Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) 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

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

moderate storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS, plastic Aluminum, magnesium-aluminium
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) 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 45% 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security - 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 Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP -
SAR Value 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - KAi715X
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