ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)

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Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6). 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

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited battery life

modest graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 990 g 1.6 kg
Case Material Magnesium-lithium alloy Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Star black Platinum grey | Granite black
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Screen Size (Type) 14" OLED 14" - TN
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 90 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 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
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Fixed focus
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
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
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, FSC Mix RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Carbon Footprint - 293 kg carbon emissions
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BQ1288X -
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