Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA). 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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

efficient multitasking performance

long battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.22 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Glacier Star black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14"
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1155G7 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
RAM 4 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 Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CEA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bulk packaging ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - KI0266X
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