Working professionals and workplaces always need systems that are portable, dependable, and don’t get in the way of easy productivity. A cherry on top would be an enterprise laptop that doesn’t burn a hole in the IT department’s budget. Enter the Asus ExpertBook P1—Asus’s latest addition to its expanding enterprise lineup. Designed with small businesses and everyday office users in mind, the P1 promises a balance of performance and practicality, wrapped in a clean, no-nonsense design. But how well does it hold up in real-world use? Let’s dive into the details.
Design
The Asus Expertbook P1’s design is simple and functional, something that’s commonly found in most entry and mid-level enterprise laptops as well. The laptop’s chassis is made of durable plastic exterior panels, which felt it could take the daily use, and it has an internal reinforced metal chassis, which makes the laptop seem durable. The laptop, while maintaining a sleek profile at 19.7 mm, was able to cram in a decently powered processor. It weighs 1.44 kg, making it light and portable.
Asus Expertbook P1
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Display
Featuring a 14-inch IPS display with 300 nits of peak brightness, the P1 delivers crisp visuals suitable for both work and casual streaming. The thin bezels on three sides give it a sleek, modern appearance, while the 60 Hz refresh rate ensures the screen is designed more for practical use than gaming or other niche work
While watching Devil May Cry on Netflix,an anime show of the popular video game franchise of Devil May Cry that takes the protagonist Dante fighting demons on a daily basis. The matte-finish panel provided rich colour saturation with neutral tones which is something I liked. However, the side-firing speakers tuned with Dirac audio underperformed, producing fairly flat audio that often drowned out vocals, such as in Keane’s Somewhere Only We Know. The laptop’s multi-presenter mic mode is a standout feature, allowing the microphone to pick up multiple voices in the same room with impressive clarity. This makes it ideal for group discussions or meetings where several people are speaking at once, enhancing the overall audio experience during video conferences or voice recordings.
Productivity
Asus Expertbook P1
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Typing on the Expertbook P1 is a joy, thanks to its well-spaced keys and satisfying 1.35 mm key travel, making it ideal for extended work sessions. The plastic trackpad is responsive, with reliable left and right click differentiation. Adding to its functionality is the fingerprint scanner at the top-right corner of the trackpad, which works for quick logins.
The Asus ExpertMeet AI suite is a handy tool for professionals, with features such as AI meeting minutes, translated subtitles, and watermarks. In my tests, it transcribed a 14-minute meeting in just 8 minutes and gave a pretty solid summary with 80% accuracy. While it’s not faster than some standalone tools, the convenience of having everything in one place makes it a useful option for managing meeting tasks.
The laptop offers a variety of ports, with two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports, one HDMI port, one USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A port, and a 3.5mm audio jack combo located on the left side of the laptop. On the right side, you’ll find an RJ45 Ethernet port, another USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A port, and a Kensington nano lock slot. While the port configuration is solid, the placement of two USB-C ports on the same side could be inconvenient, especially when it comes to charging and connecting to an external monitor. Distributing the ports with one on each side would offer better functionality, especially for users who prefer connecting devices without cluttering one side.
The built-in webcam is decent for casual video calls, though it can appear grainy in lower-light environments. Despite this, it includes a useful privacy shutter, which allows users to physically block the camera when not in use. The MyAsus app provides additional functionality for the webcam, enabling features such as gaze correction, background blurring, and other customization options to improve video calls.
Performance
The review unit was equipped with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H processor, 32 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB SSD. These specs ensured smooth multitasking, from handling 20+ Microsoft Edge tabs to running video calls on Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
On CineBench R24, it scored 506 (multicore) and 34 (single-core)—respectable for an enterprise device. Tasks like document editing, spreadsheet management, and light streaming were executed effortlessly, showcasing its reliability, especially for productivity workflows.
The device also features Microsoft+Copilot and was quite quick(almost instantaneous in generating results for a prompt like how to screen record on Windows and similar prompts. AI processing speed seems to be a redeeming feature, though accuracy is a work in progress.
The laptop is equipped with NIST SP 800-155 Safety Compliance, ensuring it meets high standards for enterprise security. Additionally, it includes a self-healing BIOS, which helps protect against system failures or attacks, automatically restoring essential settings if needed. For added protection, the laptop also comes bundled with McAfee LiveSafe, offering a one-year subscription to help safeguard against malware and other security threats.
Battery
The 50 Wh battery is a weak point in an otherwise well-rounded package. At max performance settings, it lasted only 3–5 hours, during which I edited documents and joined in a few video calls. This battery life is underwhelming compared to competitors, but I’m guessing these laptops are likely to remain connected at one’s workstation. Charging with the included 65W charger was efficient, reaching 60% in under an hour. Additionally, Asus’s Instant Full-Charge feature allows for quick top-ups from 0-100 under an hour, making it convenient for users who need a fast charge in a pinch.
Verdict
The Asus ExpertBook P1 is a solid entry-level enterprise laptop, offering a durable design, good display, and excellent keyboard. However, its below-average battery life and average audio performance make it less appealing compared to alternatives like the HP ProBook and Dell Vostro series, which offer more well-rounded features.
Published on April 16, 2025
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