Samsung raises Galaxy Book6 Pro prices in South Korea ahead of January launch

Samsung has published official pricing for the Galaxy Book6 Pro in South Korea, revealing a noticeable increase compared with earlier Pro models. The figures, listed on the company’s Korean website, suggest a significant shift in the positioning of its premium Windows laptops as the new generation approaches release.

The pricing applies to two screen sizes and is set to open for sale later this month. While Samsung has yet to confirm details for other markets, the Korean listings offer the first clear indication of how the Galaxy Book6 Pro range will be priced and configured.

Higher launch prices reset expectations

According to Samsung’s Korean launch page, the 14-inch Galaxy Book6 Pro is priced at 3,410,000 KRW, while the 16-inch model is listed at 3,510,000 KRW. These prices represent an increase of roughly 20% compared with the launch pricing of the previous Galaxy Book Pro generation.

The rise is notable because Samsung’s Pro-branded laptops have traditionally aimed to balance premium features with pricing that remained competitive against rival Windows ultrabooks. A jump of this size can change how the new models are perceived, especially by buyers who closely follow year-on-year upgrades.

Samsung has also confirmed that sales in South Korea will begin on 27 January. This suggests the pricing is final rather than a placeholder, giving potential buyers little time to adjust expectations before orders open. With real configurations already visible, consumers can see exactly what hardware is attached to the higher price tags.

Premium specifications dominate early listings

The initial Galaxy Book6 Pro configurations shown by Samsung indicate a strong focus on high-end specifications. Both the 14-inch and 16-inch models are listed with 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 1TB NVMe solid-state drive as standard.

They are also powered by Intel’s Core Ultra X7 processor from the Series 3 lineup, paired with Intel Arc graphics. This combination places the Galaxy Book6 Pro firmly in the premium Windows laptop category, aimed at users who need strong performance for productivity and creative workloads.

Importantly, there is no sign of a lower-spec entry model at launch. Samsung has not listed versions with reduced memory or storage that could offer a more accessible price point. As a result, the headline pricing already reflects top-tier components, which helps explain the higher cost but may limit the appeal for more price-sensitive buyers.

The specifications are also reported to align with Intel’s newer Panther Lake platform, which is expected to bring efficiency and performance improvements. However, Samsung’s materials do not clearly state whether alternative configurations based on the same platform will follow later.

Impact on buyers and unanswered questions

A price increase of around 20% has practical consequences for consumers. At more than 3.4 million KRW, the Galaxy Book6 Pro now sits in a bracket where buyers may begin to compare it more closely with discounted previous-generation Pro models, other Galaxy Book variants, or competing premium laptops from brands such as Dell, HP and Lenovo.

For customers who previously stretched their budgets to afford a Pro model, the new pricing could push them to reconsider. Some may opt for last-generation devices if prices fall after the latest launch, while others may consider non-Pro models that offer sufficient performance at a lower cost.

Samsung has not yet confirmed whether more affordable Galaxy Book6 Pro trims will be introduced after the initial launch. The absence of this information leaves a key question unanswered for shoppers who do not need 32GB of memory or 1TB of storage.

Outside South Korea, pricing remains unknown. Samsung has not announced figures for the US, Europe or other regions, and it is unclear whether the Korean pricing strategy will be mirrored elsewhere. Industry observers note that regional pricing often varies due to taxes, exchange rates and market conditions.

For now, the Korean listings serve as an early benchmark rather than a global rule. Buyers in other markets may choose to wait for local announcements before making decisions, particularly as older Galaxy Book Pro models are likely to see price reductions once the new range becomes available.