MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | MacBook Pro 13 (M1) | Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 multi-core | 8,400 | 8,900 | -5.6% |
| Processor | Apple M1 | Intel Core i7-1260P | — |
| Graphics | Integrated 8-Core GPU | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | — |
| Display | 13.3" 2560x1600 | 15.6" 1920x1080 | — |
| Battery life (h) | 17 | 12 | +41.7% |
| Weight (kg) | 1.40 | 1.11 | +26.1% |
| RAM / storage (base) | 8GB / 256GB | 16GB / 512GB | — |
| Max configuration | 16GB / 2048GB | 16GB / 512GB | — |
| Operating system | macOS | Windows 11 Home | — |
| Price (USD) | $1,299–$2,299 | $1,349 | -3.7% |
- Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is about 6% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 12h).
- Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is the more portable at 1.11 kg.
Verdict: MacBook Pro 13 (M1) or Galaxy Book2 Pro?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) advantages
- Battery life (+29%)
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro advantages
- Multi-core performance (+6%)
- Portability (+21%)
- Base memory (+50%)
- Screen size (+15%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) if long unplugged battery life is essential.
- Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming.
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro: which should you choose?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) — Apple ultrabook/creator laptop (2020) with the Apple M1 and Integrated 8-Core GPU, 8GB RAM, a 13.3-inch 2560x1600 display, 1.4 kg and about 17 h battery; from $1,299.
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro — Samsung mainstream laptop (2022) with the Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 16GB RAM, a 15.6-inch 1920x1080 display, 1.11 kg and about 12 h battery; from $1,349.
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro: Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is the faster laptop. Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is about 6% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 12h). Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is the more portable at 1.11 kg.
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is the faster machine in Geekbench 6 multi-core (8,900 vs 8,400), pairing the Intel Core i7-1260P with Intel Iris Xe Graphics. That gap matters most for video editing, compiling, 3D and gaming; for browsing and office work both feel quick. Note these serve different roles — a ultrabook/creator versus a mainstream machine — so raw speed is only part of the story.
Portability and battery
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is easier to carry at 1.11 kg (vs 1.40 kg), and the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer unplugged (about 17 h vs 12 h). For commuters and travellers these often matter more day-to-day than peak performance.
Configuration and value
Base configurations are 8 GB / 256 GB and 16 GB / 512 GB, with higher-spec variants available. RAM, storage and display upgrades change both price and experience — compare like-for-like configurations and check current street pricing before buying.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the laptop comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) better than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro?
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro takes the overall edge, though MacBook Pro 13 (M1) wins in specific areas worth weighing. Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is about 6% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 12h).
What is the main difference between the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro?
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is about 6% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 12h). Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro is the more portable at 1.11 kg.
Which is better value?
Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) if long unplugged battery life is essential. Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming.
Methodology
Laptops are compared on Geekbench 6 multi-core scores, processor and graphics hardware, display size and resolution, rated battery life, weight, RAM and storage across launch configurations, and list pricing (USD). Where a model spans several generations, the newest generation is shown. Battery figures are manufacturer or reviewer ratings under mixed use — sustained performance also depends on cooling, which benchmarks only partly capture.