ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking capabilities

comprehensive connectivity options

anti-glare display technology

lightweight, portable design

mediocre battery life

standard 250-nit brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest storage capacity

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.69 cm x 21.45 cm x 1.99 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Star black Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, 81% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Output: Audio by Dirac -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 1.4
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Computrace ready from BIOS -
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number EBI5X TCO
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