ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

fast SSD storage

advanced connectivity options

average display quality

no dedicated GPU

limited upgradeability

higher price point

Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

eco-friendly materials

fast charging support

lightweight design

good processor performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

modest battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) and Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) vs. Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm 32.867 cm x 22.357 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 990 g 1.5 kg
Case Material Magnesium-lithium alloy -
Colour Star black Mariana blue
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" OLED 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 90 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, Wide-View (IPS), 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, Pantone Validated, 1 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Micro-HDMI
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
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 Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS, Cortana support Administrator password, system password, Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, FSC Mix TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number BQ1288X 52P
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