MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA). 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.

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

slim, stylish design

high-resolution display

fast processing speed

lightweight portability

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

fast SSD storage

advanced connectivity options

average display quality

no dedicated GPU

limited upgradeability

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 990 g
Case Material - Magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Grey Star black
DISPLAY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Glossy, Wide-View (IPS), 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, Pantone Validated, 1 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio, HDR 600 True Black
PROCESSOR MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello 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 MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Qualcomm QCA8171 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Micro-HDMI
SOFTWARE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B1500CBA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter
Security Fingerprint reader 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, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS, Cortana support
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, FSC Mix
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BQ1288X
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