Asus ExpertBook Ultra Impresses: A Stellar Debut for Intel Panther Lake X7
The newly released Asus ExpertBook Ultra B9406CAA showcases impressive performance with its Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor and Intel Arc B390 12 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU. This model has made a notable debut in the market, competing with various high-performance laptops.
Performance Benchmarks and Comparisons
Below are key performance metrics and comparisons between the Asus ExpertBook Ultra and other laptops in its class:
| Laptop Model | Processor | Graphics | Average FPS | Runtime (minutes) | Performance Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asus ExpertBook Ultra B9406CAA | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H | Intel Arc B390 12 Xe3 | 147.0 | 125 | N/A |
| Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 80.4 | 74 | -45% |
| Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 76.4 | 49 | -48% |
| Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 | Intel Core Ultra 5 228V | Intel Arc Graphics 130 | 51.4 | 38.5 | -65% |
| Razer Blade 14 | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | 183.4 | 6.8 | +5% |
Notable Performance Insights
- The ExpertBook Ultra B9406CAA achieved an average FPS of 147.0, leading its segment in performance benchmarking.
- Significant power efficiency was noted, with extended runtimes surpassing many competitors.
- Overall, the Asus ExpertBook Ultra stands out, particularly against rival models like the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7, which saw a notable performance decrease of 45% compared to the ExpertBook.
The combination of the Intel Core Ultra X7 processor and advanced graphics capability makes the Asus ExpertBook Ultra B9406CAA an excellent choice for professionals seeking high performance. The device is positioned competitively within the market, promising efficiency coupled with impressive power.
