Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA). 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 X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

impressive oled display

fast performance specs

robust security features

long battery life

higher price point

limited graphics power

no ethernet port

scarce color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 9 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - McAfee, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 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 Smart Cooling Technology, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0, FSC Mix
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - KMi711X
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