Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA). 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 X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

360-degree hinge versatility

robust military-grade durability

touchscreen with stylus support

convenient physical webcam shutter

fast charging technology

average battery life

modest display brightness

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 32.9 cm x 22.39 cm x 1.95 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.61 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), aluminium (LCD cover)
Colour Storm grey Star black (LCD cover), star black (top), star black (bottom) | Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Glossy, WideView, 80% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable 4G upgradable
Controller - SIM card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite McAfee, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FEA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 garaged stylus
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor -
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 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, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
International warranty - 3 years
Model Number - EC0710X
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