Tuesday, 7 May 2024

ASUS ANNOUNCES EXPERTBOOK B3 SERIES

Premium and highly versatile laptop designed for professional productivity with its robust performance, comprehensive security features, and highly flexible configurations.

KEY POINTS

  • Powered by Innovation: Responsive and versatile performance for modern businesses, with up to 13th gen ultra-efficient U-series and performance P-series     Intel® Core i7 processor, support of up to 64GB of fast DDR5-5600 RAM with Dual SODIMM slots, fast PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD and optional NVIDIA RTX 2050 (4GB) discrete graphics (only with U-series processors)
  • Flexible configurations: One of the most configurable platform yet, with options of U and P series processors, optional discrete NVIDIA graphics, optional backlit keyboard, optional Full-HD IR enabled camera, up to 16:10 14-inch (B3404) and 16-inch Full-HD+ IPS WQXGA (2560 x 1600) anti-glare panel, full range of I/O ports including a full-sized
    RJ-45 port, optional SSDs ranging with TCG OPAL Self Encrypting Drive, optional 50 Wh and 63Wh battery packs, and an optional smart-card reader.
  • Sleek and Durable design: Premium Military-grade tested chassis with Aluminium top and reinforced with internal metal chassis, with hinges tested up to 30,000 times, tested to deal with up to 25kg of force on the lid, and spill-resistant keyboard tested up to 10 million keystrokes.
  • Enterprise-grade Security and Privacy: Up to Intel® vPro® Enterprise solution, built-in fingerprint biometric security (on power key), optional smart-card authentication, TPM 2.0 chip, physical webcam cover, Kensington lock slot, and Self-healing ASUS BIOS.

Mumbai, May 07, 2024 — ASUS today announces the launch of its ExpertBook B3 laptop series in India to cater to the diverse requirements of businesses across different market segments. This laptop series is powered by innovation, providing an excellent mix of durability and customization to boost productivity, elevate security and privacy.

ExpertBook B3’s lineup foremost features powerful performance thanks to 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[i] chip, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability[ii] along with ASUS Internal testing — all in a design that embraces an eco-conscious outlook and embodies accountability and sustainability.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Dinesh Sharma, Vice President, Commercial PC and Smartphone, System Business Group, ASUS India, said, “The ASUS ExpertBook B3 series is meticulously engineered to meet the diverse needs of enterprises across all sectors by effortlessly elevating productivity, strengthening security, and facilitating seamless communication for the users. Business users in India will surely appreciate its powerful processing, exceptional durability, and long-lasting battery life, along with highly customizable features related to chassis design, screen sizes, security, connectivity, and graphics. With military-grade durability and eco-conscious design, the ASUS ExpertBook B3 epitomizes our dedication to providing businesses with innovative solutions."

Powered by Innovation

The ASUS ExpertBook B3 is engineered to enhance business capabilities, providing the fast and responsive performance essential for today's demands — enabling seamless multitasking, advanced data handling, and streamlined operations.

Featuring up to 13th generation Intel® Core processors, up to NVIDIA RTX 2050 (4GB GDDR6) dedicated graphics and support of up to 64 GB of DDR5 RAM over dual slots provide raw performance needed to innovate the way business is done, reshaping workflows to get the job done without breaking a sweat, all day long!

The latest B3 models also benefit from a comprehensive set of ports for versatile peripheral connections and easy data transfers. This includes Wi-Fi 6E along with Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, and a built-in smart card[iii] reader for use as a secondary ID check and enhanced security. There’s also the latest Thunderbolt 4 USB-C® port, which supports 40 Gbps data transfer speeds, dual 4K display output via HDMI and USB-C with DisplayPort, an RJ-45 Ethernet socket, plus fast-charging support with the bundled 65W/90W USB-C charger.

Flexible Configurations

The latest ExpertBook B3 laptops offer the freedom and flexibility to be tailored 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[iv] 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[v], and other MPP 2.0-compatible input devices, for versatile mobile productivity.

Productivity-First Design

Smartly designed for modern business and forward-thinking organizations, ExpertBook B3 series embraces a true productivity-first approach — making it ideal for today’s hybrid-working paradigm. The bright, clear 14-inch (B3404) or 16-inch (B3604) NanoEdge display with wide viewing angles and a taller 16:10 aspect ratio, plus a greatly-improved up to 85% screen-to-body ratio, delivers superb visual experiences — with more vertical workspace.

The ExpertBook B3 features fast charging and a long-lasting 3-cell battery[vi] with options of either 50Wh or 63Wh, it ensures seamless and efficient productivity experiences.

To provide exceptional remote-working and video-conferencing experiences, B3 features AI-powered noise-cancelation technology that cancels out unwanted background noise and picks up the user’s voice for optimum conference-call quality, and up to an optional Full-HD IR camera for exceptional video.

The ExpertBook B3604, in particular, features a full-sized numeric keypad on the right side of the keyboard, easing and speeding data-entry efficiency — perfect for when dealing with lots of numeric figures, and features a massively large trackpad providing enough room for multi-finger Windows gestures.

Enterprise-Grade Security and Privacy

The ExpertBook B3 series is packed with technology to provide strong data security and privacy protection.

For starters, B3 has built-in biometric security — in the form of an integrated infrared camera for Windows Hello facial recognition and a fingerprint sensor that’s placed on the Power key for easy access. These are bolstered by an optional smart-card reader to enable easy two-factor authentication, with a password and recognized card required for login. A discrete TPM 2.0 chip securely stores authentication information utilized by software, safeguarding crucial data and transactions, including passwords and encryption keys.

The laptops also benefit from a physical webcam cover for an assurance of instant privacy when it’s not in use — with just a quick finger flick required for operation. There’s also an integrated Kensington lock slot, providing a physical security option for safeguarding the hardware when used in unsupervised locations.

World-class Durability

The ExpertBook B3 is designed and tested for rugged business mobility. It is MIL-STD 810H Military-grade certified, passing stringent 23 tests in 10 categories. Additionally, the laptop is also ASUS internally tested for measures such as the hinges tested for 30000 open and close cycles, tested to bear up to 25kg of force on the aluminium lid, up to 5000 times of plug-in and out port tests, drop tests up to 30cm, and spill-resistance up to 60cc.

Availability & Pricing

The ASUS ExpertBook B3 series is now available for business users in India starting May 07, 2024. For enquiries related to pricing, please contact your local ASUS representative for detailed information.

Press Contacts

Vaibhav Kulkarni

Head – PR & Channel Marketing

Vaibhav_kulkarni@asus.com 

Rohith Rajan

Technical Product Manager

rohith_rajan@asus.com


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Specifications[vii]

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-body

Ratio

~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™

Green Certifications

TCO Certified
EPEAT Gold
Energy star 8.0
FSC Recycled
RoHS
REACH

TCO Certified
EPEAT Gold
Energy star 8.0
FSC Recycled
RoHS
REACH

About ASUS

ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. In India, the ASUS Commercial PC Business was established in the year 2020, to provide highly customized and innovative solutions for the diverse needs of enterprises, offering laptops and desktops with superior quality and durability. Backed by 5,000+ world-class engineers, ASUS products undergo strenuous testing as per military-grade standards, hold numerous world records, and have also garnered tens of thousands of awards. Recognized as one of Fortune’s 2024 World’s Most Admired Companies and Forbes Best Regarded Companies, ASUS delivers innovative solutions that add immense value for productivity, collaboration, and creativity. ASUS is committed to sustainability and eco-friendly practices and has earned globally recognised certifications such as EPEAT and ENERGY.’ For more details, please visit the company website: https://www.asus.com/in/business.


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