ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) vs Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel)
41.8chipPerformancespec-based36.7
55.7chipGraphicschip46.2
23.3Displayspec-based35.1
50.7Batteryspec-based62.7
75.5Portabilityspec-based62.5
2 spec wins — ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA)5 spec wins — Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) scores 46.6 against 46.6 for Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel). Pick by the categories that matter to you — ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA)
- Stronger graphics score: 56 vs 46
- 25% lower thickness: 15.9 mm vs 21.2 mm
- 12% lower weight: 1.45 kg vs 1.65 kg
Reasons to pick the Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel)
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- 100% higher storage: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
- 14% higher Screen size: 16 ″ vs 14 ″
- Lower launch price: $923 vs $1,740
Display
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″ | 16 ″+14% |
| Panel type | Value IPS (anti-glare, non-touch, 45% NTSC) | IPS (anti-glare, non-touch, VRR) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz+100% |
| Peak brightness | 300 nits | 400 nits+33% |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 355 | Intel Core Ultra 5 225U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated) | Intel Graphics (integrated) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5 SO-DIMM (upgradable to 96GB) | DDR5-5600 (SO-DIMM, 2 slots) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1,024 GB+100% |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2242, second M.2 2280 slot) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | — | 2,390Bottom 12% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | — | 9,276Bottom 6% |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 63 Wh | 64 Wh+2% |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 12.8 h |
| Charging | 65 W | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.45 kg+12% | 1.65 kg |
| Thickness | 15.9 mm+25% | 21.2 mm |
| Material | — | Aluminum top and bottom (PC-ABS bottom on some configurations) |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, display and power delivery), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (display and power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, microSD card reader, 3.5mm combo audio jack | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 40Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x USB-C 20Gbps (PD, DP 1.4, optional), 1x USB-A 10Gbps (always-on), 1x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6E (Wi-Fi 7 on some configurations) |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3 |
| Webcam | 5MP with IR and privacy shutter | 1080p with IR and privacy shutter (5MP or 720p on some configurations) |
| Biometrics | IR camera for Windows Hello and fingerprint reader in the power button | Fingerprint reader in power button and IR face unlock (both optional) |
Software
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2 (B3405CAA) | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 (Home or Pro) |
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