What you need to know
- ASUS launched the ExpertBook B9 laptop today.
- The laptop features an 11th Gen Intel Core processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics.
- The ExpertBook B9 is available now starting at $1,700.
Despite its thin-and-light form factor, the ExpertBook B9 has several ports for connectivity, including two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, and an HDMI port. Its Thunderbolt 4 USB-C port can handle data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps. It can also power dual 4K display setups.
| Category | ASUS ExpertBook B9 |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| Display | 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1165G7 2.8GHz (Turbo up to 4.7 GHz) |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory | 16GB LPDDR4X 32GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 1TB PCIe SSD + TPM |
| Camera | HD IR |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C (up to 40 Gbps, DisplayPort and power delivery support),1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A,HDMI, RJ45 LAN via micro HDMI port, Kensington lock slot, Audio combo jack |
| Security | TPM 2.0 fingerprint sensor, webcam shield, Kensington lock slot |
| Battery | 66WHr |
| Dimensions | 12.6" x 8.0" x 0.4" ~ 0.6" (32 x 20 x 1 ~ 1.5 cm) |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1 kg) |
The ExpertBook B9 meets MIL-STD 810H US military standards for durability. It also passes drop tests, vibration tests, extreme temperature tests, and humidity tests. ASUS also had its engineers insert and remove connectors into its ports 5,000 times to ensure durability.
The display of the ExpertBook B9 is 14-inches and has thin bezels as part of its NanoEdge display. The keyboard of the laptop features the ASUS NumberPad 2.0 that allows you to swap the touchpad into a number pad on demand.
A durable business laptop
This business laptop features the latest internals but is also built to withstand some bumps and knocks from everyday life, and maybe even a bit more.
