Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG). 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 S145-15IWL (81MV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) 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 battery life

dim display

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics capabilities

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

anti-glare display

fast charging support

average battery life

modest graphics capability

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 32.69 cm x 21.45 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.49 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Platinum grey IMR Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 81% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) N305
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL (81MV) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power 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 Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EBI381XA
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