Tablet computer Samsung Galaxy Book2 on Windows - advantages and disadvantages

In 2017, Samsung launched the popular Galaxy Book models with Super AMOLED displays, Intel's Core m3 or Core i5-7200U chips running Windows 10.

This year, the company announced the compact Samsung Galaxy Book2 on Windows, the advantages and disadvantages of which are discussed in this article. If we compare the novelty with its predecessor, then it has a lot of changes, only the concept has been preserved.

Only now here, instead of the CPU from Intel, the 850 processor from Snapdragon has come. For those who don't know, it's similar to the 845 Snapdragon, but slightly improved and aimed only at devices that belong to the Always Connected PC line.

Samsung Galaxy Book2 review on Windows

In the electronics market, something incomprehensible has recently begun to happen.Either firms are actively releasing laptops for gamers with powerful hardware, but not at an affordable price, or Samsung, for unknown reasons, decided to release a tablet PC as a hybrid.

The new model is called the Samsung Galaxy Book2, and experts are very skeptical that the product will be included in the rating of quality devices this year, and indeed will be sold in bulk. The fact is that with their own capabilities, the cost is too high. In addition, the device has some disadvantages.

Design and screen

Recently, Samsung has been trying to stand out, when it comes to the appearance of 2 in 1, the final decisions turned out to be rather mixed. Now the brand, most likely, took into account the wishes of users by making a redesign, due to which the novelty looks similar to other gadgets for Windows - and this is by no means a bad thing.

Instead of providing an ergonomic keyboard that plays the role of a stand, the new model is equipped with a special metal stand. In addition, there is a magnetic keyboard cover. Naturally, users can expect distinctive rounded edges, a fingerprint scanner, and an IR camera, which is essential for Windows Hello authentication.

And this does not at all make the novelty much more functional when compared with its predecessor, but it, of course, has become more ergonomic. By the way, the thickness of the new Tablet PC is 7.62 mm, and the weight is 839 grams.

Of course, some users will say that the direction of the brand in this part is not unique, but there is a possibility that this is just a kind of standard for hybrid tablets.All this is comparable to the fact that, in a similar way, phones have become almost similar to each other in just a couple of years.

It is worth noting that a high-quality assembly allows the novelty to function better as an independent device. And ergonomics, for its part, becomes comfortable if the user has to type a lot of text. It is worth noting that the model has a stylus, which is fixed on the magnetic components directly to the body of the gadget.

It is worth highlighting the fact that typing and general tracking have become noticeably improved when compared with its predecessor. Anyway, the button travel is quite deep, each of them responds well, and in general, the buttons are distributed in the best way.

The integrated touchpad's tracking is excellent, and there's support for multi-touch gestures, including the traditional index-finger control and thumb-click. In the reviews, buyers note that the trackpad is too tight.

One way or another, when the user sees a device with a screen diagonal of 12 inches and a performance of the Super AMOLED type, all that he will experience is complete delight. The fact is that the resolution of a small laptop is very clear and quite comparable to premium laptops, which is why it would be wise for the latter to take a closer look at it. In addition, color reproduction is not inferior in sharpness to the brand's mobile displays.

Filling

Inside the novelty, a good system is installed on the powerful 850 processor from Snapdragon, which was created for this segment of gadgets. It is about 30% more functional when compared with the 835 processor from the same Snapdragon, which was based on the previous generation ACPC.

Snapdragon 850 consists of eight cores, 4 of which have increased performance and a clock speed of 2.96 GHz. The other 4 guarantee to keep charging longer than all devices, operating at a frequency of 1.7 GHz.

In general, of course, the ARM chip will become significantly slower when compared to Intel processors, but in terms of charging stability, it still outperforms competitors. It is worth noting that the representatives of the brand guarantee that the laptop is equipped with a good battery and will work for about 20 hours, so it lasts for 2 full working days.

The following should be said about the interface: Windows 10 S is a lightweight modification of the usual "tens". It is allowed to install programs for professionals in various fields, but only from the Microsoft Store. But do not lose sight of the fact that after a while for a lightweight laptop there will be many patches that circumvent this requirement.

Camera and communication

The ultrabook is equipped with two camera modules: the resolution of the main one is 8 MP, and the front one is 5 MP.

Wireless communications, except for dual-band Wi-Fi, are guaranteed by an integrated gigabit LTE unit. The gadget functions, as mentioned above, on a Windows 10 system in S mode. The owners of the new product are given the opportunity to switch to the classic version of Windows, but the manufacturer does not recommend doing this. The fact is that after such a procedure, switching back to the S-modification will not work.

Specifications

Advantages and disadvantages

• Rugged housing;
• Stereo speakers with the best sound;
• Convenient keyboard;
• There are all necessary accessories;
• With powerful battery;
• Great screen.

• ARM - does not support all programs;
• Users speak negatively about the trackpad.

What is the price?

The average price is 65,000 rubles.

Conclusion

Becoming the "front line" of Windows 10 hybrid tablets by providing a look and feel is probably the smartest move that the Samsung brand has been able to make. It remains to be seen whether the company messed up when switching from Intel to Snapdragon.

All in all, this is an incredibly well thought out device that outperforms its rivals like never before in terms of practicality, autonomy and versatility. In any case, the fact that the brand has equipped the device with all the necessary accessories is worthy of respect and recognition from the fans.