ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) and Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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

Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics capabilities

robust build quality

high-resolution display

advanced security features

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) and Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 2.74 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 160° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Chipset - Mobile Intel WM490
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 4
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 17.4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CEAE) Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
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, smart card 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, ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number BQ2778X -
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