Samsung Launches Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Ultra in South Korea, Featuring 18A Chips and RTX 5070
Samsung has officially launched its highly anticipated Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra laptops in South Korea. These cutting-edge devices, first unveiled at CES 2026, commenced sales on January 27, 2026, at 9 AM KST.
These new models mark a significant milestone as Samsung's first laptops to integrate advanced 18A (1.8nm) chips and come equipped with Intel Core Ultra Processor Series 3 chips, with configurations including up to NVIDIA RTX 5070 GPUs.
Introduction to the Galaxy Book 6 Series
The Galaxy Book 6 series, which also includes the standard Galaxy Book 6, made its initial debut at CES 2026. This particular launch focuses on the premium Pro and Ultra models for the South Korean market. Samsung has announced plans for an anticipated US launch in the spring, with other global markets following in late January. All devices in the series run on Windows and are powered by x86 processors.
Models and Configurations
The Galaxy Book 6 Pro is offered in two display sizes: 14-inch and 16-inch. The more powerful Galaxy Book 6 Ultra is exclusively available in a 16-inch configuration. Both models come in appealing Gray and Silver color options, although specific configurations of the Ultra model are offered only in Gray.
GPU Options:
- Galaxy Book 6 Pro: Integrates Intel Arc Graphics.
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra: Features discrete NVIDIA RTX 5060 or RTX 5070 GPUs. The base Ultra model also includes integrated Intel Arc graphics.
Technical Specifications
Both the Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra boast stunning QD-OLED displays with a sharp 3K resolution (2,880 x 1,800 pixels). These displays deliver up to 1,000 nits of peak HDR brightness, offer a variable refresh rate of up to 120Hz, and are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass with DXC and an advanced anti-reflective coating.
Core Components:
- Processors: Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Processor Series 3 chips (codenamed Panther Lake).
- Memory & Storage: All models include a minimum of 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. High-end configurations, such as the 16-inch Galaxy Book 6 Pro (NT960XJG-KD72G), are equipped with 32GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB storage.
- Cooling System: A completely redesigned cooling solution features a new fan design and an improved vapor chamber for enhanced heat dissipation.
Audio Systems:
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra: Features an immersive six-speaker system, comprising four woofers and two tweeters.
- 14-inch Galaxy Book 6 Pro: Equipped with a quad-speaker system, including two tweeters and two woofers.
Connectivity and Other Features:
- Connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, and a 3.5mm headphone and microphone combo jack.
- Input: Users will appreciate the large, centrally aligned haptic trackpads and backlit keyboards.
- Biometrics: A convenient fingerprint reader is integrated into the power button for secure access.
- Camera: A 2MP webcam is included for video calls.
Battery Capacities:
- 14-inch Galaxy Book 6 Pro: 67.18Wh battery.
- 16-inch Galaxy Book 6 Pro: 78.97Wh battery.
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra: 80.2Wh battery.
Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra are readily available for purchase in South Korea through Samsung Stores, Samsung's official website, and a network of online and offline retail channels.
Pricing in South Korea (KRW and approximate USD conversions):
- Galaxy Book 6 Pro 14-inch:
- KRW 3,410,000 (approximately $2,305 - $2,353, depending on conversion rates).
- Galaxy Book 6 Pro 16-inch:
- KRW 3,510,000 (approximately $2,373 - $2,420, depending on conversion rates).
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra (NVIDIA RTX 5060):
- KRW 4,630,000 (approximately $3,129 - $3,201, depending on conversion rates).
- Galaxy Book 6 Ultra (NVIDIA RTX 5070):
- KRW 4,930,000 (approximately $3,332 - $3,402, depending on conversion rates).
Price Comparison:
A specific Galaxy Book 6 Pro model (NT960XJG-KD72G) featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor, 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 1TB storage is priced at â‚©3,510,000 (approximately US$2,381). This represents a notable increase compared to its previous generation counterpart, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro model (NT960XHA-KD72G), which launched with an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 2 processor, 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 1TB storage at â‚©2,808,000 (approximately US$1,904). This translates to a price difference of â‚©702,000 (approximately US$477).
Promotional Offers
Customers purchasing a Galaxy Book 6 series laptop between January 27 and March 31 are eligible for an array of enticing benefits:
- A limited-edition laptop bag, a unique collaboration with the British brand Hunter.
- A significant 70% discount on a Sweetch laptop backpack, priced at KRW 59,000.
- A discounted Galaxy SmartTag 2.
- A three-month free subscription to the Samsung Care Plus Notebook Damage plan.
- A bundle of valuable software, including Hancom Samsung Office Pack, a one-year GoodNotes subscription, lifetime Noteshelf access, and Intel’s software suite.
- An additional $30 credit was offered for customers who made reservations.