MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA). 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.

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

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 MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Carbon grey Star black
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
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 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, WideView, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
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, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402CVA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number 489UK KIi715X
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