Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA). 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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

robust security features

high-quality display

fast charging support

limited graphics performance

higher price point

average speaker quality

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
RAM 8 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 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - KIi715X
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