ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient thermal design

comprehensive connectivity options

fast SSD storage

backlit keyboard feature

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

vivid oled display

fast ssd storage

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

standard design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.56 cm x 1.92 cm 31.71 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Aluminum
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, Tru2Life, IPS-level Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
VGA
LAN
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, wired mouse, Carry bag
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EB1035R LY134W
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