Asus ExpertBook P3 is a business laptop line ASUS launched in 2024, built on the Intel Core i5-13420H or Core i7-13620H from the Raptor Lake-H architecture, paired with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, a 512GB SSD and a WQXGA 2560 x 1600 display. The store currently stocks two versions, the 14-inch ExpertBook P3405 and the 16-inch ExpertBook P3605, each available in an i5 and an i7 configuration. This article checks the official specs, Notebookcheck benchmark scores and list prices so you know what to expect before you spend the money.
The Asus ExpertBook P3 is a business laptop powered by 13th-gen Intel chips
The Asus ExpertBook P3 belongs to the ExpertBook branch that ASUS positions for companies and working professionals, favoring durability, security and upgradability over fashionable design. The line comes in two sizes: the 14-inch ExpertBook P3405, which starts at 1,36kg, and the 16-inch ExpertBook P3605, which starts at 1,75kg, according to the ASUS spec sheet. Both versions share the same processors, memory, ports and battery, so the differences come down mainly to screen size, weight and price.
As of this update (29/09/2026), all four Asus ExpertBook P3 variants in stock are available, in New 100% Full Box condition. The 14-inch version is priced at 20.490.000 VND with the Core i5-13420H and 23.490.000 VND with the Core i7-13620H. The 16-inch version costs 20.790.000 VND with the Core i5 and 24.990.000 VND with the Core i7. Every variant uses 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, Intel UHD Graphics and a WQXGA display, so the price gaps reflect only the processor and screen size.
One point worth stating plainly: the Core i5-13420H and Core i7-13620H belong to the Raptor Lake-H generation that Intel introduced in early 2023, and they have no integrated NPU. The Asus ExpertBook P3 still runs Copilot on Windows 11 through the cloud, but it does not meet the Copilot+ PC standard and cannot process AI features that require an NPU locally. The ASUS spec page does list the ExpertMeet AI app with a requirement of 12GB of RAM or more, which the 16GB configuration satisfies. If your priority is AI that runs offline, the Core Ultra line with an NPU makes more sense.
How the Core i5-13420H and Core i7-13620H differ for everyday work
According to the ASUS spec sheet, the Core i5-13420H has 8 cores, 12 threads, 12MB of cache and a maximum clock speed of 4,6GHz. The Core i7-13620H has 10 cores, 16 threads, 24MB of cache and a maximum clock speed of 4,9GHz. Both are H-series chips with a 45W TDP according to Notebookcheck data, meaning they favor performance over the power savings of U-series chips. The i7 has 6 performance cores versus 4 on the i5, which is the main reason for the gap in multithreaded tasks.
| Processor | Cores / threads | Cinebench R23 single / multi | Geekbench 6 single / multi | TDP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core i5-13420H | 8 / 12 | 1.689 / 11.084 | 2.254 / 8.444 | 45W |
| Core i7-13620H | 10 / 16 | 1.833 / 15.176 | 2.568 / 11.723 | 45W |
| i7 advantage | +2 cores / +4 threads | about +9% / +37% | about +14% / +39% | identical |
Going by the Notebookcheck figures in the table, the i7 is about 37% ahead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and about 39% ahead in Geekbench 6 multi-core. In single-core tests the gap shrinks to about 9% in Cinebench R23 and 14% in Geekbench 6. That means office tasks like opening documents, browsing the web or handling moderate spreadsheets make almost no perceptible difference. The gap shows up when you compile large software projects, export video or run several virtual machines at once.
Both configurations use Intel UHD Graphics with no discrete GPU, so the Asus ExpertBook P3 suits 2D graphics, presentations and output to an external monitor, while 3D rendering and demanding games are out of reach. H-series chips draw more power than U-series chips under heavy load, and the article H or U chip decides whether a laptop runs hot or lasts long on battery, not Core i5 or i7 explains why the H or U suffix affects battery life more than the choice between i5 and i7.
