ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU). 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 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

ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

superb oled display

powerful performance setup

premium build quality

advanced connectivity options

higher price point

moderate battery life

heavier than competitors

complex for some users

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
88 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm 32.25 cm x 22.47 cm x 1.96 cm
Weight 990 g 1.75 kg
Case Material Magnesium-lithium alloy -
Colour Star black Tech black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" OLED 14.5" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 90 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
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 Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, Dolby Vision, 0.2 ms response rate, 93% screen-to-body ratio, VESA DisplayHDR
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology, ASUS AiSense Camera
Sound Speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, 4-microphone array
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 4096 pressure levels, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense, 12.7" (2880x864) IPS-level touch display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, NVIDIA Studio drivers, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED (UX8402VU)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS, Cortana support MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus, compatible with stylus, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard, AAS Ultra mechanism
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, FSC Mix RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Max Operating Temperature - 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 95% RH
Model Number BQ1288X P1026W
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