Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV). 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.

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

high-resolution display

efficient performance

average battery life

limited graphics power

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Iron grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology 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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView, one glass metal mesh (OGM), 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FBAV)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 garaged stylus
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - HYI5X
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