Apple MacBook vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Apple MacBook and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA). 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 (B9450FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

extremely lightweight

long battery life

robust security features

fast SSD storage

premium build quality

high price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook and ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
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 880 g
Colour White Star black
DISPLAY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features - ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 8 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
RAM 512 MB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 2 GB -
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 667 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
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 (B9450FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 Intel UHD 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 - 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 (B9450FA)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
LAN (on supplied cable)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450FA)
Operating System (OS) Apple MacOS X 10.4 Windows 10 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 (B9450FA)
Included Accessories - Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter
Cables Included - Micro-HDMI to LAN cable
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington 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, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.137 W/kg (body), 0.137 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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
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Model Number - BM0397R
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