Imagine starting your day with back-to-back meetings, dozen of browser tabs open, presentations to finish, and a laptop that needs to keep up with all of it. The last thing you want is a device that slows you down or has you searching for a charger halfway through the day. And honestly, that’s exactly where a good business laptop needs to prove itself.
But things are changing. Laptops are no longer just about getting work done. With AI entering the picture, they are now promising to make that work easier, faster and smarter.
And that’s where the Asus Expertbook P5 comes in. Powered by Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 processors, it brings a lightweight design, dedicated AI features, business-grade security and even a 144Hz display, something you wouldn’t normally expect from a business laptop.
Here’s the question: does the Expertbook P5 actually
But here’s the question: does the Expertbook P5 actually make your workday easier, or is it just another laptop with AI added to the marketing? Let’s find out.
Asus Expertbook P5 Review: Design and Build Quality
The first thing I noticed when I picked up the Asus Expertbook P5 was how practical and lightweight it felt. It weighs 1.3kg, of course this isn’t the lightest 14-inch laptop out there, but it’s still quite comfortable to carry around. Whether I was taking it to meetings, working from different locations, or simply carrying it in my tote bag during my usual office commute, the weight never really bothered me. And honestly, that’s exactly what I expect from a business laptop. Something that’s easy to carry around without feeling like an extra burden.
Asus Expertbook P5 overall design
The Expertbook P5 comes with an all-aluminium chassis in a Misty Grey finish, which gives it a clean and professional appearance. Now the color of the laptop may feel subtle, but this color gives you that professional look without being too flashy. The metal construction also makes the laptop feel quite premium in hand. However, when it comes to design, Asus hasn’t really tried to do anything extraordinary here. It’s a fairly simple-looking laptop and personally, I would have liked a little more character, but considering it’s designed primarily for business users, I can understand why Asus has kept things minimal here.
One thing I particularly liked was how well
One thing I particularly liked was how well the laptop handled fingerprints and smudges. During my usage, I am a person who munches a lot while working and the best part was that I rarely had to wipe the lid, which is definitely a plus for me.
The build quality is another area where the laptop feels sturdy. The lid is solid, and the keyboard deck doesn’t feel flimsy while typing. Another feature I genuinely appreciated was the 180-degree hinge. It allows the screen to open completely flat, which comes in handy when you’re sharing something with a colleague across the table or working in different positions. The hinge itself feels sturdy and holds the display firmly in place.
Asus Expertbook P5 Review: Display
When you think of a business laptop, the display usually isn’t the most exciting part. Most companies focus on delivering something that’s good enough for documents, spreadsheets and video calls. But, here is the twist, Asus has taken a slightly different approach with the ExpertBook P5, and it’s one of the more interesting aspects of this laptop.
The laptop comes with a 14-inch IPS display
The laptop comes with a 14-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2560 × 1600 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. Now, at a time when almost every other premium laptop is moving towards OLED panels, Asus has decided to stick with an IPS display here. And honestly, I don’t think that’s necessarily a bad thing, especially considering that this is a business-focused laptop.
The first thing I noticed while using the display was how sharp and clean everything looked. Whether I was reading articles, writing my scripts on documents, editing content, or simply browsing through multiple tabs, text appeared crisp and the overall viewing experience was quite comfortable.
The display quality and color reproduction, this is where things get a little interesting. I watched a few movies and videos on YouTube, and the overall experience was pleasant. However, if you’re coming from an OLED laptop, you will definitely notice the difference. The colors aren’t quite as vibrant, the contrast isn’t as punchy, and blacks don’t look as deep but still the display is quite satisfactory. It’s not a bad display by any means, but it’s not the kind of screen that will immediately impress you the moment you turn it on.
One thing I particularly liked was the matte
One thing I particularly liked was the matte anti-glare finish. During my usage, whether I was working in a brightly lit office or sitting near a window, reflections were well controlled. The display also gets reasonably bright, with brightness reaching over 400 nits, which is more than sufficient for most indoor working conditions.
Another highlight is the 144Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling through websites, switching between applications, and navigating through Windows feel noticeably smooth. And once you get used to a higher refresh rate, going back to a standard 60Hz screen definitely feels a little less fluid.
Asus Expertbook P5 Review: Performance
The Asus Expertbook P5 handled my torture very nicely without throwing any tantrums. During my testing, I often had 40+ Chrome tabs open at the same time, along with WhatsApp Web, Hotstar, multiple documents, and a bunch of apps running in the background. Even with all that chaos happening, the laptop never felt slow.
Apps were opening very quickly, switching between tasks
Apps were opening very quickly, switching between tasks felt smooth, and day-to-day work was completely hassle-free. Whether I was writing articles, researching online, editing images, or attending video calls on WhatsApp, the laptop kept up without any issues.
The benchmark scores are impressive for the segment. The Expertbook P5 scored 2252 on Geekbench 7 single core and 10282 in multi-core which makes it ideal for office use cases.
