ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad P50. 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 B9 (B9400CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

extremely lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

fast ssd storage

advanced connectivity options

premium price tag

no dedicated gpu

limited color accuracy

smaller display size

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P50 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

powerful processor options

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

average battery life

expensive base model

limited aesthetic appeal

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) and Lenovo ThinkPad P50
87 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.49 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm
Weight 1.01 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Star black -
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS) Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 6MUXHQ
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM236 Express
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Slots Qty - 4
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro M1000M
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 170 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included - Lenovo Solution Center, Lenovo Companion, Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), SHAREit, Microsoft Office
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Sleeve, 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 1.2 and TPM 2.0), 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
Repairability Index 7.1 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number KC0182X -
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