ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL). 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.

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient performance

average display quality

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 21.06 cm x 1.69 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm
Weight 1.1 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Metal
Colour Star black Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, WideView, 78% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5302CEA) Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Repairability Index 7.3 (out of 10) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number EG0391R -
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