Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 Review
Galaxy Book · 2025 · Released 2025-04-30 · Tested 2026-01-20 · Test Bench 1.2 · published
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
8.4/10
Overall · Test Bench 1.2
- Best for
- Business, media, travel
- Not ideal for
- Gaming and heavy export work
- Tested config
- Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 16GB, 512GB
- Current price
- $1,649
- MSRP
- $1,899
- Warranty
- 1-year limited
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BestLaptop.ca Test Team
Reviewed and tested in-house · Updated 2026-01-20 · Test Bench 1.2
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Quick Verdict
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a thin, light Windows laptop with one of the best AMOLED displays in its class and strong battery life. It is a great fit for media and travel, especially for Galaxy phone owners.
Pros
- Outstanding AMOLED display
- Very thin and light
- Strong battery life
- Good Galaxy ecosystem features
Cons
- Premium price for the specs
- Average speakers
- Soldered RAM
- Not for gaming
Score Breakdown
Each sub-score is weighted to produce the overall score. How scoring works.
Use-Case Scores
How this laptop performs for specific needs. Each score weights our test categories differently.
School8.6
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits school use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Business8.6
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits business use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Gaming4.2
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits gaming use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Multimedia8.8
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits multimedia use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Workstation6.8
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits workstation use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Programming8.0
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits programming use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Travel9.0
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits travel use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Battery8.8
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits battery use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Value7.4
Measures how well the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 suits value use, weighting the most relevant test categories. Methodology.
Design, Build & Portability
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 uses a aluminium chassis, weighs 1.23 kg, and measures 312 x 224 x 11.6 mm. It earned a build score of 8.4 and a portability score of 9.0 in our testing.
Travellers and Galaxy users who want a light AMOLED laptop.
Display
The 14-inch AMOLED panel runs at 2880 x 1800 (16:10) and 120Hz. We measured 502 nits of brightness, 100% sRGB and 100% DCI-P3 coverage, and a colour accuracy of Delta E 1.1.
It does not have a touchscreen. See full display measurements →
Keyboard, Touchpad, Webcam & Speakers
The keyboard scored 8.0 in our typing tests. The webcam, speakers, and microphone feed the multimedia score of 8.8, which matters most for video calls and media.
Ports & Connectivity
Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5mm audio. Wireless: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4. Connectivity earned a score of 8.0.
Performance, Gaming & Creative Work
With the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V and Intel Arc 140V (integrated), the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 scored 7.8 for performance. It posted a Geekbench multi-core score of 11,000, a Cinebench multi-core score of 11,200, and averaged 30 FPS across our 1080p gaming suite. Our 4K video export test finished in 8.2 minutes.
SSD read/write speeds measured 6,300 / 4,700 MB/s.
Battery Life & Charging
In our fixed-brightness tests, the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 lasted 15 hours of web browsing and 18.2 hours of video playback, earning a battery score of 8.8. It charged to 80% in about 56 minutes.
Thermals & Noise
Under sustained load we measured 38 dB of fan noise (22 dB at idle), a CPU temperature of 84°C, and a keyboard surface temperature of 40°C. Thermals and noise scored 8.2.
Software, Configuration & Upgradeability
It runs Windows 11. RAM (16GB LPDDR5x) is soldered and not upgradeable, so size up at purchase. Storage (512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD) is user-replaceable.
Canadian Pricing & Availability
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 carries an MSRP of $1,899 and currently sells for around $1,649 in Canada. It represents solid value at current pricing.
Compared to Similar Laptops
| Laptop | Overall | Battery (web) | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 | 8.4 | 15 h | 1.23 kg | $1,649 |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 | 8.4 | 11.8 h | 1.09 kg | $2,199 |
| Apple MacBook Air 15 (M4) | 8.5 | 18.4 h | 1.51 kg | $1,649 |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) | 8.1 | 8.6 h | 1.5 kg | $2,699 |
Final Verdict
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a thin, light Windows laptop with one of the best AMOLED displays in its class and strong battery life. It is a great fit for media and travel, especially for Galaxy phone owners.
Buy it if: Travellers and Galaxy users who want a light AMOLED laptop. Skip it if: Gamers and value-focused buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 worth it?
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a thin, light Windows laptop with one of the best AMOLED displays in its class and strong battery life. It is a great fit for media and travel, especially for Galaxy phone owners.
Who should buy the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14?
Travellers and Galaxy users who want a light AMOLED laptop.
What is the battery life of the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14?
In our web browsing test at a fixed brightness, it lasted 15 hours; video playback lasted 18.2 hours.
How much does the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 cost in Canada?
It currently starts around $1,649 in Canada, down from an MSRP of $1,899.
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