Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A). 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 ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Review

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

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

detachable versatile design

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid build quality

moderate processing power

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) and ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Product Type Ultrabook - with keyboard dock Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm 26.03 cm x 17.21 cm x 0.9 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 900 g - keyboard dock -
Weight 822 g 590 g
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (LCD cover)
Colour Graphite black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 10.5"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 370 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 121% sRGB
Features VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution Glossy, WideView, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
CPU Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 2.55 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Qualcomm Adreno 618
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Speakers, array microphone
Codec ALC286-VC -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 36 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen Touchpad, detachable keyboard, stylus
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Interfaces USB 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000DQ1A)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, stand cover, MPP 2.0 garaged stylus
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer -
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - HT0085X
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