ASUS has been gaining traction in India’s commercial PC market courtesy its ExpertBook lineup which is quickly becoming a go-to choice for business users. The newly launched ExpertBook B1403CVA, part of the B1 series, is ideal for professionals and IT teams looking for performance, reliability, and manageability at a reasonable price.
On the design front, the B1403CVA is solid machine as ASUS has tested this model against 24 MIL-STD 810H military-grade procedures and over 150 internal reliability checks. These include drop tests, vibration resistance, extreme temperature handling, and more. At 1.42 kg and under 20 mm thick, the laptop remains portable without compromising build strength. All ports are metal-braced rated to withstand up to 9 kg of force, and USB-C ports are tested for 15,000 plug cycles. The hinge is rated for 50,000 open-close movements, which translates into years of dependable use. The keyboard offers spill protection up to 66 cc, and each key is tested for 10 million keystrokes.
The B1403CVA features a 14-inch Full HD anti-glare IPS panel offering 178-degree wide viewing angles. It
reaches 300 nits of brightness. Color reproduction is consistent and sharp enough for presentations, writing, and typical productivity use.
This laptop is powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H, a 10-core processor with 35-watt sustained
performance. Paired with DDR5 5200 MHz RAM and PCIe Gen 4 SSDs (with RAID 0/1 support), it handles multitasking with ease. ASUS has implemented a large heat pipe cooling system with anti-dust mesh to prevent debris from affecting airflow. Even during prolonged work sessions, the laptop stayed cool and quiet.
This laptop comes with various ports such as two full-function USB Type-C ports, including USB Type-A, HDMI, and a
dedicated LAN port. This makes it particularly useful for corporate setups where wired internet or projector connections are still commonplace. The 65-watt USB-C adapter supports Power Delivery and PPS, charging the laptop to about 60 percent in under 50 minutes. In daily use, battery life stays steady for a full workday depending on workload. The B1403CVA can also charge via USB-C power banks, even low-wattage models.
The ExpertBook B1 includes a full-sized spill-resistant keyboard with 1.35mm travel and a 180-degree hinge. The
key feedback is decent, offering a comfortable typing experience during extended writing sessions. ASUS includes
valuable additions, such as LED indicators for the microphone and mute keys. The trackpad is standard in size and includes support for ASUS’ ExpertWidget shortcuts for quick task execution.
This laptop comes with security features such as Discrete TPM 2.0 and both fingerprint login (FIDO2 encryption) and IR camera support for Windows Hello. An optical chassis intrusion sensor provides alerts if the device is physically tampered with. Another standout feature is the Self-Healing BIOS, backed by dual EEPROM chips. In simple terms, if the BIOS (the foundational firmware of the laptop) gets corrupted due to a failed update or a cyberattack, the system can automatically restore a working version from the backup chip—helping reduce downtime and IT intervention.
ASUS has introdUCED few AI-driven features in this laptop which includes AI-based noise cancellation and camera framing for video calls. These are useful additions in hybrid work environments, helping improve call quality without requiring third-party software. All features run locally on the device, eliminating the need for cloud connectivity to perform these tasks.
Key features of the ASUS ExpertBook B1:
- Processor: Intel CoreTM i7-13620H (10 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.9 GHz)
- Graphics: Intel UHD integrated graphics
- Memory: Up to 64GB DDR5 5200 MT/s (2x SO-DIMM slots)
- Storage: Up to 2TB via dual PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots (RAID 0/1 support)
- Display: 14-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080), anti-glare IPS, 178° wide-view, up to 300 nits
- Durability: MIL-STD 810H certified with reinforced ports, 66cc spill-resistant keyboard, and 50,000-cycle
- hinge testing
- Security: Discrete TPM 2.0, self-healing BIOS (dual EEPROM), fingerprint reader (FIDO2), IR camera
- (Windows Hello), chassis intrusion alert
- Connectivity: USB-A, USB-C (PD + Display), HDMI, LAN (RJ45), MicroSD slot, optional Smart Card
- reader
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4
- Battery: 3-cell 63Wh with 65W USB-C PD charger; supports charging via power banks
- Weight & Build: 1.42kg, under 20mm thick, reinforced C-frame design
- OS: Windows 11 Pro
- Support & Warranty: Onsite service across 14,900+ pin codes, 1-year accidental damage protection, global warranty in 80+ countries, MyASUS app & Control Center tools
