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Samsung Galaxy Book SM-W720N review

Samsung Galaxy Book SM-W720N. Display diagonal: 30.5 cm (12"), Display resolution: 2160 x 1440 pixels, Display technology: Super AMOLED. Internal storage capacity: 256 GB. Processor frequency: 2.5 GHz, Processor family: Intel® Core™ i5, Processor model: i5-7200U. Internal memory: 4 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 13 MP, Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP. Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). Card reader integrated. Weight: 754 g. Operating system installed: Windows 10 Home. Product colour: Black, Silver

Streamlined for mobility


Manage your workflow effectively, wherever inspiration strikes. Weighing in at 754g, the Galaxy Book is the ideal device to stay productive on the move.

More ways to do more


The Samsung Galaxy Book is the ultimate tool to take you from work to leisure. Use the Galaxy Book as a powerful tablet, with the S Pen to make note taking and marking documents easier.
Switch seamlessly from touch to type with the included keyboard that connects on contact. The keyboard cover also allows for multiple view angles to make typing, drawing and note taking a breeze. Both the S Pen and keyboard are included with your Galaxy Book and never need charging.

Intense, vivid colours


Experience your favourite content in stunning detail with bright vivid colours on the FHD+ Super AMOLED display – that’s HDR ready. So you can create your own masterpieces or watch your favourite shows in true-to-life colour.

Fine tuned for success


Whether you’re working on a project or taking down notes, the Galaxy Book’s included S Pen features an ultra-precise 0.7mm tip. You can create with accuracy and precision plus the S Pen is battery free so you can work on the go with no worries.

Built for performance


Have your workflow running smoothly and efficiently without interruption. Engineered with the 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor and backlit island type Keyboard the Galaxy Book has all the performance you need to keep you multitasking on the move.

Charge fast, play longer


With up to 11 hours usage on one full charge, the Galaxy book is the ultimate tool for busy people. And if the battery runs out, you’ll have a full charge in less than 3 hours with Adaptive Fast Charge.

Let your ideas flow


Work seamlessly between your compatible Samsung smartphone and Galaxy Book. Start working on your compatible Samsung smartphone and pick right up from the same point on your Galaxy Book.
Securely access your Galaxy Book using the fingerprint scanner on your compatible Samsung smartphone. Plus you can forward calls, receive and respond to notifications (native and third party apps) and transfer files between your devices.

USB Type C


With the Galaxy Book, you can enjoy easy and fast data transfer of videos, important documents and more. It supports USB Type-C which can be inserted into the device in either direction to charge or connect.

Network Connectivity


Stay connected when you need it most with Cat.6 LTE on the Galaxy Book. Capable of download speeds of up to 300Mbps, you can stream music, movies or take part in a video conference smoothly and quickly on the go.

Samsung Galaxy Book SM-W720N specs

Display

Display number of colours: 16.78 million colours
Native aspect ratio: 3:2
Pixel density: 216 ppi
Touchscreen type: Capacitive
Display technology: Super AMOLED
Display resolution: 2160 x 1440 pixels
Display diagonal: 30.5 cm (12")

Processor

Bus type: OPI
Configurable TDP-down frequency: 0.8 GHz
Conflict-Free processor: yes
Graphics & IMC lithography: 14 nm
Processor cores: 2
Processor boost frequency: 3.1 GHz
Processor frequency: 2.5 GHz
Processor model: i5-7200U
Processor family: Intel® Core™ i5
Processor generation: 7th gen Intel® Core™ i5
Processor manufacturer: Intel

Memory

Memory clock speed: 1866 MHz
Maximum internal memory: 32 GB
Internal memory type: LPDDR3-SDRAM
Internal memory: 4 GB

Storage

Storage media: SSD
Maximum memory card size: 256 GB
Compatible memory cards: MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card reader integrated: yes
Internal storage capacity: 256 GB

Graphics

Graphics adapter: HD Graphics 620
Graphics adapter family: Intel

Audio

Number of built-in speakers: 2

Camera

Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP
Front camera: yes
Video capturing speed: 30 fps
Maximum video resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
Video recording: yes
Rear camera flash: no
Auto focus: yes
Digital zoom: 4x
Rear camera resolution: 4096 x 3072 pixels
Rear camera resolution (numeric): 13 MP
Rear camera type: Single camera

Network

Near Field Communication (NFC): yes
Wi-Fi Direct: yes
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version: 4.1
Bluetooth: yes

Ports & interfaces

DC-in jack: yes
Combo headphone/mic port: yes
Headphone connectivity: 3.5 mm
Headphone out: yes
Microphone in: yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity: 2

Design

Certification: CE
Device type: Full-size tablet
Product colour: Black, Silver
Form factor: Slate

Performance

Proximity sensor: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Accelerometer: yes
GPS (satellite): yes
Assisted GPS (A-GPS): yes
GLONASS: yes
Position location: yes

Software

Operating system installed: Windows 10 Home
Platform: Windows

Processor special features

Embedded options available: no
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology: yes
Execute Disable Bit: yes
Idle States: yes
Intel 64: yes
Intel Clear Video Technology: yes
Intel Enhanced Halt State: yes
Intel Flex Memory Access: yes
Intel Identity Protection Technology version: 1.00
Intel Secure Key Technology version: 1.00
Intel Smart Response Technology version: 1.00
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX): yes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP): no
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version: 0.00
Intel TSX-NI: no
Intel TSX-NI version: 0.00
Intel Trusted Execution Technology: no
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT): yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x): yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d): yes

Battery

Battery life (max): 11 h
Battery voltage: 7.7 V
Battery capacity (Watt-hours): 39.04 Wh
Battery capacity: 5070 mAh

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 754 g
Height: 261.3 mm
Depth: 7.4 mm
Width: 199.8 mm

Packaging content

Cables included: USB Type-C
AC adapter included: yes
Stylus pen: yes
Keyboard included: yes