Samsung Galaxy Book2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

sharp amoled display

fast charging support

robust connectivity options

competitive price point

average battery life

limited storage capacity

modest graphics performance

no sd card slot

AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

strong gaming performance

mechanical keyboard feel

good thermal management

portable design

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book2 and AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
83 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book2 vs. AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Graphite -
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Factory Calibration, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Auto framing -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Output 45 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C
2 x USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Live Message, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Security -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book2 AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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