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 Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large 16-inch display

efficient multitasking performance

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

reasonable price point

average battery life

modest graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.69 cm x 21.45 cm x 1.99 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Star black Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
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 Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, 81% screen-to-body ratio -
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 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 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter
Sound Speaker, array microphone Dual speakers
Audio Features Output: Audio by Dirac Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CBA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Computrace ready from BIOS System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix RoHS, REACH
Model Number EBI5X MB059W
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