of memory and no fingerprint or face login hold it back.
8.4
gadgetguy.com.au
✓ explicit
22/11/2017
Review · Windows travel tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 suits travel, with a superb screen and a usable keyboard, but its finicky stand and short real battery life limit it.
8.3
cnet.com
✓ explicit
23/05/2017
Review · Surface Pro rival
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 offers a superb screen, long battery life and a bundled keyboard and stylus, but its floppy stand falls short of the Surface's.
8.0
itwire.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2017
Travel review · Windows 10 tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a good travel companion with a superb screen and usable keyboard, but it is not a desktop replacement.
7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
14/11/2018
Benchmarks · Detachable 2-in-1
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book is a detachable 12-inch notebook with a bright, vivid screen, but its battery runs short, so it suits people already in Samsung's ecosystem.
6.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
25/05/2017
Week-long daily test · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book is a sharp-screened Windows tablet that handles office work well, but it is awkward on your lap and short on battery.
8.5
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
21/08/2017
Lab test · Windows convertible
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 handles office work and browsing quickly, but it runs warm under load and plays only older, undemanding games.
8.2
connect.de
✓ explicit
13/10/2017
Test · LTE 2-in-1 tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a powerful 2-in-1 with a bright OLED screen and built-in mobile data, but it runs warm and its battery life is under five hours.
7.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
30/06/2017
Test · Windows convertible
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a fast, well-equipped Windows convertible with a precise touchscreen and long battery life, but few ports and weaker color accuracy hold it back.
8.3
computerwoche.de
✓ explicit
05/07/2017
Test report · 2-in-1 tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 suits people who mostly use it as a tablet, with a vivid screen and bundled pen, though it cannot run current games.
8.8
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
04/07/2017
Review · Tablet-laptop hybrid
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a strong tablet-laptop hybrid with a vivid AMOLED screen and laptop-level speed, but its keyboard and pen trail some rivals.
6.0
01net.com
✓ explicit
16/08/2017
Hands-on test · Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a quiet, long-lasting hybrid with a bright AMOLED screen, but its fixed-angle keyboard cover and 4GB of memory hold it back.
9.0
paradoxetemporel.fr
≈ estimated
28/07/2017
Hands-on test · Thin Windows tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 suits note-taking, drawing and video, with an excellent screen, but its 4GB of memory and limited storage feel tight.
8.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Review · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a capable 2-in-1 with a fast Core i5 and a superb screen, though 4GB of memory and a short battery limit it.
7.0
computerhoy.20minutos.es
≈ estimated
27/08/2017
Review · Ultralight convertible
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a work-focused 2-in-1 with an excellent OLED screen and a strong keyboard, but over 700 grams tires your arms in the air.
8.0
andreagaleazzi.com
✓ explicit
31/10/2017
Hands-on test · Tablet and PC
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is more tablet than PC, with a bright screen and accurate pen, but its keyboard cover flexes and it is pricey.
8.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
14/07/2017
Full review · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a versatile Windows tablet with an AMOLED screen and solid performance, but it runs hot and its battery life is short.
8.5
notebookcheck.nl
✓ explicit
26/08/2017
Lab test · Screen and Wi-Fi
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 has a very high-contrast screen and fast Wi-Fi, but its 250 Hz flicker may bother sensitive eyes.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Stunning Super AMOLED display with excellent clarity, colors, and 4K HDR support
  • Includes both the S Pen stylus and a backlit folio keyboard cover in the box
  • Slim, lightweight, and highly portable design for a 12-inch device
  • Responsive and precise S Pen that does not require charging or Bluetooth pairing
  • Reliable 4G LTE connectivity for constant internet access on the go
  • Fast processing performance for multitasking and casual productivity tasks

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Actual battery life often falls short of manufacturer claims, typically lasting 3 to 6 hours under real-world use
  • Poor 'lapability' due to a wobbly, floppy keyboard case that requires a flat, sturdy surface
  • Limited memory and storage on base models, often featuring only 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD
  • Device tends to run hot during heavy use, causing the fan to run frequently or loudly
  • Limited port selection consisting only of two USB-C ports and a headphone jack
  • No integrated kickstand on the tablet itself, relying entirely on the folding keyboard cover for support

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 4G is a premium 2-in-1 Windows 10 tablet powered by a 7th Generation Intel Core i5-7200U processor (up to 3.1GHz) with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. Its standout feature is the 12-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen with a 2160 x 1440 resolution and HDR support, delivering exceptional color and clarity. Key advantages include its ultra-portable 7.4mm thin design, integrated 4G LTE connectivity for on-the-go productivity, and the inclusion of both a backlit detachable keyboard and an S Pen in the box. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of a built-in kickstand, the absence of biometric security like a fingerprint scanner or Windows Hello, and battery life that often falls short of the manufacturer's 10.5-hour claim during real-world multitasking.

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