A 400-nit WQXGA display and 63Wh battery on both models for sale
All four variants in stock use a WQXGA 2560 x 1600 display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. The ASUS spec sheet lists this panel at 400 nits of brightness with 100% sRGB coverage and an anti-glare coating, well above the WUXGA 1920 x 1200 option, which offers only 300 nits and 45% NTSC. The store's product page also lists an IPS panel with a 144Hz refresh rate, while ASUS's global spec sheet does not list a refresh rate, so you should check the display settings when you receive the laptop.
| Spec | ExpertBook P3405 | ExpertBook P3605 | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 14-inch WQXGA 16:10, 400 nits, 100% sRGB | 16-inch WQXGA 16:10, 400 nits, 100% sRGB | ASUS |
| Weight | from 1,36kg | from 1,75kg | ASUS |
| Dimensions | 31,51 x 22,68 x 1,79 to 1,80 cm | 35,84 x 25,39 x 1,79 to 1,80 cm | ASUS |
| Battery on models for sale | 63Wh Li-ion | 63Wh Li-ion | Product page |
| Charger | USB Type-C 65W | USB Type-C 65W | ASUS |
| Price i5 / i7 | 20.490.000 / 23.490.000 VND | 20.790.000 / 24.990.000 VND | Store 29/09/2026 |
On the battery side, ASUS announces two options, 63Wh and 50Wh, for the Asus ExpertBook P3 in both sizes, along with a USB Type-C 65W charger. The spec table on the product pages of the two models for sale lists a 63Wh lithium-ion battery, which is the larger option. ASUS does not publish runtime hours for the WQXGA display combined with an H-series chip, so this article does not give a specific battery life figure. With a high-resolution display and a 45W CPU, you should plan to carry the charger if you work at high intensity all day.
A USB Type-C charger has a practical advantage: you can share it with a phone, a tablet or a power bank that supports Power Delivery. When you are working away from an outlet, lowering screen brightness, turning on Windows battery saver and closing background apps are the three most effective ways to stretch battery life. ASUS also lists a Battery health charging feature in the bundled software that caps the charge level, which helps limit battery wear when the laptop is plugged in at a desk most of the time.
Ports, two RAM slots and MIL-STD 810H durability
According to the official ASUS technical spec sheet for the 14-inch version, the Asus ExpertBook P3 has 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports that support video output and Power Delivery charging, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1 HDMI 2.1 TMDS port, 1 Gigabit RJ45 network port and 1 3.5mm audio jack. The 16-inch version has an identical port list. Some product descriptions call the Type-C ports Thunderbolt 4, but ASUS lists only USB 3.2 Gen 2, so you should not expect 40Gbps bandwidth or eGPU support.
Upgradability is a clear strength of the Asus ExpertBook P3. The ExpertBook P3405 and ExpertBook P3605 both have 2 DDR5 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB, plus 2 M.2 SSD slots, one 2280 and one 2230, both PCIe 4.0 x4. The product page lists the 16GB configuration as DDR5 4800MHz but does not say whether it is one 16GB module or two 8GB modules. If you plan to upgrade to 32GB, ask exactly how the modules are arranged before buying so you know whether you need to add one module or replace the pair.
On durability, ASUS states that the ExpertBook P3405 meets the MIL-STD 810H standard with 24 test procedures, while the ExpertBook P3605 page says only that it meets MIL-STD 810H without giving the number of procedures. The Asus ExpertBook P3 keyboard is backlit, with 1,5mm key travel and spill resistance. Security features include a TPM 2.0 chip, Microsoft Secured-core PC certification, a fingerprint sensor, a Kensington Nano lock slot and a 1080p webcam with infrared for Windows Hello or a privacy shutter, depending on the version.
