Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) 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 X13 Gen 1 (20UF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

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 X13 Gen 1 (20UF) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, ThinkShutter camera privacy 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 Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 X13 Gen 1 (20UF) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) 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, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, self-healing BIOS MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - KIi715X
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