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Galaxy Book6 (14-inch, Core Ultra 5 325)
Released April 2026.7Press article9to5google.com/2026/04/15/samsung-galaxy-book-6-pricesRead 15 October 2026Published 15 April 2026. The base Galaxy Book 6 in 14 and 16 inch with Core Ultra 5 325 or Core Ultra 7 355 went on sale in the US that day. The Pro and Ultra went on sale in March 2026. Last checked 15 October 2026.
- Screen size
- 14in
- Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 5 325
- GPU
- Intel Graphics
- Weight (published)
- 1.43kg
67 of 179 fields known.
At a glance
Ports
- Ethernet (RJ45)
- HDMI
- 2 USB-C
- 2 USB-A USB 3.2
- microSD card
- 3.5 mm audio
General
- GTIN / EAN
- Not available
- Announced
- Not available
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- Not available
Chassis
Front and side, drawn to scale.
- Dimensions
- Width313.4Depth221.1Thickness (max)14.9mm(12.3 × 8.7 × 0.6 in)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026313.4 x 221.1 x 14.9 mm.
- Weight (published)
- 1.43kg(3.2 lb)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 20261.43 kg. The Samsung FAQ states 1.43 kg and 14.9 mm for the 14-inch model. Kelaptop lists 1.48 kg and the maker figure is used.
- Lid material
- Not available
- Bottom material
- Not available
- Max hinge angle
- Not available
- MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
- Not available
Display
- Screen size
- 14in(35.6 cm)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 2026
- Native resolution
- 1920 × 1200px2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026
- Pixel density
- 161.7ppi
- Backlight
- Not available
- Dimming zones
- Not available
- Panel part number
- Not available
- Stylus
- Not available
- Refresh rate modes
Width (px) Height (px) Maximum operating refresh (Hz) 1920 1200 60 - Max refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Adaptive sync
- Not available
- Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
- Not available
- Native panel colour depth
- Not available
- Brightness (SDR, claimed)
- 350nits2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Samsung says the display has 350 nits of brightness, without a qualifier such as peak or typical. The panel has no HDR claim.
- Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
- Not available
- Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)
- Not available
- Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
- Not available
- sRGB coverage (claimed)
- Not available
- DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
- Not available
- Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
- Not available
- HDR certification
- Not available
- Factory calibrated
- Not available
- Second display
- Not available
Processor
- Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 5 3251Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026
- Processor brand
- Intel5Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245720/intel-core-ultra-5-processor-325-12m-cache-up-to-4-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026
- Core configuration
Core type Count Base clock (GHz) Max clock (GHz) Performance 4 2.1 4.5 Low-power efficiency 4 1.6 3.4 - CPU cores
- 8
- Cores labelled performance
- 4
- Cores labelled efficiency
- 4
- Max boost clock
- 4.5GHz
- Sustained CPU power (configured)
- Not available
- Peak CPU power (configured)
- Not available
- Combined CPU and GPU power
- Not available
- NPU performance
- 47TOPS5Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245720/intel-core-ultra-5-processor-325-12m-cache-up-to-4-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026NPU peak 47 TOPS (INT8). Samsung's series page says 49 TOPS, which matches the Core Ultra 7 355. The exact 325 value is stored.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/samsung-galaxy-book6-np740vjgg-exp-np740vjg-ka2itRead 15 October 2026NPU performance up to 47 TOPS, which agrees with Intel.
Graphics
- GPU
- Not available
- GPU brand
- Not available
- VRAM
- Not available
- Max GPU power (TGP)
- Not available
- Dynamic Boost
- Not available
- GPU boost clock
- Not available
- GPU switching
- Not available
- Integrated GPU
- Intel Graphics1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026
Memory
- RAM speed
- Not available
- Memory channels
- Not available
- Memory slots
- Not available
- RAM slots
- Not available
- Free RAM slots
- Not available
Storage
- Installed storage
- 512GB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 2026
- Storage type
- NVMe SSD2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026NVMe SSD.
- Installed drive PCIe generation
- Not available
- Storage slots
Form factor Interface Count Occupied Not available PCIe NVMe 1 Yes M.2 2230 PCIe NVMe 1 No Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Number of storage slots: 2, the 2nd slot is M.2 2230. The 512 GB configuration has one SSD, so the second slot is free. The repair guide describes a second SSD as optional. The form factor of slot 1 is not stated.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026The SSD section removes a second SSD if the model has one, so the model has a second SSD connector.- M.2 slots
- Not available
- Free storage slots
- 1
- Maximum slot PCIe generation
- Not available
Ports
- Ports
Type Version Count Side Maximum data rate (Gbps) DP Alt Mode Maximum charging input (W) Ethernet (RJ45) Not available 1 Left 1 Not available Not available HDMI Not available 1 Left Not available Not available Not available USB-C Not available 2 Left Not available Yes 45 USB-A USB 3.2 2 Right Not available Not available Not available microSD card Not available 1 Right Not available Not available Not available 3.5 mm audio Not available 1 Right Not available Not available Not available Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 20262 USB Type-C, 2 USB 3.2, 1 HDMI, 1 RJ45 LAN (10/100/1000), MicroSD, one headphone out and mic-in combo jack. Sides are from the manual. Power required for charging is 40 W min and 45 W max.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Left view: wired LAN port, HDMI port and two USB Type-C ports. Right view: memory card slot, headset jack, two USB 3.2 ports and the security slot. The Thunderbolt 4 port is listed only for NP742BJG, so the NP740VJG ports are USB-C without Thunderbolt.- USB-C ports
- 2
- Thunderbolt
- Not available
- Highest HDMI version
- Not available
- Card reader
- Yes
- Ethernet speed
- 1Gbps
- Maximum USB-C charging input
- 45W
Wireless
- Wi-Fi bands
- 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026
- Wi-Fi module
- Not available
- Cellular
- Not available
Keyboard and touchpad
- Keyboard layouts
- Not available
- Key switches
- Not available
- Keyboard backlight
- Backlit, type not stated2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Pro keyboard, keyboard backlit: Yes. The backlight colour is not stated.
