ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)

    •  Date Published: 28 Jul 2026
    • Intel Core Ultra X7 358H
    • Intel Arc B390
    • 14.0″, 2.8K (2880 x 1800), 120 Hz, OLED
    • 1000GB SSD
    • 32GB RAM
    • 0.99 kg (2.2 lbs)
    8.2
    TOTAL SCORE
    9.0 Portability EXCEPTIONAL
    10.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
    7.5 For Work Very Good
    6.9 For Gaming Good
    Specs Review Display For Work For Gaming
    ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)

    ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)

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    For Work

    CPU Performance: Intel Core Ultra X7 358H

    Single-core performance ensures smooth operation and responsiveness in operating systems, providing a better user experience.

    Results are from the Geekbench 6 Single-Core test (higher is better)

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    Intel Core Ultra X7 358H ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)
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    Multi-core performance is essential for handling complex and demanding tasks, such as Video editing, CAD, and Scientific simulations.

    Results are from the Geekbench 6 Multi-Core test (higher is better)

    Intel Core i7-13650HX Lenovo LOQ 15
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    14458
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    13891
    AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401
    $1349.00
    15859
    Intel Core i7-14650HX MSI Katana 15 HX
    $1079.99
    16010
    Intel Core i7-13850HX Dell Precision 16 7680
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    16782
    Intel Core Ultra X7 358H ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)
    16674
    Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 Acer Swift 14 AI
    $869.99
    14796
    Apple M3 Pro (12-core CPU) Apple MacBook Pro 16
    $1548.50
    15749
    AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16
    $1699.00
    14825
    AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED
    $1189.98
    15141
    Intel Core Ultra 9 185H Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640
    $889.99
    14697
    Apple M2 Pro (12-core CPU) Apple MacBook Pro 14
    $1532.90
    14568

    Here, we evaluate the CPU's performance using a real-world 3D rendering task, assessing its ability to handle complex computations and rendering workloads efficiently.

    Results are from the Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core test (higher is better)

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    AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401
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    1273
    Intel Core i7-13850HX Dell Precision 16 7680
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    1265
    Intel Core Ultra X7 358H ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406)
    1102
    Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 Acer Swift 14 AI
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    1068
    Apple M3 Pro (12-core CPU) Apple MacBook Pro 16
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    1075
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    1062
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    1124
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    $889.99
    1133
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    1030

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