Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA). 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum, magnesium-aluminium
Colour Storm grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5402FVA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, proximity sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number - KAi715X
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