ASUS Announces Upgraded ExpertBook B3 Series
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Dec 14, 2023 — ASUS today announced the ExpertBook B3 series, a newly-updated laptop series that’s smartly crafted for business success, powered by innovation, designed to boost productivity, thoughtfully engineered to elevate security and privacy — and available with flexible configurations to meet diverse needs.
ExpertBook B3’s lineup of powerful features include a cutting-edge up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor and up to NVIDIA® RTX™ 2050 or Intel® Arc™ graphics, and a vibrant screen with a tall 16:10 aspect ratio. B3 also is also packed with connectivity, has SSDs with RAID 0/1 support, a secure TPM 2.01 chip, dual SO-DIMM memory modules for easier IT upgrades, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability2 — all in a design that embraces an eco-conscious outlook and embodies accountability and sustainability.
Powered by innovation
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.
The up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with AI-ready architecture, an up to NVIDIA RTX 2050 or Intel Arc™ graphics and 32 GB of DDR5 RAM provide both the raw performance and future-unleashing technology needed to innovate the way business is done, reshaping workflows to get the job done like never before.
The latest B3 models also benefit from a comprehensive set of ports for versatile peripheral connections and easy data transfers. This includes up to WiFi 7 connectivity, and a built-in smart card3 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, 4K display output, an Ethernet socket, plus fast-charging support.
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 options that include an IR camera4 and fingerprint sensor5 for fast, secure biometric login, smart card reader for multifactor authentication and even 4G LTE6 connectivity for seamless remote working.
The optional touchscreen B3 models are also compatible with ASUS Pen 2.07, and other MPP 2.0-compatible input devices, for versatile productivity.
Productivity-first design
Smartly designed for modern business and forward-thinking organizations, ExpertBook B3 embraces a true productivity-first approach — making it ideal for today’s hybrid-working paradigm. With exceptional visuals, fast charging and a long-lasting battery8, 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.
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.
ExpertBook B3604, in particular, also 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 figures.
Enterprise-grade security and privacy
The new 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 facial recognition and a fingerprint sensor for easy access. These are bolstered by a 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. Testing to the rigorous US MIL-STD-810H military standard also assures superb physical durability.
The new 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.
SPECIFICATIONS 9
ASUS ExpertBook B3 (B3404)
Models |
B3404CVA |
B3404CVF |
B3404CMA |
Operating system |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
CPU |
Intel® Core™ i7-1355U processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores) |
Intel® Core™ i7-1355U processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores) |
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor​ 155U |
GPU |
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics for Intel® Core™ i5/i7 with 128-bit (dual channel) memory populated |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Laptop GPU w/4GB GDDR6 VRAM Support |
Intel Arc Graphics for Intel Core Ultra with 128-bit (dual channel) memory populated |
Memory |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5200 MHz |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5200 MHz |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz |
Storage |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
Display |
Non-touch |
Non-touch |
Non-touch |
Stylus |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
I/O ports |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
Video camera |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
Wireless |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.2 Wireless Card |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.2 Wireless Card |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.2 Wireless Card |
Audio |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
Weight |
50 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.4 kg |
63 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.54 kg |
50 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.4 kg |
Dimensions |
313.7 x 226.8 x 19.95 mm |
313.7 x 226.8 x 23.95 mm |
313.7 x 226.8 x 19.95 mm |
Battery |
50 Wh, 3-cell polymer battery |
|
50 Wh, 3-cell polymer battery |
Security |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, Fingerprint sensor(optional), Webcam Shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, Fingerprint sensor(optional), Webcam Shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, Fingerprint sensor(optional), Webcam Shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Keyboard and touchpad |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit (optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[i] |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit (optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[ii] |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit (optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[iii] |
Featured software |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business Manager, MyASUS |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business Manager, MyASUS |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business Manager, MyASUS |
AC adapter |
65 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C® |
90 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C® |
65 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C® |
Energy efficiency compliance |
Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |
Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |
Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |
SPECIFICATIONS
ASUS ExpertBook B3 (B3604)
Model |
B3604CVA |
B3604CVF |
B3604CMA |
Operating system |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit |
CPU |
Intel® Core™ i7-1355U
processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores) |
Intel® Core™ i7-1355U
processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores) |
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7
processor 155U |
GPU |
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics for
Intel® Core™ i5/i7 with 128-bit (dual channel) memory
populated |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2050
Laptop GPU w/4 GB GDDR6 VRAM Support |
|
Memory |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5200 MHz |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5200 MHz |
2 x SO-DIMM, up to 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz |
Storage |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
1 x M2.2 2280 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
Display |
Non-touch |
Non-touch |
Non-touch |
Stylus |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
MPP 2.0 ASUS Pen SA203H (optional) |
I/O ports |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® |
Video camera |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
720P HD camera, Webcam Shield |
Wireless |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth®
5.2 Wireless Card |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth®
5.2 Wireless Card |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth®
5.2 Wireless Card |
Audio |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
2 x speaker with Dirac technology support |
Weight |
50 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.79 kg |
63 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.91 kg |
50 Wh battery/ non-touch panel : starting at 1.79 kg |
Dimensions |
358 x 254.27 x 20.35 mm |
358 x 254.27 x 24.35 mm |
358 x 254.27 x 20.35 mm |
Battery |
50 Wh, 3-cell polymer battery |
|
50 Wh, 3-cell polymer battery |
Security |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, fingerprint
sensor(optional), webcam shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, fingerprint
sensor(optional), webcam shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Kensington® Nano lock slot, fingerprint
sensor(optional), webcam shield, TPM 2.0 (optional), Smart Card Reader |
Keyboard and
touchpad |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit
(optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[i] |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit
(optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[ii] |
Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit
(optional); spill-resistant to 66cc[iii] |
Featured software |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business
Manager, MyASUS |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business Manager,
MyASUS |
ASUS Control Center (optional), ASUS Business
Manager, MyASUS |
AC adapter |
65 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C® |
90 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C |
65 W AC Adapter, USB Type-C® |
Energy efficiency
compliance |
EPEAT Gold, Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |
EPEAT Gold, Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |
EPEAT Gold, Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, FSC Recycle |