ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

ample connectivity options

comfortable keyboard

reasonable price

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

limited graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Carbon fibre hybrid (top), aluminium alloy (bottom)
Colour Star black Black weave
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 178° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel WM490
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 3-magnet speakers
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15.6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
VGA
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete 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 System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TCG Certified
SAR Value - 2.512 W/kg (body), 0.967 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number EJ0042R -
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