- Key travel
- Not available
- Pointing stick
- Not available
- Touchpad size
- Not available
- Touchpad mechanism
- Not available
Camera and audio
- IR face login
- Not available
- Webcam privacy
- Not available
- Built-in speaker drivers
- 22Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Stereo speakers.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Parts list has Speaker L and Speaker R, so two speakers.
- Total speaker power
- Not available
- Audio features
- Dolby Atmos2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Dolby Atmos.
- Microphones
- 22Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Dual array digital mic.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/samsung-galaxy-book6-np740vjgg-exp-np740vjg-ka2itRead 15 October 2026Number of microphones: 2. Samsung names a dual array digital mic.
Battery and power
- Claimed battery life
- Not available
- Adapter rated output
- 45W2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 202645 W USB Type-C adapter with USB PD.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Product specifications page 83: PC rating 20 VDC, 2.25 A (45 W).
- Laptop charging connector
- USB-C2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026USB Type-C adapter. The laptop end is a USB-C port.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Samsung-approved adapter connects to the USB Type-C port.
- Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)
- Not available
Cooling
- Vapor chamber
- Not available
- Liquid metal
- Not available
- Power modes
- Not available
Security
- Fingerprint
- Power button2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Fingerprint reader: Yes. The manual puts the sensor in the power button.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Power button and fingerprint recognition sensor are one part.
- TPM
- 2.02Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Samsung lists TPM: Yes. The version 2.0 comes from the Kelaptop data sheet.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/samsung-galaxy-book6-np740vjgg-exp-np740vjg-ka2itRead 15 October 2026TPM version 2.0.
- Remote management
- Not available
- Security lock slot
- Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/hk_en/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-14-inch-u5-ultra-5-16gb-512gb-np740vjg-kb1hkRead 15 October 2026Security slot: Yes. The manual shows a security slot on the right side.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Security slot on the right side for an optional lock and cable.
Software
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Home1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 2026
- Security updates until
- Not available
Measured display
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- Brightness (measured, centre)
- Not available
- Brightness (measured, average)
- Not available
- Contrast ratio (measured)
- Not available
- HDR peak brightness (measured)
- Not available
- sRGB coverage (measured)
- Not available
- DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
- Not available
- Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
- Not available
- PWM flicker found
- Not available
- PWM frequency (measured)
- Not available
- PWM at or below brightness
- Not available
- Response black to white (measured)
- Not available
- Response grey to grey (measured)
- Not available
Measured performance
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- Cinebench 2024 single-core
- Not available
- Cinebench 2024 multi-core
- Not available
- Geekbench 6 single-core
- Not available
- Geekbench 6 multi-core
- Not available
- 3DMark Time Spy graphics
- Not available
- 3DMark Steel Nomad
- Not available
- SSD sequential read (measured)
- Not available
- Game frame rates
- Not available
Measured noise and temperature
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- Fan noise per mode
- Not available
- Max fan noise
- Not available
- Fan noise while gaming
- Not available
- Top surface under load
- Not available
- Bottom surface under load
- Not available
- Palm rest under load
- Not available
- CPU temperature in stress test
- Not available
- CPU clock in stress test
- Not available
- GPU temperature while gaming
- Not available
Measured battery and power
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- Battery runtime per test
- Not available
- Wi-Fi browsing runtime
- Not available
- Video runtime
- Not available
- Full charge time (measured)
- Not available
- Power draw idle
- Not available
- Power draw gaming
- Not available
- Power draw max
- Not available
- Sustained CPU power (measured)
- Not available
- GPU power while gaming (measured)
- Not available
- Weight (measured)
- Not available
Certifications
- Intel Evo
- Not available
- Colour certifications
- Not available
- EPEAT
- Not available
- Other certifications
- Not available
In the box
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- In the box
- Not available
- Power adapter included
- Not available
Warranty
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- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- Not available
- Warranty service
- Not available
Links
- Product page
- www.samsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1us1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/computers/galaxy-book/galaxy-book6-series/buy/galaxy-book6-16-intel-core-ultra-5-512gb-gray-sku-np740vjg-ka1usRead 15 October 2026
- Spec sheet
- Not available
- Manual
- org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Samsung user manual, Windows 11, English Rev 1.1 (May 2026). It covers NP740VJG and other 74x and 76x models.
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
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- Maker spec sheet (PDF)org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx
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