Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA). 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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

efficient multitasking performance

long battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.22 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Villi black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1155G7 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Dockable Yes -
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 nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH
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% -
Model Number - KI0266X
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