ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comprehensive connectivity options

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

mediocre display

average battery life

basic graphics

heavy design

AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sturdy mechanical keyboard

good thermal management

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) and AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) vs. AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm 40.5 cm x 27.6 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic -
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Grey
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
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 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
VGA
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Microphone input
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone output
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password, ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) -
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number BQ2778X -
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