Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

16 inches | May 2024

Speed 5.5

Size 8.5

Display 7.5

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Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

15.6 inches | January 2024

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Size 8

Display 2.5

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Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31, two laptops from Samsung and Acer. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 was introduced to market in May 2024 and Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 was launched in January . As you can see, Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 is 54 years older than Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 . Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 Key Specs

Launched in May 2024
16.0" TouchScreen - OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno
16GB Ram
355.35 x 255.44 x 12.3 mm (13.99 x 10.06 x 0.48 inches)
Weight: 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 Key Specs

Launched in January 1970
15.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Processor N100
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
8GB Ram
362.9 x 239.6 x 18.9 mm (14.29 x 9.43 x 0.74 inches)
Weight: 1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 over Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Weight	1.55 kg vs 1.75 kg	0.2 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~81.8% vs ~77.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.4 mm vs 8.8 mm	3.4 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	212 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS vs 0.3 TFLOPS	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	Easy login with fingerprint
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 1.4	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 over Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
NVMe Type SSD	Yes vs No	Faster data transfers
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Key Travel	1.5 mm vs 1 mm	Better typing feel

Common Strengths of Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 and Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers

Common Weaknesses of Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 and Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and the Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
Surface Area	908 cm2 (140.7 inches2)	870 cm2 (134.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~81.8%	~77.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.4 mm	~8.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Blue	Silver

Comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and the Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 External Dimensions

Weight

Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 weighs 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs), whereas the Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 weighs 1.75 kg (3.86 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Thickness Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite	Intel Processor N100 Intel Processor N200 Intel Core i3 N305
Base Frequency	3.8 GHz	0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.3 GHz
Number of Cores	12	4 (0P + 4E)
Number of Threads	12	4
Integrated GPU	Adreno 750	Intel UHD Graphics (24EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	10 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1682	606
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14583	2214

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

Laptops with: Intel Processor N100

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Adreno 750	Intel UHD Graphics (24EU)
Base Clock Frequency	900 MHz	300 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		10 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS	0.3 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 has a FLOPS value of 3.80 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.3 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB	8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	4266 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Aspire Go 15 AG15-31's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge (16")	Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-31)
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (NPU - data limited)	Intel Processor N100
GPU	Adreno 750	Intel UHD Graphics (24EU)
Memory	16 GB	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	! Not Practical fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge (16")|Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-31)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	61.8 Wh	50 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	65 W

Moreover, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 boasts a larger battery capacity of 62 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Aspire Go 15 AG15-31's50 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and the Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	No	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	No	Yes
Memory Bus	Custom	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 has a smaller 15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Aspire Go 15 AG15-31's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 features a higher pixel density with 212 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Refresh Rate
The Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 have USB-A ports. Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 have USB Type-C ports. Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 nor Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 feature an HDMI port. Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Galaxy Book 4 Edge 16 and Aspire Go 15 AG15-31 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes