Samsung returns to the laptop market with a whole catalog of new models. The Galaxy Book2 15 is the most affordable of this new range and features a 12th generation Intel Core processor and a 15.6-inch PLS panel, all in a chassis equipped with good connectivity.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 15 displays extensive connectivity and great performance. Unfortunately, they are achieved at the cost of a barely satisfactory autonomy, far from that of the Pro version of the laptop. The lack of backlighting and fingerprint reader are also a bit stingy, especially when your name is Samsung and you sell smartphones almost all equipped with this accessory.
Points forts
- Connectors provided.
- Discreet ventilation.
- Compact charger.
- Emplacement M.2 libre.
Weak points
- Autonomy.
- Non-backlit keyboard.
- No biometrics.
NB: The reported price drop is calculated by comparing the lowest price of the day with the average of the lowest prices charged by all merchants for the product last month, with security rules to exclude prices from shops whose the VAT policy is not clear (known as “grey” shops, typically in the case of imports from China).
An alternative
By taking the MagicBook Pro on its own, Huawei has corrected its main defect (the keyboard) and retained its main strong point (its screen). However, we would have liked a slightly newer processor, such as an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H with Zen 3 architecture. To make a perfect copy, Huawei would have been well advised to offer better speakers and a larger capacity battery – l Autonomy is on the other hand correct. We will finally settle for a free M.2 slot instead.