Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

extremely lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

fast ssd storage

advanced connectivity options

premium price tag

no dedicated gpu

limited color accuracy

smaller display size

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
87 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight - 1.01 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour - Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
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 - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN 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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 -
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - KC0182X
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