ASUS today launched its ExpertBook B3 laptop series in India to cater to the diverse requirements of businesses across different market segments. The ExpertBook B3 lineup is poweredby 13th generation Intel Core processors, with both the ultra-efficient U-series processors and performance P-series. The series optionally can be equipped with powerful NVIDIA dedicated graphics, and a vibrant immersive screen (touchscreen optional) with a tall 16:10 aspect ratio. The ExpertBook B3 series is also packed with full connectivity – featuring a range of full I/O ports along with a full-size RJ-45 port and WiFi 6E for intensely fast wireless performance. The ExpertBook B3 series features a fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD that allows the laptop to boot in a mere few seconds and multi-task with productivity apps – all day long. RAM upgrades are up to an incredible 64GB DDR5-5600 with Dual SO-DIMM slots.
For Enterprise-class support, the ExpertBook B3 series features support for up to vPro Enterprise for secure remote management, a secure TPM 2.0 chip, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability along with ASUS Internal testing — all in a design that embraces an eco-conscious outlook and embodies accountability and sustainability.
The ExpertBook B3 laptops can be customised to meet specific requirements or everyday computing tasks — with configuration feature options that include –
- Display – Optional IPS WQXGA (2560 x 1600) Touchscreen with MPP2.0 stylus support,
- Stylus – Optional ASUS Pen 2.0 stylus for touchscreen enabled configuration,
- Processor – Optional Intel vPro enabled processors,
- Graphics – Optional NVIDIA RTX 2050 (4GB GDDR6) discrete graphics,
- SSD – Optional SSDs ranging from OPAL SED (Self Encrypting Drive) SSD, Value SSD (NVME x2), and Performance SSD (NVME x4),
- Battery – Optional 3-cell 50Wh or 63Wh battery packs,
- Keyboard – Optional backlit chiclet keyboard,
- Camera – Optional Full-HD IR enabled camera with Windows Hello support,
- Security – Optional smart card reader for multifactor authentication, and full vPro Enterprise solution.
The optional touchscreen B3 models are also compatible with ASUS Pen 2.0, and other MPP 2.0-compatible input devices, for versatile mobile productivity.
Detailed Specifications:
| Model | B3404CVA/ CVF | B3604CVF |
| CPU | U-series – Intel Core i3-1315U Processor 1.2GHz (10M Cache, up to 4.5GHz, 6 cores) Intel Core i5-1335U Processor 1.3GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.6GHz, 10 cores) Intel Core i5-1350P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1355U Processor 1.7GHz (12M Cache, up to 5GHz,10 cores) P-series Intel Core i5-1340P processor 1.9 GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1360P processor 2.2 GHz (18M Cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1370P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (24M Cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) Intel Core i7-1370P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (24M Cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) | U-series – Intel Core i3-1315U Processor 1.2GHz (10M Cache, up to 4.5GHz, 6 cores) Intel Core i5-1335U Processor 1.3GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.6GHz, 10 cores) Intel Core i5-1350P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1355U Processor 1.7GHz (12M Cache, up to 5GHz,10 cores) P-series Intel Core i5-1340P processor 1.9 GHz (12M Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1360P processor 2.2 GHz (18M Cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 cores) Intel Core i7-1370P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (24M Cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) Intel Core i7-1370P vPro processor 1.9 GHz (24M Cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) |
| RAM | Up to 64GB Max (2 x SODIMM) DDR5-5600 | Up to 64GB Max (2 x SODIMM) DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | Up to 1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe M.2 SSD Up to 512GB TCG OPAL 2.0 self-encrypting drive (SED) | Up to 1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe M.2 SSD Up to 512GB TCG OPAL 2.0 self-encrypting drive (SED) |
