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Asus ExpertBook B9 B9400CE-KC0166R

Specifications

Asus ExpertBook B9 B9400CE-KC0166R
Asus ExpertBook B9 B9400CE-KC0166R (ExpertBook B9 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-1165G7 4 x 2.8 - 4.7 GHz, 45 W PL2 / Short Burst, 29 W PL1 / Sustained, Tiger Lake-UP3
Graphics adapter
Memory
16 GB 
, Dual-Channel, 2133 MHz, soldered-in
Display
14.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 157 PPI, No, B140HAN06.B, IPS, glossy: no, 60 Hz
Mainboard
Intel Tiger Lake-UP3 PCH-LP
Storage
Samsung PM981a MZVLB1T0HBLR, 1024 GB 
, 909 GB free
Soundcard
Intel Tiger Lake-U/Y PCH-LP - cAVS (Audio, Voice, Speech)
Connections
1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 USB 4.0 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Headset, 1 Fingerprint Reader
Networking
Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (a/b/g/h/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 320 x 203 ( = 0.59 x 12.6 x 7.99 in)
Battery
66 Wh Lithium-Ion, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 20 h
Charging
fast charging / Quickcharge
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: IR 720p HD camera
Primary Camera: 1 MPix
Additional features
Speakers: Harman/Kardon stereo speakers, Keyboard: chiclet-style, Keyboard Light: yes, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
995 g ( = 35.1 oz / 2.19 pounds), Power Supply: 325 g ( = 11.46 oz / 0.72 pounds)
Price
2000 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 85.22% - good
Average of 5 scores (from 8 reviews)
price: 60%, performance: 85%, features: 64%, display: 85% mobility: 91%, workmanship: 88%, ergonomy: 84%, emissions: 86%

Reviews for the Asus ExpertBook B9 B9400CE-KC0166R

87.1% Asus ExpertBook B9 Laptop Review: Tiger Lake offers a decent boost in performance for the ultra-mobile flyweight | Notebookcheck
The 14-inch ExpertBook weighs less than 1000 grams (2.2 lbs) and gets a significant boost in performance this year, thanks to a new Tiger Lake chip. Moreover, the Asus laptop now comes with Thunderbolt 4 instead of Thunderbolt 3 and the display has gotten brighter. But did the new version get only the reasonable upgrades or is there something to be critical about? Read our extensive review to find out!
Asus ExpertBook B9 Review — Powerful, lightweight and a delight to use all day
Source: Ausdroid English
The Asus ExpertBook B9 is an impressive bit of kit that, if you’ve got the budget, I’d happily recommend for regular and heavy users of laptops. The cost is likely to be a bit of a problem for some, but I’d suspect towards Christmas if you keep your eyes out, you may find it for under $2,000.00, which is well worth the price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/13/2022
ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400) - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media English
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/11/2022
84% ASUS Expertbook B9 B9400C Review – The World’s Lightest Business Ultraportable Gets Better
Source: Hitech Century English
The ASUS Expertbook B9 B9400C for 2021 has everything that a high-flying executive would desire in an ultraportable. Exceptional lightness combined with outstanding MIL-STD-810H toughness and a vaunted Intel Evo certification ensures that it has both good looks, portability and performance to match the needs of even the most discerning executives. If money is no object, this is one of the best ultraportables you can buy and truly deserving of an Editor’s choice award.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 60% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 90%
80% ASUS ExpertBook B9 2021 review: lightness personified
Source: 91mobiles English
The ASUS ExpertBook B9 has been priced precariously at the top with a lot of contenders vying for the premium ultrabook category. The device certainly has the goods to back up its claim with its extremely light design, powerful internals, decent speakers and really good battery life. If you’re looking for a highly portable and easy-to-carry Windows machine, the ExpertBook B9 is a choice that won’t disappoint.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

90% Asus ExpertBook B9400CE
Source: PC Guia Portuegese PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Recenze notebooku Asus ExpertBook B9. Ostrá zbraň pro ty nejnáročnější profesionály
Source: Zive CZ→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; large battery capacity; good connectivity; premium design; metal case; solid workmanship.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2022
RECENZE: ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400) - 14'' manažerský elegán, dlouhá výdrž, 2x SSD, 1kg
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN
Positive: Light weight; solid workmanship; beautiful design; decent hardware. Negative: Mediocre ergonomics.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/24/2021
85% مراجعة للحاسب المحمول ASUS ExpertBook B9
Source: Unlimited Tech →EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/29/2022
Rating: Total score: 85%

Comment

Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 96 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


i7-1165G7: An upper mid-range, quad-core processor of Tiger Lake product family. The i7 is designed for use in ultra-light (yet actively cooled) laptops; it is manufactured on Intel's third-gen 10 nm process marketed as SuperFin. The CPU cores run at 2.8 GHz (base clock speed @ 28 W TDP) to 4.7 GHz (single-core Boost frequency). This i7 features the 96 EU Intel Iris Xe G7 iGPU; it was the second-fastest CPU of TGL-UP3 line-up when Intel initially launched the series in 2020.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.


85.22%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2021-09-30 (Update: 2021-09-30)