Samsung Galaxy Book2 L vs. Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13: Full specs comparison

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 L and Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 specifications, including details on CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.

Samsung Galaxy Book2 L Pros

Reasons that Samsung Galaxy Book2 L is better than Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.

Upgradable memory

Samsung Galaxy Book2 L comes with two SODIMM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed. On the flip side, you can't upgrade RAM on the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 since it has onboard memory.

MemorySamsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Slots
x2
Onboard
TypeDDR4LPDDR5
17% larger display

Samsung Galaxy Book2 L has a 15.6-inch screen size 17% larger than the 13.3-inch Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.

Display size
Samsung Galaxy Book2 L
15.6-inch
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
13.3-inch

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 Pros

Reasons that Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 is better than Samsung Galaxy Book2 L.

Supports larger memory

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 supports a larger memory capacity than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 L. It supports up to 32GB versus 16GB of system memory on the Samsung Galaxy Book2 L.

Max system memory size
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
32 GB
Samsung Galaxy Book2 L
16 GB
Supports faster memory

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 supports a faster memory speed than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 L. It supports up to 5200MHz versus 3200MHz of system memory on the Samsung Galaxy Book2 L.

Memory type and speed
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 - LPDDR5
5,200 MHz
Samsung Galaxy Book2 L - DDR4
3,200 MHz
About 54% lighter

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 weighed 1.91 pounds, 54% lighter than the 4.14 pounds Samsung Galaxy Book2 L.

WeightSamsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Pound
4.14 lbs.
1.91 lbs.
Kilogram
1.88 kg
0.87 kg

Key Similars

Similar characteristics share between Samsung Galaxy Book2 L and Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.

Similar CPU performance

Both laptops has a similar multi-core CPU performance score.

Geekbench 5 multi-core score
Samsung Galaxy Book2 L - Intel Core i7-1270P
9,328
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 - Intel Core i7-1260P
9,170
Samsung Galaxy Book2 L - Intel Core i5-1240P
7,240
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 - Intel Core i5-1240P
7,240

Prices

Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.

Samsung Galaxy Book2 L Price
SAMSUNG 15.6” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i7 / 16GB / 512GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
SAMSUNG 15.6” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i7 / 16GB / 512GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
By SAMSUNG
$899.99
$1,449.99 38% OFF
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15 2-in-1 Laptop 15.6" FHD AMOLED Touchscreen Intel 12-Core i7-1260P 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Backlit Fingerprint Thunderbolt USB-C HDMI Pen Win11 Silver
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 15 2-in-1 Laptop 15.6" FHD AMOLED Touchscreen Intel 12-Core i7-1260P 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Backlit Fingerprint Thunderbolt USB-C HDMI Pen Win11 Silver
By Samsung
$949.00
$999.00 5% OFF
SAMSUNG 13.3” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i5 / 8GB / 256GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
SAMSUNG 13.3” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i5 / 8GB / 256GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
By SAMSUNG
$619.99
$685.00 9% OFF
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 Price
SAMSUNG Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” 256GB Laptop Computer w/ 8GB RAM, 12th Gen Intel Core i5 Evo Certified Processor, AMOLED Screen, Long Lasting Battery, Thin Design, 2022, US Version, Silver
SAMSUNG Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3” 256GB Laptop Computer w/ 8GB RAM, 12th Gen Intel Core i5 Evo Certified Processor, AMOLED Screen, Long Lasting Battery, Thin Design, 2022, US Version, Silver
By SAMSUNG
$799.99
$1,099.99 27% OFF
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13 2-in-1 Laptop 13.3" FHD AMOLED Touchscreen Intel 12-Core i7-1260P 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Backlit Fingerprint Thunderbolt USB-C FHD Camera S Pen Win11
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13 2-in-1 Laptop 13.3" FHD AMOLED Touchscreen Intel 12-Core i7-1260P 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Backlit Fingerprint Thunderbolt USB-C FHD Camera S Pen Win11
By Samsung
$949.00
$999.00 5% OFF
SAMSUNG 13.3” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i5 / 8GB / 256GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
SAMSUNG 13.3” Galaxy Book2 Pro Laptop Computer, i5 / 8GB / 256GB, 12th Gen Intel Core Processor, Evo Certified, Lightweight, 2022 Model, Graphite
By SAMSUNG
$619.99
$685.00 9% OFF

Availability

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Released20222022
Release Date
  • Announced at MWC 2022
  • Announced on February 28, 2022
  • Announced on February 28, 2022 (MWC 2022).
  • Available starting April 2022.
Applicable Models
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 (2022)
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 L
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 HDD
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3”
  • Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro (2022)
Generations-

Exterior

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Dimensions14.10" x 9.32" x 0.72" (358.16 x 236.85 x 18.5 mm)11.98" x 7.86" x 0.44" (304.4 x 199.8 x 11.2 mm)
Weight4.14 lbs. (1.88 kg)1.91 lbs. (0.87 kg)
Colors
Silver Graphite
Silver Graphite
Keyboard and Trackpad
  • Full size, backlit island type keyboard with Numpad
    Optional fingerprint sensor on Power key.
  • Precise Touchpad
    Microsoft Precision Touchpad support.
  • Full size, backlit island type keyboard
    Built-in fingerprint sensor on Power key.
  • Precise Touchpad
    Microsoft Precision Touchpad support.

