Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG). 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 X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

anti-glare display

fast charging support

average battery life

modest graphics capability

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.69 cm x 21.45 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.49 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - TN 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 81% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) N305
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro Education
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1402CG)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - USB-C power adapter
Security - 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 - Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - EBI381XA
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