Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient ryzen performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

adequate battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average graphics card

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient performance

average display quality

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.157 cm x 21.159 cm x 1.79 cm 30.9 cm x 21.06 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 13.3"
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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView, 78% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 44.5 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 1.27 W/kg (body), 1.27 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 7.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - EG0391R
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