| Panel | 14.0″ WQXGA ANTI-GLARE NON-TOUCH,500NITS(HDR), DCIP3:100%(120HZ), IPS 14.0″ WQXGA ANTI-GLARE TOUCH(GF2),500NITS(HDR), DCIP3:100%(120HZ), IPS 14.0″ WUXGA ANTI-GLARE NON-TOUCH,300NITS, NTSC:45%, VIPS 14.0″ WUXGA (1920 x 1200) ANTI-GLARE TOUCH(OGM),300NITS, NTSC:45%, VIPS | 16.0″ WQXGA ANTI-GLARE NON-TOUCH,500NITS, DCI-P3:100%(120HZ), IPS 16.0″ WQXGA ANTI-GLARE TOUCH,500NITS, DCI-P3:100%(120HZ), IPS 16.0″ WUXGA ANTI-GLARE NON-TOUCH,300NITS, NTSC:45%, VIPS-NB 16.0″ WUXGA ANTI-GLARE TOUCH,300NITS, NTSC:45%, VIPS-NB |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Iris Xe (i5, i7) Intel UHD (i3) Optional – Dedicated RTX2050 4GB GDDR6 (CVF) | Integrated Intel Iris Xe (i5, i7) Intel UHD (i3) Optional – RTX2050 4GB GDDR6 (CVF) |
| Weight | Starting at 1.45kg | Starting at 1.8kg |
| Screen-to-bodyRatio | ~84% | ~85% |
| Dimension | CVA – 313.7 x 226.8 x 1.99 ~ 1.99 cm CVF -31.37 x 22.68 x 2.39 ~ 2.39 cm | CVA – 35.80 x 25.43 x 2.03 ~ 2.03 cm CVF – 35.80 x 25.43 x 2.43 ~ 2.43 cm |
| Chassis/Material | A – Part Aluminium Metal re-inforced internal chassis brace | A – Part Aluminium Metal re-inforced internal chassis brace |
Keyboard &Touchpad | CVA – Chiclet Keyboard, 1.5mm Key-travel, Spill-resistant Keyboard Backlit Chiclet Keyboard, 1.5mm Key-travel, Spill-resistant Keyboard Super Large Trackpad | CVA – Chiclet Keyboard, 1.5mm Key-travel, Spill-resistant Keyboard Backlit Chiclet Keyboard, 1.5mm Key-travel, Spill-resistant Keyboard Super Large Trackpad |
| Battery | CVAB – 50WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion Long life rechargeable lithium polymer battery. CVA – 63WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion Long life rechargeable lithium polymer battery. | 63WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion Long life rechargeable lithium polymer battery. |
| Adaptor | 65W/90W Type-C USB-PD | 65W/90W Type-C USB-PD |
| WiFi, BT | Up to WiFi 6E + BT5.3 | Up to WiFi 6E + BT5.3 |
| Fingerprint | Yes, standard for India | Yes, standard for India |
| Webcam | 720p HD camera (IR Full-HD optional) | 720p HD camera (IR Full-HD optional) |
| Camera shutter | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers 2W Dirac Audio Built-in array microphone | Stereo Speakers 2W Dirac Audio Built-in array microphone |
| 180° hinge | Yes (30000 Open & Close tests) | Yes (30000 Open & Close tests) |
| IO Port | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support power delivery 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x Thunderbolt 4, compliant with USB4, supports display / power delivery 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (Rigid port) Smart card reader | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support power delivery 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x Thunderbolt 4, compliant with USB4, supports display / power delivery 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (Rigid port) Smart card reader |
| Expansion Slot | 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM slot (total 32GB) 1x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4.0 | 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM slot (total 32GB) 1x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4.0 |
| Military-grade | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard Device, hinge, and I/O port reinforcement | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard Device, hinge, and I/O port reinforcement |
| Security | HDD User Password Protection and Security BIOS Booting User Password Protection Compurace ready from BIOS Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 BIOS setup user password Kensington Nano Security Slot | HDD User Password Protection and Security BIOS Booting User Password Protection Computrace ready from BIOS Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 BIOS setup user password Kensington Nano Security Slot |
