Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

highly flexible design

robust build quality

responsive touchscreen

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

limited graphics power

high price point

moderate storage capacity

noisy under load

ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight and portable

robust security features

fast charging support

high-quality display

average battery life

limited graphics performance

higher price range

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.415 cm x 1.59 cm 32.34 cm x 22.31 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), carbon fibre hybrid (bottom) -
Colour Thunder black Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - 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 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Essentials
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD 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, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Wireless 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 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 63 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
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 Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
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 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.0a
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - McAfee, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AX) ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip (B5402FBAV)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, USB-C to Ethernet adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-C power adapter, MPP 2.0 garaged stylus
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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
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 - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - HYI5X
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