Today, Asus India unveiled six new laptops from its premium ExpertBook series: the B5, B7, B2, B3, and 12th Generation B9 & B1. The new laptops, according to the manufacturer, were created with the needs of workstations and convertibles for hybrid working in mind. These laptops are allegedly optimized for increased productivity and offer a rich and satisfying user experience.
The laptops have a built-in fingerprint reader, an IR camera for face authentication, a physical webcam cover for immediate privacy, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip for data security.
ExpertBook B5 series (B5402CBA & B5402FBA)
The Intel 12th Gen CoreTM i7 P-series 28W processor, Thunderbolt 4, Iris Xe graphics, up to 40 GB of quick DDR5 RAM, and support for Wi-Fi 6 are all included in the ExpertBook B5 and B5 Flip. The 14-inch Full-HD screen on the ExpertBook B5 and B5 Flip has an anti-glare coating. The B5 Flip has a touch-enabled display and a stepless convertible hinge technology. Additionally, it features pen input with a garaged stylus, which the manufacturer claims can operate for 45 minutes on a single 15-second charge.
Built-in noise-canceling microphones and a numeric keypad with LED illumination are features shared by the B5 and B5 Flip. The keyboard is also designed to withstand common spills and splashes. Compatibility for Thunderbolt 4 via next-generation USB 4 interface, 40 Gbps data transfer speeds, triple 4K display output, fast charging, as well as a microSD card reader, Ethernet port, USB Type-A, and an HDMI output, are all included in the connectivity options. Additionally, a full-size metal RJ-45 Ethernet port is built-in.
ExpertBook B7 Flip (B7402FBA)
The B7 Flip is a 5G-enabled laptop with the latest 12th-generation Intel Core i7 28-watt P-series processor. It also gets Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 as additional connectivity options.
The laptop has a 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) anti-glare touchscreen with a 16:10 aspect ratio and the first Private View display technology from the firm, which allows for a restricted 45-degree field of view to shield your screen privacy from prying eyes.
The ASUS Pen is included with the B7 Flip, which has a 360-degree hinge. To ensure maximum endurance, the anti-glare touchscreen includes Corning glass protection on top.
ExpertBook B2 (B2402CBA & B2402FBA / B2502CBA & B2502FBA)
The ExpertBook B2 is available with a flip or clamshell design and a 14-inch or 15.6-inch display. The 12th Generation Intel Core vPro processors in the ExpertBook B2’s clamshell case are coupled with two SO-DIMM slots for a total of 64 GB of DDR4 3200 MHz memory.
A backlit keyboard with the ergonomic ASUS SensePoint pointing nub, an IR HD webcam with face recognition, a smart card reader, and a hardware TMP 2.0 chip are among the available hardware features. Only ExpertBook B2 (B2402CBA / B2502CBA) is equipped with an HD IR webcam.
ExpertBook B3 Flip (B3402FBA)
The ExpertBook B3 Flip features a 14-inch screen with TÜV Rheinland certification for minimal blue-light emissions for improved eye care, an up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU, a full range of extendable storage and I/O ports, and other features.
With an optional garaged stylus, it may be utilized in tablet mode with a 360-degree, any-position hinge for studying and taking notes. The keyboard is reinforced with an internal bracket and has a water-resistant covering that can withstand liquid spills of up to 400 cc without being damaged.
Additionally, it has a physical webcam shield on the B3 Flip and two-way AI noise-canceling technology that makes use of advanced machine learning algorithms and 3D noise reduction (3DNR).
ExpertBook B9 (9400CBA)
The 12th generation Intel Core i7 processor with Iris Xe graphics and 32 GB LPDDR5 5200 MHz memory power the ExpertBook B9 (B9400) devices. It has storage up to twin 2 TB SSDs and Intel Wi-Fi 6. As well as a webcam for video calls, an infrared camera, and a smart proximity sensor for quick biometric face login, the laptop has a 14-inch NanoEdge display. In order to increase security, it also provides an optional Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip for storing passwords and encryption keys.
The device has a fast-charging 66 Wh battery that, according to the manufacturer, can charge up to 60% of its maximum capacity in just 49 minutes. Up to four 360-degree far-field microphones and Harman Kardon tuned speakers are additional features of the ExpertBook B9. It has an integrated light bar that illuminates the interaction and is compatible with Amazon Alexa. Furthermore, it has the unique ASUS NumberPad 2.0.
ExpertBook B14 (B1400CBA)
A 12th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, up to 48 GB of RAM, support for hybrid SSD + HDD storage, coupled with a 1 TB Gen 4 SSD and a 2 TB HDD, have all been added to the ExpertBook B1400. The ExpertBook B1400 has an 84% screen-to-body ratio and weighs 1.45 kg. Its extensive I/O includes Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, USB 2.0, HDMI, LAN, microSD, and an audio combo connection. It also has USB 2.0.
Additional features for increasing productivity include DisplayPort connectivity through USB-C, HDMI, and vintage VGA D-Sub — as well as the ability to connect up to two external 4K UHD displays. For increased security, it has a power-key fingerprint sensor, a protected webcam, and TPM 2.0.
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