ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient thermal design

comprehensive connectivity options

fast SSD storage

backlit keyboard feature

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

crisp full hd display

robust dedicated graphics

solid build quality

adequate port selection

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) and Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.56 cm x 1.92 cm 35.9 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top) Dark moss
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% Adobe RGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, Tru2Life, IPS-level Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 135 Watt
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
VGA
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1400CEAE) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Quick Charge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Repairability Index 6.7 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EB1035R -
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