ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking capabilities

comprehensive connectivity options

lightweight and portable design

reasonable price point

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

efficient AMD processor

good battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.56 cm x 1.92 cm 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.46 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Aluminum
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 36 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
VGA
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL (21A2)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EK0583R -
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