Display

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Size15.6 Inches13.3 Inches
Info
  • Screen size: 15.6-inch
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Panel Type: TFT LCD
  • Screen size: 13.3-inch
  • Panel Type: AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Pixel Density: 165 PPI

Ports

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Left
  • 2 x USB-C
  • 1 x USB 2.0
  • 1 x RJ45
    Gigabit Ethernet port.
  • 1 x HDMI
Right
  • 1 x MicroSD card reader.
  • 1 x USB 3.2
  • 1 x Security slot
  • 1 x Headphone/Mic 
    3.5mm jack.
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 Ports
Image Source: Samsung
Left (3)
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 4
    40 Gpbs, USB 4.0 (40 Gbps), DisplayPort, Power Delivery
  • 1 x USB-C
  • 1 x HDMI
    v2.1
Right (3)
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 2.0 (480 Mbps)
  • 1 x microSD card slot
  • 1 x headphone jack
    Headphone/Microphone

Internal Specs

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Processor
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i3-1220P
    10 cores, 12 threads, 1.50 → 4.40 GHz, 12MB SmartCache, 28W
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1240P
    12 cores, 16 threads, 1.70 → 4.40 GHz, 12MB SmartCache, 28W
  3. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1270P
    12 cores, 16 threads, 2.20 → 4.80 GHz, 18MB SmartCache, 28W
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1240P
    12 cores, 16 threads, 1.70 → 4.40 GHz, 12MB SmartCache, 28W
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1260P
    12 cores, 16 threads, 2.10 → 4.70 GHz, 18MB SmartCache, 28W
Integrated Graphics
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i3-1220P
    Intel® UHD Graphics
    64 Execution Units, 400 → 1100 MHz
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1240P
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    80 Execution Units, 400 → 1300 MHz
  3. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1270P
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1400 MHz
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1240P
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    80 Execution Units, 400 → 1300 MHz
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1260P
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1400 MHz
Memory
4GB 8GB 16GB
3200 MHz DDR4.
2 x SODIMM slots.
8GB 16GB 32GB
5200 MHz LPDDR5
Onboard memory.
Storage
  • 256GB 512GB 1TB
    NVMe SSD
  • 500GB 1TB
    2.5" HDD.
256GB 512GB 1TB
NVMe SSD

Connectivity

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax 2X2)Wi-Fi 6E
802.11 ax 2X2.
BluetoothBluetooth® v5.1Bluetooth® v5.1

Battery

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Size43W63 Wh
Battery Life-Up to 21 hours of battery life
Power Supply45W USB-C Power Adapter65W USB-C Power Adapter

Software

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
OSWindows 11Windows 11
Built-in Apps
  • Link Sharing
  • Live Message
  • Live Wallpaper
  • McAfee Live Safe (60 days trial)
  • Samsung Gallery
  • Quick Search
  • Samsung DeX
  • Samsung Flow
  • Samsung Notes
  • Samsung Recovery
  • Samsung Settings
  • Studio Plus
  • Samsung Update
  • teamPL
  • Link Sharing
  • Live Message
  • Live Wallpaper
  • McAfee Live Safe (60 days trial)
  • Samsung Gallery
  • Quick Search
  • Samsung DeX
  • Samsung Flow
  • Samsung Notes
  • Samsung Recovery
  • Samsung Settings
  • Studio Plus
  • Samsung Update
  • teamPL

Camera & Audio

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
CameraHD front-facing cameraFHD 1080p front-facing camera
Audio
  • Dolby Atmos® Speakers
  • Dual Array Mic
  • Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos®.
  • Sound by AKG max at 4W (Smart AMP).
  • Dual Array Mic

Misc

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
Sensors-The fingerprint sensor on the power key.
Security
  • TPM
  • Security Lock slot
  • TPM.
  • Fingerprint Reader.
In the box
  • Galaxy Book2
  • USB-C Data Cable
  • Travel Adapter
  • Galaxy Book2 Pro 13.3-inch.
  • USB-C Data Cable.
  • Travel Adapter.
Warranty1-year limited warranty1-year limited warranty.

Key Features

Samsung Galaxy Book2 LSamsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13
At Glance
Released in Early
2022
16:9 FHD
15.6”
1080p 60Hz
Weight
4.14 lb
1.88 kg
Up to
Intel Core i7-1270P
12C/16T, 2.20 → 4.80 GHz
Geekbench 5
1,665
Single Core
Geekbench 5
9,328
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
96 Execution Units, 400 → 1400 MHz
Upgradable up to
16GB
3200 MHz DDR4
Released in Early
2022
16:9 FHD
13.3”
1080p 60Hz
Weight
1.91 lb
0.87 kg
Up to
Intel Core i7-1260P
12C/16T, 2.10 → 4.70 GHz
Geekbench 5
1,680
Single Core
Geekbench 5
9,170
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
96 Execution Units, 400 → 1400 MHz
Configurable up to
32GB
5200 MHz LPDDR5
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 13 Ports
Starting at
$1049.99
i5, 8GB, 256GB

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