Asus Expertbook P5 Geekbench scores
The Cinebench R26 scores stand at 415 and 603 for single and multi-core respectively.
Asus Expertbook P5 Cinebench scores
The laptop also passed the CrystalDisk Mark test, suggesting solid read and write speeds.
Asus Expertbook P5 Crystal DiskMark scores
I was also pleasantly surprised by the thermals. Despite being a lightweight laptop, the Expertbook P5 never became uncomfortably hot during my testing. Even while multitasking heavily, temperatures remained under control. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much from a business laptop, but the speakers surprised me. The sound gets really loud and is more than enough for watching videos, listening to music, or joining meetings. I watched movies and didn’t feel like connecting it to bluetooth speakers.
The laptop also features a 1080p webcam
The laptop also features a 1080p webcam. For regular video calls, online meetings it gets the job done without any issue. In a well-lit room, the video looks clear and sharp enough. However, if you’re sitting in a darker environment, the camera quality starts to drop a bit, with more visible noise and less detail.
Asus Expertbook P5 Review: Keyboard and Trackpad
For me, a good keyboard is extremely important because most of my work involves writing articles,scripts, replying to emails, and spending hours working on documents. And thankfully, the Asus Expertbook P5 did give me a pretty comfortable typing experience.
Asus Expertbook P5 keyboard and trackpad
The laptop comes with a full-sized keyboard with 1.5mm key travel, which is slightly deeper than what you usually get on many thin-and-light laptops. And honestly, I quite liked it. The keys offer good feedback, every keypress feels precise, and there’s a satisfying tactile response while typing. I spent long hours working on articles and switching between documents, and the keyboard remained comfortable throughout.
One thing I did notice
However, one thing I did notice is that the keys are slightly noisy. It’s not something that will bother you during regular office hours, but if you’re someone who prefers working in a completely silent environment, like a library or a quiet meeting room, you might notice the sound.
The keyboard also comes with white backlighting with three brightness levels. Now, the lighting isn’t particularly bright, but I actually prefer it this way. It provides enough visibility when you’re working late at night without being distracting.
Coming to the touchpad, the Expertbook P5 offers a fairly large surface that’s smooth and responsive during everyday usage. Whether I was scrolling through websites, switching between applications, or using Windows gestures, everything worked as expected. The tracking feels accurate, and I didn’t face any major issues with accidental touches while typing.
Overall, I think Asus has done a good
Overall, I think Asus has done a good job with the keyboard and touchpad. The typing experience is comfortable, the keys feel precise, and the touchpad is reliable enough that I didn’t feel the need to connect an external mouse for regular work. I just wish the keyboard were a little quieter.
This is another area where the Expertbook P5 gets things right. Asus has included two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, two USB Type-A ports, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. What I particularly appreciate is that there hasn’t been any kind of sacrifice on essential ports just to make the laptop thinner. Most of the ports are positioned on the left side, leaving the right side relatively uncluttered, which is convenient if you use an external mouse. The ports are also reinforced internally for better durability over time.
However, there’s no SD card reader or Ethernet port, which might disappoint some users, especially those who frequently transfer files from cameras or prefer a wired internet connection.
Asus Expertbook P5 Review: Battery
Battery life is one area where the Asus
Battery life is one area where the Asus Expertbook P5 genuinely impressed me. My typical workday involves writing articles, researching with multiple browser tabs open, attending meetings and of course watching a few Youtube videos in between. Even with all of that, the laptop comfortably lasted an entire workday on a single charge. In my usage, getting around 10 hours of battery life wasn’t difficult. This in simpler language means most people can leave their charger at home and work without constantly worrying about the charging socket. And when there is time for the battery to go low, the bundled 65W charger helps you get back up and running fairly quickly. In my testing the laptop took about 1 hour to get juiced by from 0 to 80%.
After spending some time with the Asus Expertbook P5, I was quite impressed. This is not the kind of laptop that tries to grab attention with flashy looks or RGB lighting. Instead, it focuses on getting the basics right. The lightweight aluminium design makes it easy to carry around, while the comfortable keyboard, smooth 144Hz display, and impressive battery life make it a reliable everyday work companion.
Of course, it’s not perfect. The IPS display lacks the vibrant colors and deep blacks of an OLED panel, the keyboard can be slightly noisy, and the absence of an SD card reader might disappoint some professionals. However, these aren’t necessarily deal-breakers, especially considering what the laptop is designed for.
What impressed me the most was its consistency
What impressed me the most was its consistency. With around 10 hours of battery life, smooth performance, and good thermal management, the Expertbook P5 rarely gave me a reason to complain.
So, should you buy it?
If you’re a working professional, someone who spends hours multitasking, attending meetings, or working on documents, the Asus Expertbook P5 is definitely worth considering. It may not be the flashiest laptop out there, but it’s a practical and dependable machine that gets the job done. And sometimes, that’s exactly what you need from a business laptop.
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