ASUS South Africa has launched ExpertBook P5 (P5405), a groundbreaking Copilot+ PC designed to empower modern professionals. Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) with up to 48 NPU TOPS, delivering an up to 3X AI performance boost over the prior generation and featuring ASUS AI ExpertMeet, this AI-driven powerhouse streamlines workflows and enhances collaboration. Its sleek, durable aluminium chassis houses a stunning 2.5K 144 Hz display, delivering exceptional visuals. With a 1.29 kg feather-light design, robust security features, and a focus on sustainability, ExpertBook P5 is the perfect companion for on-the-go professionals seeking peak performance and efficiency.
The future of work
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, ExpertBook P5 boasts a premium aluminium design that seamlessly blends aesthetics and ergonomics. Despite its lightweight construction, at just 1.29 kg, P5 offers exceptional durability — meeting the exacting US MIL-STD 810H military standard. Its thoughtfully designed workspace, featuring conveniently placed function keys and a spacious mouse area, optimises productivity and comfort during video conferences and multitasking. Engineered with the ASUS ExpertCool thermal structure, and a newly enhanced cooling design, the ExpertBook P5 ensures consistent, optimal cooling whether the lid is open or closed, guaranteeing peak performance even during extended usage. It is a productivity powerhouse designed to elevate professional performance, empowering users to achieve their full potential.
Forwarding the ASUS commitment to sustainability, ExpertBook P5 also represents a significant advancement in sustainable technology. This intelligent product has significantly enhanced its circularity by 10% to reach 50%, utilising Circular Transition Indicators (CTI) for performance measurement. By incorporating recycled materials and a modular design, ExpertBook P5 directly addresses the pressing issue of e-waste.
Experience the power of AI in meetings
ASUS ExpertBook P5 benefits from the all-new ASUS AI ExpertMeet, an on-device AI assistant that transforms meetings into productive and engaging experiences, and leverages advanced AI capabilities to enhance audio, video, and collaboration features, ensuring seamless communication and capturing every important detail.
AI ExpertMeet offers a comprehensive suite of AI-powered features to elevate every meeting experience. AI Meeting Minutes accurately capture and transcribe meetings, generating detailed summaries and identifying key points from multiple speakers. The AI Translated Subtitles feature provides translations, ensuring seamless communication across languages. Additionally, the Watermark function allows video calls to be personalised with customisable business card information and screen watermarks for added security and professionalism. All powered by on-device intelligence, personal data remains secure, allowing users to focus on ideas without privacy concerns – empowering teams with the latest AI technology and unlocking the full potential of virtual collaborations.
ASUS ExpertGuardian: the ultimate guardian of confidential data
ASUS ExpertBook P5’s robust security arsenal safeguards critical data. Engineered with a commercial-grade and NIST SP 800-155-compliant BIOS, it provides a foundational layer of protection against firmware attacks. Coupled with Windows 11 Secured-core PC technologies, the ExpertBook P5 creates a fortified defence against software vulnerabilities. To ensure long-term security, ASUS offers comprehensive five-year support for BIOS and driver updates, safeguarding the system against emerging threats.
Complementing this robust hardware-based security, 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. Additionally, email scam protection provides an extra layer of defence against phishing attempts.
ASUS Business Support
Understanding the critical needs of modern professionals, ASUS Business Support is not merely a warranty — it’s a comprehensive service package that includes on-site repairs, dedicated technical assistance and 24/7 customer support. This robust support framework ensures that every ExpertBook user experiences minimal downtime and receives personalised solutions to their technical issues. Every ExpertBook purchased in South Africa received a 3-year Warranty and Accidental Damage Protection.
Availability & Pricing
ASUS ExpertBook P5 is available for R19,999 for the Core Ultra 5 variant and R25,999 for the Core Ultra 7 variant.
Specifications
ASUS ExpertBook P5 (P5405)
| Compute platform | Intel Core 7 Processor 258 V 32 GB 1.8 GHz (12 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 47
Intel Core 5 Processor 228 V 32 GB 1.6 GHz (8 MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 40 Intel Core 5 Processor 226 V 16 GB 1.6 GHz (8 MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 40″ |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140 V GPU (16GB)
Intel Arc 130 V GPU (16GB) Intel Arc 130 V GPU (8GB)” |
| Display | 14.0″ 2560 x 1600 Anti-Glare, 100% sRGB, 400 nits |
| Chassis | Color: Misty Grey |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro |
| Main memory | Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X-8533 MOP |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 2280 SSD, 512 GB /1 TB M.2 PCIe®4.0 Value SSD
up to 2 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD User upgradeable 1 x M.2 2230 SSD, up to 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD User upgradeable |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Card
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.4 Wireless Card–2025Q1 |
| Camera | 1080p FHD IR camera, Webcam Shield |
| I/O ports | 2X Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen2, support wide range 5–20 V
1 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen2, support BC1.2 1 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen2 1 x HDMI® 2.1 1 x Audio combo jack 1 x Kensington Nano lock slot |
| Keyboard | Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel; backlit, spill-resistant 78 cc |
| Touchpad | ASUS ErgoSense touchpad
Smart gesture touchpad |
| Audio | 2 x speaker
2 x multi-array microphone with intelliGO beam forming Smart amp technology Dolby Atmos certified” |
| Battery | 63 Wh, 3-cell, Li-polymer |
| AC adapter | 65 W non-wall mount Type-C® power jack, Input : 100–240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal |
| Dimensions | 31.2 x 22.3 x 1.645 cm |
| Weight | 63 Wh battery: starting at 1299 g |
