ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

reliable performance

average display brightness

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm 1.79 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.47 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) -
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 -
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A -
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro No operating system
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals, Tru2Life -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number BQ0201R -
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