Samsung has officially introduced its new Galaxy Book6 lineup at CES 2026, bringing a fresh generation of Windows laptops powered by Intel’s latest Core Ultra Series 3 processors built on the cutting-edge Intel 18A (1.8 nm class) node. Thanks to the more efficient chips and a redesigned cooling system, these 2026 machines are built to run cooler and last longer on a single charge compared to their predecessors.
The Galaxy Book6 family comprises three models: the standard Galaxy Book6, the Galaxy Book6 Pro, and the top-tier Galaxy Book6 Ultra. The Ultra is available only with a 16‑inch display, while the Pro and the base model can be configured with either a 14‑inch or a 16‑inch screen.
Galaxy Book6 Ultra – performance flagship
Display:
The Galaxy Book6 Ultra is the series’s powerhouse, emphasising performance, display quality, and audio. It comes only in a 16‑inch size and features a Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen. This panel supports a variable refresh rate that can range from 30 Hz to 120 Hz, automatically adjusting based on whether you are browsing, watching videos, or gaming. Samsung has also protected the display with Gorilla Glass with DXC, which combines drop and scratch resistance with an anti-reflective coating. According to Samsung, surface reflections are reduced by up to seventy‑five per cent. The screen carries a True Bright 1300 certification and a True Black level of 0.0005 nits. Standard SDR content can reach up to 500 nits of brightness, while HDR content can peak at up to 1,000 nits.
Processor and Storage:
Inside, the Galaxy Book6 Ultra can be configured with Intel’s new Core Ultra X9, Core Ultra 9, Core Ultra X7, or Core Ultra 7 processors. These CPUs, part of the Intel Core Ultra 3 series built on the 18A node, offer up to sixteen cores split between performance and efficiency cores and promise up to sixty per cent higher CPU performance compared to the previous generation.
The chip also integrates an NPU rated at 50 TOPS, positioned to handle AI workloads locally on the device. Graphics can be handled either by Intel’s integrated Arc GPU, which Samsung says is up to seventy per cent faster than before, or by dedicated Nvidia graphics. Buyers can choose a GeForce RTX 5060 or RTX 5070, each equipped with 8 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Memory and storage options on the Ultra vary depending on whether you go with integrated or dedicated graphics. The variant with only the Intel Arc integrated GPU comes with 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Configurations that include an Nvidia GPU can be ordered with 16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. PCIe SSDs come in 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB capacities, and there is also an empty expansion slot if you want to add more storage later.
Battery:
Battery life is another strong point. The Galaxy Book6 Ultra is rated for up to 30 hours of video playback on a single charge, about 5 hours more than the previous generation. It houses an 80.20 Wh battery and supports fast charging. Models with integrated graphics charge at up to 100 W, while variants with Nvidia GPUs can take advantage of up to 140 W charging over USB‑C, letting you top up the battery much more quickly.
Despite the power, Samsung has kept the chassis relatively slim for a performance laptop. The Galaxy Book6 Ultra measures 15.4 mm in thickness and weighs 1.79 kg for the integrated GPU version. Opting for the Nvidia GPU slightly increases the weight to 1.89 kg.
The cooling system on the Ultra has been completely reworked. Samsung uses a large vapour chamber coupled with fins to improve heat dissipation. Compared to the previous Galaxy Book generation, this new arrangement boosts cooling efficiency by about thirty‑five per cent. A redesigned fan with a larger inlet grille helps pull in more air, reducing both temperatures and fan noise under load.
Connectivity:
Audio is another area where the Galaxy Book6 Ultra tries to stand out. It uses a six‑speaker setup with two up‑firing tweeters and four force‑cancelling woofers. The woofers are mounted back‑to‑back in pairs to counteract vibrations and reduce distortion, improving clarity and impact. Dolby Atmos support is present for more immersive sound in movies and games.
In terms of connectivity, the Galaxy Book6 Ultra offers two Thunderbolt 4 ports, a USB‑A port, an HDMI 2.1 output capable of up to 8K at 60 fps or 5K at 120 fps, a combined headphone and microphone jack, and a full‑size SD card reader. Wireless connectivity includes Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be 2×2) and Bluetooth 5.4.
Galaxy Book6 Pro – slim and premium
The Galaxy Book6 Pro sits just below the Ultra and aims to balance portability with high‑end features. It is available in both 14‑inch and 16‑inch versions, and like the Ultra, it uses Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreens. This supports the same adaptive refresh rate between 30 Hz and 120 Hz, allowing the laptop to optimise smoothness and battery life depending on what you are doing.
Processor and Storage:
The Book6 Pro is also powered by Intel’s latest chips based on the 18A process, though the exact CPU options differ slightly from the Ultra. It can be configured with Intel Core Ultra X7, Core Ultra 7, or Core Ultra 5 processors. These CPUs are paired with 16 GB or 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, providing ample performance for productivity, media work, and multitasking.
Storage on the Pro comes via PCIe SSDs in 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB capacities. The 16‑inch model includes an empty expansion slot, allowing users to add another drive if they need more space down the line. The 14‑inch model concentrates everything into the main slot for a slimmer design.
