Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA). 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 T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

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 T590 (20N4) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores - 12-core
Cache - 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - 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 T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) 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
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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 T590 (20N4) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) 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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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 -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - KIi715X
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