From the Asus desk comes a new arrival, which, according to Asus, is likely to empower modern professionals with cutting-edge technology and AI features.
Asus unwrapped the latest ExpertBook P5 (P5405) with Copilot+, the latest Intel Core Ultra processor, and up to 48 NPU tops, which all translates to smoother multitasking, faster application when loading alongside competent responses – under pressure.
Asus introduces features like AI Meeting Minutes to summarize meetings, AI translated subtitles to ensure seamless communication, and video conferencing muscle, to prove a point.
The ExpertBook P5 weighs 1.29kg on paper and is military-grade durable. At first glance, you see sleek aluminium chassis that tell a story of a premium device. A noteworthy piece of information was that the ExpertBook P5 uses recycled materials to achieve a 50% circularity rating.
On paper the ExpertBook P5 promises robust security measures in the form of a commercial grade NIST SP 800-155 compliant BIOS for protection against firmware attacks. When paired with Windows 11 secured core PC technologies, the result is a competent shild against software vulnerabilities.
The Asus ExpertBook P5 looks good and competent on arrival and maybe a compelling choice for the on-the-go professional looking for a competent and responsive device to power through long days. Thanks to the combination of the AI features added, lightweight portability and convincing security features, the Asus ExpertBook P5 comes as a series that most likely shift consumer perspectives in the right direction, when it comes to choosing a reliable machine for the office.
Starting at R19,999 for the Core Ultra 5 variant and R25,999 for the Core Ultra 7 version, the ExpertBook P5 includes a complimentary one-year McAfee+ Premium membership. This comprehensive security suite leverages McAfee Smart AI ™ for advanced threat detection, including AI-powered deepfake detection to protect against sophisticated social engineering attacks.
We really can’t wait to get out hands on a review device, to test out this attractive, lightweight contender who promises to be a convincing companion to the South African market.
