ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) vs Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11
35.7chipPerformancespec-basedchip51.3
41.1chipGraphicschip73
—Displayspec-based38.3
50.7Batteryspec-based46.7
81.8Portabilityspec-based46.1
3 spec wins — ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA)2 spec wins — Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) scores 49.5 against 49.6 for Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11. Pick by the categories that matter to you — Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA)
- 41% lower thickness: 13.7 mm vs 23.3 mm
- 36% lower weight: 1.34 kg vs 2.1 kg
Reasons to pick the Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11
- Stronger graphics score: 73 vs 41
- 108% higher charging: 135 W vs 65 W
- Lower launch price: $1,399 vs $2,100
Display
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″ | 15.3 ″+9% |
| Panel type | Touchscreen (IPS or Value IPS by config, glossy, 16:10) | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz |
| Peak brightness | — | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 7 350 | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated) | Intel Arc B390 (integrated) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X (soldered) | LPDDR5X-8533 (soldered) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD | NVMe SSD (M.2, PCIe 4.0) |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 63 Wh+5% | 60 Wh |
| Charging | 65 W | 135 W+108% |
Design
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.34 kg+36% | 2.1 kg |
| Thickness | 13.7 mm+41% | 23.3 mm |
| Material | — | PC-ABS plastic |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, display and power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 3.5mm combo audio jack, Kensington Nano Security Slot | 2x USB-A (5Gbps), 1x USB-A (10Gbps), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB PD 65-100W input, DisplayPort 2.1), HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), 3.5mm combo audio jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3 |
| Webcam | FHD with IR and privacy shutter | 5MP with IR and E-shutter |
| Biometrics | IR camera for Windows Hello and fingerprint reader in the power button | IR camera for Windows Hello face recognition; no fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 Flip G2 (B5406FMA) | Lenovo LOQ Essential 15IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
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