Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
87 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 32 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.01 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Granite black IMR Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
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 Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Sleeve, 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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14IWL 81MU KC0182X
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