ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

comfortable backlit keyboard

fast charging support

average display quality

modest graphics capabilities

heavier than competitors

limited aesthetic appeal

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

sharp display resolution

good battery life

affordable price

average graphics performance

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

modest speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm 29.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Aluminum
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 100% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
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-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals, Tru2Life Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware 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 MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BQ0201R -
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