ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) vs Dell XPS 13 (2026)
62.7Performancespec-basedchip35
55.6chipGraphicschip40.2
26.5Displayspec-based38.4
50.7Batteryspec-based77.9
75.3Portabilityspec-based93.4
5 spec wins — ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA)4 spec wins — Dell XPS 13 (2026)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) scores 53.6 against 53.7 for Dell XPS 13 (2026). Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA)
- Stronger graphics score: 56 vs 40
- 100% higher RAM: 32 GB vs 16 GB
- 100% higher storage: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB
- 21% higher capacity: 63 Wh vs 52 Wh
Reasons to pick the Dell XPS 13 (2026)
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- 32% lower weight: 1 kg vs 1.48 kg
- 25% higher Peak brightness: 500 nits vs 400 nits
- 18% lower thickness: 12.7 mm vs 15.4 mm
- Lower launch price: $800 vs $2,940
Display
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″+4% | 13.4 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS touchscreen (anti-glare, 100% sRGB) | LCD |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz+100% |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 500 nits+25% |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H | Intel Core 5 320 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated, 4 Xe3 cores) | Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (SO-DIMM, 2 slots, up to 96GB) | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 1,024 GB+100% | 512 GB |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 63 Wh+21% | 52 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 18 h |
| Charging | 65 W+8% | 60 W |
Design
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.48 kg | 1 kg+32% |
| Thickness | 15.4 mm | 12.7 mm+18% |
| Material | Aluminum chassis (MIL-STD-810H tested) | CNC Machined Aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, display and power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, microSD card reader, smart card reader (optional), 3.5mm combo audio jack | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB Type-C |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Webcam | 5.0MP with IR and privacy shutter | 1080p FHD IR webcam |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint sensor (power button) and IR camera for Windows Hello | Fingerprint reader, Windows Hello facial recognition |
Software
| Spec | ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 (B5405CAA) | Dell XPS 13 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
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