ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX). 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 B5 (B5302CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient performance

average display quality

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 21.06 cm x 1.69 cm 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm
Weight 1.1 kg 1.06 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top)
Colour Star black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, WideView, 78% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L2 - 1 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 690
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec - Qualcomm WCD9385
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 28 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
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 B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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 System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
Repairability Index 7.3 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number EG0391R -
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