Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA). 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 X395 (20NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

extremely lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

fast ssd storage

advanced connectivity options

premium price tag

no dedicated gpu

limited color accuracy

smaller display size

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
87 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 1.01 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter
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 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 System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - KC0182X
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