ASUS ExpertBook P5 review
The Asus ASUS ExpertBook P5 ranks as the #348 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 74. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #237-ranked features among 73 laptops. Consider the AORUS 15 or Alienware x15 R2, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 is a solid business laptop with an AI focus. It offers decent power and performance, making it suitable for most office tasks. The build quality is also impressive, with a comfortable keyboard and a good screen. However, the battery life falls short of ASUS's claims, lasting around 13 hours in our testing. While not the most exciting device, the P5 delivers on its promise as a reliable business laptop. If you're in the market for a Windows laptop with AI capabilities, the ExpertBook P5 is worth considering, but don't expect exceptional battery life.
Build
The ASUS ExpertBook P5's design is understated, befitting its business laptop persona. Measuring 31.2 x 22.3 x 1.645 cm and weighing 2.29 kg, it's not a super-light or thin machine. The build quality is solid, with a well-made keyboard featuring decent travel on key presses. However, the cursor keys are squashed together in the lower right corner, double-functioning as function-enabled home/end and page up/page down keys. Ports are clustered on the left side, including dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, HDMI, and more. The design is functional but not particularly exciting, making it a suitable choice for business users seeking reliability over flair. You may find Asus ASUS Vivobook S14 a better fit, thanks to its superior build.
Display
The ASUS ExpertBook P5's display is a highlight of the laptop. Measuring 14 inches, it boasts a crisp resolution of 2560 x 600 pixels at 144Hz. The LCD panel has slight bezels at the top and bottom, but still offers decent viewing angles. A 1080p webcam sits above the screen, supporting Windows Hello unlocking during my testing, which worked well. Notably, the laptop features a physical camera shutter, allowing users to easily disable the camera when needed. Overall, the display is suitable for business use cases, providing clear visuals and responsive performance. If you’re after a better display, Asus ASUS Zenbook A14 could be the ideal option.
Performance
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 delivers respectable performance, thanks to its Intel Core i7-285v processor and 32GB of RAM. In PC Mark 10 tests, it showed strong results, rivaling those of other co-pilot plus laptops. The GPU also performed well, outshining arm-based counterparts in 3D Mark Time Spy. This makes the ExpertBook P5 a suitable choice for business needs, especially when leveraging AI integrations. However, battery life falls short of ASUS's claimed 28 hours, still offering decent all-day usage but not exceeding 13 hours of sustained video playback. Acer Chromebook 516 GE might be a smarter choice, offering an upgraded performance.
Battery and Charging
The ASUS ExpertBook P5's battery life falls short of its claimed 28-hour figure. While it delivered over 13 hours of sustained video playback, it couldn't compete with the best arm-based co-pilot plus PCs. Recharging is via USB with a small 65W charger, although other PD-compliant chargers also work fine. This laptop's battery life is solid for business use, but not remarkable. It may make it through an average working day, but you'll likely need to recharge during more processor-intensive tasks.
Connectivity
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 boasts a robust connectivity setup, suitable for business use. Ports are clustered on the left side: dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, HDMI, and a single USB-A port. The right side features a lone USB-A port and a Kensington lock port. A combo headphone jack is also present. While not the most extensive selection, it should suffice for everyday office tasks and occasional external device use. You might want to check out Asus ASUS ExpertBook B5, featuring an upgraded connectivity for a superior experience.
Features
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 boasts a 14-inch 2560x600 pixel LCD display with 144Hz refresh rate, a built-in 1080p webcam, and a physical ID-ing privacy shade. The keyboard features decent travel, but compact cursor keys share space with function-enabled home/end and page up/down keys. Ports are divided between the left (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, USB-A) and right (USB-A, Kensington lock). Take a look at Asus ASUS Vivobook S14 - its improved features sets a new standard.
Support and Maintenance
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 is a reliable business laptop that excels in support and maintenance. Its co-pilot plus PC running on x86 ensures full Windows app compatibility, eliminating the need for workarounds. The laptop's AI focus and Microsoft integrations provide seamless experiences, while its solid build and decent battery life (over 13 hours of sustained video playback) make it suitable for all-day business use. A range of maintenance features are also available, including a physical IDing privacy switch.
Pros
1. The expert book P5's keyboard is well built with decent travel on HK strike
2. It has a physical IDing privacy Shadow, which I do like having rather than a digital or software one
3. The expert book P5 does rather well in GPU performance, making it suitable for calculations and work that involve leveraging the GPU
4. It has full Windows app compatibility, which is an advantage over co-pilot plus PCs running on arm
Cons
1. The design of the ExpertBook P5 is not exactly fancy, as it's a business-centric model with an AI focus
2. The battery life of the ASUS X P5 is still quite disappointing, despite being decent for most purposes
3. It doesn't live up to ASUS's hefty battery life promises, which claimed up to 28 hours of battery life
4. While avoiding arm compatibility issues, it doesn't compete with the best co-pilot plus PCs running on arm in terms of battery life
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