Asus ExpertBook B9vsAlienware x14 R2

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Asus
ASUS ExpertBook B9
ExpertBook B9

Quick Stats

The ASUS ExpertBook B9 delivers impressive performance for its class, capable of handling everyday tasks with ease.
The ASUS ExpertBook B9's impressive build quality and design make it stand out among ultrabooks.
The ASUS ExpertBook B9's display is a standout feature with excellent color accuracy and sharp visuals.
The most notable features of the ASUS ExpertBook B9 are its Wi-Fi 6E and large 63Wh battery capabilities.
Alienware
Alienware x14 R2
x14 R2

Quick Stats

The Alienware x14 R2 impresses with exceptional performance despite its thin and light design.
The Alienware x14 R2 boasts an impressive build quality with premium feel despite its slim design.
The display on Alienware x14 R2 offers vivid and lifelike colors with high color gamut accuracy.
The Alienware x14 R2 features a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12600H processor with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ExpertBook B9
#294
Alienware x14 R2
Winner
#290
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ExpertBook B9
#607
Alienware x14 R2
#262
Winner
Display
Asus ExpertBook B9
#483
Alienware x14 R2
#172
Winner
Performance
Asus ExpertBook B9
#585
Alienware x14 R2
#283
Winner
Build
Asus ExpertBook B9
#21
Winner
Alienware x14 R2
#412
Features
Asus ExpertBook B9
#32
Winner
Alienware x14 R2
#201

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ExpertBook B9
Alienware Alienware x14 R2
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Core i7-13620H
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 85W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ExpertBook B9

Strengths

The laptop has an extremely elegant and solid design, with an excellent form factor and ergonomics.
It is incredibly portable, with a negligible weight that ensures supreme portability.
The battery life is very good, with a 63 Wh battery that allows for long travel days.
The wireless connectivity options are well-represented, with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
The laptop's price of around $2000 seems fair considering its overall quality and wow factor.
It's great to see a business laptop that doesn't come with a touchscreen, making it ideal for reading and writing.

Weaknesses

The camera has poor quality, especially for a business laptop where users may be on calls for hours every day.
The physical camera switch is cumbersome to use and can smudge the lens with grease and fingerprints.
The sound system is not great, with cracked and fuzzy sound at high volumes and no bass whatsoever.
Some small imperfections like the noisy Space key are noticeable.
The NFC unlocking feature could be improved for added convenience.
Considering its price, the laptop's sound system should have been better, especially compared to other devices like smartphones.

Alienware x14 R2

Strengths

The laptop provides great performance for heavy tasks such as 3D modeling, Photoshop, and 4K export.
It has a fast processor, with a score of 7,236 in Photoshop, which is impressive considering it only has 16GB of RAM.
The laptop can handle 4K export times of just 2 minutes and 11 seconds, making it one of the best results I've seen on my channel this year.
It has a great performance benchmark section, with scores of 208 for Autodesk 3ds Max, 203 PTC Creo, 301 for Autodesk Maya, and a 102 for solid works.
The laptop is very well optimized, making it a great contender if you're considering a Photoshop laptop, especially someone who wants something thin and on-the-go friendly.
It's available at an affordable price point of around $1,200 - $1,249.

Weaknesses

The battery life is not great, with only 6 hours and 35 minutes of streaming video playback, which is less than I had hoped for.
The laptop has historically known to be not the most power-efficient processors, making it less suitable if you're looking for better battery life.
There's a bit of screen wobble, which might be an issue for some users.
It can struggle with 6K export times, taking around 22 minutes and 18 seconds.
The laptop is not the most power-efficient processor, making it less suitable if you're looking for better battery life.
There's minimal screen bounce, but a bit of screen wobble which might be an issue for some users.
Read Full Reviews

Asus ExpertBook B9

The ASUS ExpertBook B9 is an ultrabook that promises supreme portability and elegance in its design. With a negligible weight and excellent form factor, this laptop is perfect for long travels and business use. Powered by up to 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, it's capable of handling everyday tasks with ease. But at around $2000, does it live up to its promise? Our review will dive into the pros and cons of this business flagship to determine if it's worth the investment.

Alienware x14 R2

The Alienware x14 R2 is a sleek and powerful laptop that defies expectations with its slim design and impressive performance capabilities. Despite its thin chassis, this 14-inch laptop delivers robust results in demanding tasks such as 3D modeling, video editing, and content creation. With up to 16GB of RAM and an H-series processor, it's surprising to see this laptop keep pace with larger, more expensive models. Can the x14 R2 really deliver on its promise of performance without compromise? I take a closer look at what makes this slim powerhouse tick.

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