- Apple M5 (10 Core)
- Integrated
- 16 GB DDR5
- 1 TBSSD
- 15.3″ 60Hz
- 3.32 lbs
Samsung Book5 Pro vs Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US
Benchmark-weighted head-to-head · data updated 2026-08-19
Result: Dead Heat
Both land 5 weighted points — pick by priority.
Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V · Integrated (Intel iGPU)
Use-Case Scores
| Category | Book5 Pro | Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 3.3/10 | 3.5/10 |
| Productivity | 5.4/10 | 5.8/10 |
| Programming | 5.3/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Engineering / 3D | 4/10 | 4.4/10 |
| Student | 5.4/10 | 5.8/10 |
| Travel / Portability | 6.6/10 | 6.9/10 |
| AI Workloads | 3.5/10 | 4.1/10 |
| Value for Money | 4.5/10 | 5/10 |
Detailed Specification Comparison
| Spec | Book5 Pro | Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| PassMark Score | 19,902 | 19,135 |
| CPU Cores | 4P+4E | 4P+4E |
| GPU | Integrated (Intel iGPU) | Integrated (Intel iGPU) |
| G3DMark Score | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 32 GB DDR5 |
| RAM Upgradeable | No (soldered) | No (soldered) |
| Storage | 1 TBSSD | 1 TBSSD |
| Display | 16″ AMOLED | 16″ AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2880x1800 | 2880x1800 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Pixel Density | 212 PPI | 212 PPI |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.7 lbs |
| Thickness | 0.5″ | 0.5″ |
| Amazon Rating | 4.3 ★ (60) | 4.4 ★ (63) |
| Value Score | 4.5/10 | 5/10 |
CPU Comparison
The Samsung Book5 Pro's Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is ~4% faster in multi-threaded PassMark (19,902 vs 19,135). In practice the difference is marginal.
GPU & Gaming
Neither carries a dedicated GPU — both fine for esports at low settings, neither for modern AAA gaming.
Productivity & Battery
Office scores: 5.4/10 vs 5.8/10. Battery isn't in our dataset, but both share a similar power class, so expect comparable endurance.
Display
Book5 Pro: 16″ AMOLED 2880x1800 @ 120 Hz. Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US: 16″ AMOLED 2880x1800 @ 120 Hz. Panel quality is effectively even.
RAM, Storage & Upgradeability
Book5 Pro: 16 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 1 TBSSD. Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US: 32 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 1 TBSSD.
Build & Portability
3.7 lbs / 0.5″ vs 3.7 lbs / 0.5″. Effectively identical to carry. Travel scores: 6.6 vs 6.9.
Value
Value scores land 4.5/10 vs 5/10. The Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US extracts more performance per dollar.
Final Verdict
Both are equally strong — buy whichever fits your budget and brand preference.
Also Consider
Lenovo Gen 12 ThinkPad X1 21KC0046US
Professional · Traditional · 4.9 (13)
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155U
- Integrated
- 32 GB DDR5
- 1 TBSSD
- 14″ 60Hz
- 2.4 lbs

