Dell Vostro 5481 vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Vostro 5481
Dell Vostro 5481

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Vostro 5481 and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Dell Vostro 5481 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 5481 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

adequate performance levels

average battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest display brightness

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

robust security features

high-quality display

fast charging support

limited graphics performance

higher price point

average speaker quality

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Vostro 5481 and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Vostro 5481 vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.82 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Silver Star black
DISPLAY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 63 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), McAfee (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - KIi715X
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