Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA). 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 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) Review

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

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superior keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no SD card slot

moderate storage options

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

high-resolution display

efficient performance

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

moderate storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum, magnesium-aluminium
Colour Storm grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
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
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
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 Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor -
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 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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - KAi715X
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