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

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

robust build quality

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.69 cm x 21.45 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Star black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, 81% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Speaker, array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Audio by Dirac Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
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
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 Built-in 3 cooling fans, integrated dust filters, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EBI5X N4004W
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