Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA)
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA). 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 E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

affordable price point

average display quality

moderate graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited color options

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

comfortable backlit keyboard

fast charging support

average display quality

modest graphics capabilities

heavier than competitors

limited aesthetic appeal

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 35.8 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, plastic
Colour Black Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
VGA
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals, Tru2Life
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1500CDA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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-810H tested, self-healing BIOS MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 6.7 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BQ0201R
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