Samsung officially launched the Galaxy Book 6 series in South Korea, following an initial announcement at CES 2026.
The lineup consists of three models: the Galaxy Book 6, Galaxy Book 6 Pro, and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra. These are the first Samsung laptops to feature 18A (1.8nm) chips and Intel Core Ultra Processor Series 3 processors (formerly Panther Lake).
Sales in South Korea begin January 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM KST. A spring launch is planned for the US market.
Models and Pricing
Galaxy Book 6 Pro
Available in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes, in Gray and Silver.
- 14-inch model: KRW 3,410,000 (~$2,305 to ~$2,434)
- 16-inch model: KRW 3,410,000 to KRW 3,510,000 (~$2,353 to ~$2,420)
A comparison with the previous Galaxy Book 5 Pro shows a price increase of approximately US$477 for a comparable configuration.
Galaxy Book 6 Ultra
Available in a 16-inch size only, in Gray, with two GPU options:
- Nvidia RTX 5060 GPU: KRW 4,630,000 (~$3,129 to ~$3,204)
- Nvidia RTX 5070 GPU: KRW 4,930,000 (~$3,332 to ~$3,405)
Galaxy Book 6 Edge
A separate model listed by German retailer Cyberport (per WinFuture). This is a single 16-inch model powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite processor.
Specifications
Processors & Graphics
Model Processor Graphics Galaxy Book 6 Pro Intel Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) Intel Arc Graphics Galaxy Book 6 Ultra Intel Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) Intel Arc, or Nvidia RTX 5060 / RTX 5070 Galaxy Book 6 Edge Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite (18 cores, up to 4.7 GHz) IntegratedDisplay
Pro and Ultra models feature QD-OLED displays with 3K resolution (2,880 x 1,800), a variable 120Hz refresh rate, and peak HDR brightness of up to 1,000 nits. They are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass with anti-reflective coating.
The Galaxy Book 6 Edge features a 16-inch AMOLED display with the same resolution and refresh rate, but a peak brightness of 500 nits and a matte finish (no touch).
Battery & Weight
Model Battery Weight Galaxy Book 6 Pro (14-inch) 67.18 Wh Not specified Galaxy Book 6 Pro (16-inch) 78.97 Wh Not specified Galaxy Book 6 Ultra (16-inch) 80.2 Wh Not specified Galaxy Book 6 Edge (16-inch) 61.8 Wh (likely misprint) 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)The Galaxy Book 6 Edge is reported to be 12.3 mm thick.
Connectivity
- Pro & Ultra: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2 Type-A, 3.5mm audio jack.
- Edge: Two USB Type-C 4.0 ports, one USB 3.2 Type-A, microSD card slot.
Audio & Input
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra: Six-speaker system (four woofers, two tweeters)
- Galaxy Book 6 Pro (14-inch): Quad-speaker system (two tweeters, two woofers)
- All Pro and Ultra models feature centrally aligned large haptic trackpads, backlit keyboards, a 2MP webcam, and a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button.
Cooling
Both the Pro and Ultra models feature a redesigned cooling system with a new fan design and an improved vapor chamber.
Promotional Offers (South Korea)
From January 27 to March 31, 2026, customers in South Korea receive:
- A limited-edition laptop bag (collaboration with British brand Hunter)
- A discounted Sweetch laptop backpack (KRW 59,000, or 70% off)
- A discounted Galaxy SmartTag 2
- A free three-month subscription to Samsung Care Plus Notebook Damage plan
- Bundled software: Hancom Samsung Office Pack, one-year GoodNotes subscription, lifetime Noteshelf access, Intel’s software suite
- A $30 (USD equivalent) credit for those who reserved the Galaxy Book 6 series