Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA). 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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight design

robust security features

fast ssd storage

good battery life

average graphics performance

no numeric keypad

higher price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 35.82 cm x 26.12 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 991.5 g 1.5 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black weave Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 16" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch Glossy, narrow-bezel design, Pantone Validated, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 18 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 84 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 20 V, 4.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CBA)
Included Accessories Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter USB-C 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
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - L2I5X
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