The 14-inch ExpertBook P3405 suits people who are often on the move
The ExpertBook P3405 is the sensible choice if you carry your laptop every day, travel for work or hold meetings in several locations. Its weight from 1,36kg and dimensions of 31,51 x 22,68 cm let it fit the padded laptop compartment of most 14-inch backpacks. The 14-inch WQXGA display is still sharp enough to split the screen between a document and a browser window, though there is less room for spreadsheets with many columns than on the 16-inch version.
| ExpertBook P3405 configuration | List price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-13420H / 16GB / 512GB SSD / Intel UHD Graphics / WQXGA | 20.490.000 VND | Office work, accounting, project management, web development |
| Core i7-13620H / 16GB / 512GB SSD / Intel UHD Graphics / WQXGA | 23.490.000 VND | Compiling large projects, multithreaded data processing, virtual machines |
For most office workers, accountants and project managers, the Core i5-13420H version at 20.490.000 VND is the best balance, since its single-core performance trails the i7 by only about 9%. The Asus ExpertBook P3 P3405 14-inch (2024) page lists the price and stock status of both the i5 and i7 versions, so you can compare the two 14-inch configurations on one page before ordering.
The Core i7-13620H version at 23.490.000 VND, 3.000.000 VND more, is worth considering when your daily work includes compiling large software projects, multithreaded data processing or running virtual machines. The roughly 37% higher Cinebench R23 multi-core score cuts waiting time in those tasks. If your work is mostly email, online meetings and writing, the price difference is better spent on upgrading the RAM to 32GB, which will make a more noticeable difference than switching to the i7.
The 16-inch ExpertBook P3605 suits a fixed desk setup
The ExpertBook P3605 fits when the laptop mostly sits on a desk, replacing an office PC but still going to meetings when needed. The 16-inch display at 2560 x 1600 offers a clearly larger viewing area, which helps with multi-column spreadsheets, 2D drawings or two windows side by side. In exchange, its weight from 1,75kg according to ASUS (the description on the product page lists 1,74kg) and dimensions of 35,84 x 25,39 cm make daily carrying less comfortable than the 14-inch version.
The Core i5-13420H version of the 16-inch line costs 20.790.000 VND, only 300.000 VND more than the 14-inch version with the same chip, so if you rarely travel, that is a very small extra cost for a bigger screen. The Asus ExpertBook P3 P3605 16-inch (2024) page keeps the price and stock status of both 16-inch variants up to date, letting you quickly compare the i5 and i7 versions before deciding.
The Core i7-13620H version of the ExpertBook P3605 costs 24.990.000 VND, a full 4.200.000 VND more than the i5 version, a bigger gap than on the 14-inch line. That outlay only makes sense if you need multi-core performance regularly and plan to use the laptop for many years. Both models at Hung Phat are New 100% Full Box, with a 24-month official warranty as listed on the product page. If you need a discrete GPU for 3D graphics or a chip with an NPU for local AI, the Asus ExpertBook P3 is not the right choice.
Frequently asked questions about the Asus ExpertBook P3
Does the ExpertBook P3 line have an NPU for running AI features locally?
No. The Core i5-13420H and Core i7-13620H belong to the Raptor Lake-H generation and have no integrated NPU, so the Asus ExpertBook P3 does not meet the Copilot+ PC standard. The standard cloud-based Copilot still works, and ASUS lists the ExpertMeet AI app for devices with 12GB of RAM or more. For AI tasks that need offline processing on an NPU, you should choose a laptop with a Core Ultra chip.
With a budget of around 21 million VND, should I choose the 14-inch or the 16-inch version?
The two Core i5 versions differ by only 300.000 VND: the ExpertBook P3405 costs 20.490.000 VND and the ExpertBook P3605 costs 20.790.000 VND. If you carry your laptop every day, the 14-inch version, which starts at 1,36kg, is more convenient. If the laptop mostly stays on a desk and you often open large spreadsheets, the 16-inch version gives you more screen space for a negligible extra cost.
How far can the RAM and SSD be upgraded?
According to the ASUS spec sheet, both sizes have 2 DDR5 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB and 2 M.2 SSD slots with PCIe 4.0 x4, one 2280 and one 2230. The configurations in stock use 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, so you can add a second SSD or upgrade the RAM as your work data grows.
Are the USB-C ports on this laptop Thunderbolt 4?
The ASUS spec sheet lists 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports that support video output and Power Delivery charging, and does not list Thunderbolt 4. You can still output video to an external monitor and charge with the 65W charger through these ports, but you should not expect 40Gbps bandwidth or the ability to connect an external discrete GPU as you can on laptops with Thunderbolt.
