Apple MacBook vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Apple MacBook and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 Apple MacBook and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
87 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.8 cm 32 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.01 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour White Star black
DISPLAY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1280 x 800 (WXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 12 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability -
MEMORY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
RAM 512 MB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 2 GB -
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 -
Rated Speed 667 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
Optical Drive DVD±RW fixed -
Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) -
Write Speed 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD±R) -
CD / DVD Rewrite Speed 10x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 -
Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Slots 2 x memory -
Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
2 x USB 2.0 4 pin USB Type A
1 x display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital
1 x audio - SPDIF input/line-in - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
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)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Operating System (OS) Apple MacOS X 10.4 Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Apple Hardware Test, Apple Mac OS X Mail, OmniOutliner, Apple iCal, Apple DVD Player, Apple Address Book, Apple Safari, Apple iChat AV, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, Apple Dashboard, Apple Spotlight, Apple XCode Developer Tools, iWork (30 days trial), Front Row, Apple iLife '06, Freeverse Big Bang Board Games, plasq Comic Life -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400CEA)
Included Accessories - Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN 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 Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) System password, hard drive password
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - KC0182X
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