ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

robust build quality

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard feel

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.56 cm x 1.92 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.46 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Aluminium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Black weave
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level Anti-glare, Factory Calibration, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel WM590
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 170 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y5)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Model Number EK0583R -
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