Battery
Like the Ultra, the Galaxy Book6 Pro promises up to 30 hours of video playback, roughly 5 hours more than the previous generation of Galaxy Book laptops. Battery capacities differ depending on size. The 14‑inch version is equipped with a 67.18 Wh battery, while the 16‑inch model has a slightly larger 78.07 Wh unit. Both sizes support 65 W charging over USB‑C, so a single compact charger can top them up quickly and also charge phones or tablets that support USB‑C PD.
Portability is a headline feature for the Pro. The 14‑inch Galaxy Book6 Pro is especially thin and light, measuring just 11.6 mm thick and weighing 1.24 kg. The 16‑inch variant is still very slim at 11.9 mm and weighs 1.59 kg. Samsung also offers an optional touchscreen configuration that adds a bit of extra bulk: thickness rises to 16.8 mm and weight to 1.85 kg. This gives buyers the flexibility to prioritise either maximum portability or more touch‑focused interaction.
Cooling has been upgraded in the Book6 Pro as well, though the Ultra keeps the larger vapour chamber. The Pro’s thermal system still benefits from Samsung’s new design, which uses fins and an improved airflow path to keep the machine cooler and quieter than earlier models.
Audio:
The 16‑inch Galaxy Book6 Pro gets a more advanced sound system than the 14‑inch version. It uses a setup similar to the Ultra, with two up‑firing tweeters and a pair of woofers for richer, fuller audio and support for Dolby Atmos. The 14‑inch Pro makes do with a simpler two‑speaker system, more in line with its focus on being as light and portable as possible.
Connectivity:
Connectivity options on the Galaxy Book6 Pro mirror those of the Ultra. You get two Thunderbolt 4 ports for high‑speed data, displays, and charging, one USB‑A port for legacy devices, an HDMI 2.1 port that can handle up to 8K at 60 fps or 5K at 120 fps, a combined headphone and microphone jack, and a full‑size SD card slot for creators who frequently work with cameras or other media gear. Wireless connectivity is the same as on the Ultra, with Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be 2×2) and Bluetooth 5.4.
Galaxy Book6 – the more accessible option
The standard Galaxy Book6 rounds out the lineup as the more basic and affordable option. Unlike the Pro and Ultra, it uses an IPS LCD panel rather than an AMOLED panel. The display is available in 14‑inch and 16‑inch sizes and offers up to 350 nits of brightness. It does not get the advanced Dynamic AMOLED 2X features like ultra‑high contrast or the full adaptive 30–120 Hz refresh, but it should still be adequate for typical office, school, and general‑use scenarios.
Under the hood, the regular Galaxy Book6 uses slightly older Intel Core Ultra 7 or Core Ultra 5 processors, rather than the top‑tier 18A‑based chips used in the Pro and Ultra. These are still paired with modern LPDDR5X memory, with 16 GB and 32 GB configurations available. PCIe SSDs provide storage with 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB of capacity, and both the 14‑inch and 16‑inch models include expansion slots. The only catch is that the smaller 14‑inch version can accommodate only a compact 2230‑size SSD in its extra slot.
Battery capacity on the vanilla Galaxy Book6 is more modest than on the Pro and Ultra. It comes with a 61.20 Wh battery that supports 45 W charging. This is still enough for typical day‑to‑day work, but it does not match the extended video playback figures that Samsung advertises for the higher‑end models.
The standard Galaxy Book6’s chassis is still relatively slim and light, though not as aggressively thin as the Pro’s. The 14‑inch model measures 14.9 mm in thickness and weighs 1.48 kg. At the same time, the 16‑inch version has the same thickness at 14.9 mm but a higher weight of 1.75 kg. Samsung also offers an optional touchscreen configuration that increases the thickness to 16.8 mm and raises the weight to 1.85 kg.
Connectivity:
It provides two USB‑C ports and two USB‑A ports, as well as an HDMI output and a combined headphone and microphone jack. Unlike the Pro and Ultra, it also includes a built‑in Ethernet port. For storage expansion and media transfers, there is a microSD card slot instead of the full‑size SD reader found on the higher‑end models. Wireless connectivity is handled by Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2) and Bluetooth 5.4.
Cooling system:
One of the common threads across the Galaxy Book6 Pro and Galaxy Book6 Ultra is Samsung’s focus on cooling and efficiency. Both models use new vapour-chamber designs with fin stacks. They are claimed to make cooling around 35 per cent more effective than in the previous Galaxy Book generation. The redesigned fan and enlarged intake grills help move more air through the system while keeping noise down. This should be particularly noticeable when the laptops are pushed during heavy workloads.
The battery life improvements across the Pro and Ultra are another central selling point. Samsung claims these laptops can handle up to 30 hours of video playback. This is roughly 5 hours more than last year’s models. Combined with faster charging on the Ultra and reasonably quick 65W charging on the Pro models.
Availablity:
Samsung plans to release the Galaxy Book6 family in select markets later this month. Exact pricing for each configuration will be announced closer to launch, and availability may vary by region.
