ASUS ExpertBook B5405, B5605 launched in PH: Durable build, spill-resistant keyboard, up to Core Ultra 7 2 chips, PHP 82,995 starting price

ASUS's massive event unveils its toughest ExpertBook B Series made for business professionals.

Spill-resistant notebook

Business laptops that are built to last

As the main highlight, the new laptops boast ultra-durable build quality made to withstand everyday wear and tear. ASUS demonstrated its toughness by numerous drop tests, bend tests, and even stepping on the two laptops. 

Furthermore, their ports are so sturdy that they can lift weights of 8 kilograms.

Additionally, the new ExpertBook B5405 and B5605 can handle spills from water or coffee, making them survive those accidental bumps on your cups when working.

All of these features earned the devices MIL-STD-810H military durability ratings.

ASUS ExpertBook B Series 14-inch

In front, they feature 14-inch or 16-inch displays with two choices of resolution between 2560 x 1600 and 1920 x 1200, depending on the model. The panels also support 300 or 400 nits peak brightness, and 60Hz or 144Hz refresh rates.

ExpertBook Series is powered by multiple Intel chip options:

ExpertBook B5405CVA

• Intel Core i7-1355U processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores)
• Intel Core i5-1334U Processor 1.3 GHz (12MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 10 cores, 12 Threads)
• Intel Core i7-1370P processor 2.2 GHz (24M cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) (vPro Enterprise)
• Intel Core i5-1350P processor 1.9 GHz (12M cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 cores) (vPro Enterprise)
• Intel Core i5-13420H Processor 2.1 GHz (12MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 8 cores, 12 Threads)
• Intel Core i7-13620H Processor 2.4 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 4.9 GHz, 10 cores, 16 Threads

ExpertBook B5405CCA

• Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 255H 2.0 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.1 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 225H 1.7 GHz (18MB Cache, up to 4.9 GHz, 14 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 7 vPro Processor 265H 2.2 GHz (30MB Cache, up to 5.3 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 5 vPro Processor 235H 2.4 GHz (18MB Cache, up to5.0 GHz, 14 cores, 16 Threads); Intel® AI BoostNPU up to13 TOPS

ExpertBook B5605CVA

• Intel Core i7-1355U processor 1.7 GHz (12MB cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores)
• Intel Core i5-1334U Processor 1.3 GHz (12MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 10 cores, 12 Threads)
• Intel Core i7-1370P processor 2.2 GHz (24M cache, up to 5.2 GHz, 14 cores) (vPro Enterprise)
• Intel Core i5-1350P processor 1.9 GHz (12M cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 cores) (vPro Enterprise)
• Intel Core i5-13420H Processor 2.1 GHz (12MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 8 cores, 12 Threads)
• Intel Core i7-13620H Processor 2.4 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 4.9 GHz, 10 cores, 16 Threads)

ExpertBook B5605CCA

• Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 255H 2.0 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.1 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 225H 1.7 GHz (18MB Cache, up to4.9 GHz, 14 cores, 16 Threads); Intel® AI BoostNPU up to13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 7 vPro Processor 265H 2.2 GHz (30MB Cache, up to5.3 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel® AI BoostNPU up to13 TOPS 
• Intel Core Ultra 5 vPro Processor235H 2.4 GHz (18MB Cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 14 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS

These are also paired with up to 64GB of memory and dual SSDs up to 2TB storage with RAID functionality to ensure speed, reliability, and flexibility.

ASUS ExpertBook B Series 16-inch

There are also two options for battery, such as 50WHr or 63WHr, capable of reaching up to 13 hours of video playback.

PD charging support

Other features mentioned are an IR camera (optional), a webcam shield, 2x speakers with Dirac audio, 2x microphones with noise cancelling, and a fingerprint sensor.

For ports, they have 2x USB-C Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2, 1x HDMI, 1x audio jack, 1x Kensington lock, and 1x RJ45. 1x microSD, 1x smart card reader (optional).

In terms of software, the laptop runs on Windows 11 Pro Home or Education 64-bit.

ASUS ExpertBook B5405, B5605 key features:

• Ultra-tough, drop-resistant build quality
• Spill-resistant keyboard
• 14-inch or 16-inch durable displays
• Up to 2.5K resolution and up to 144Hz refresh rate
• Intel chips (13th gen Core i5 or Core i7), (Core Ultra 5 or Ultra 7 Gen 2)
• Up to 64GB RAM
• Up to 2TB storage
• 50WHr or 63WHr batteries
• Multiple ports
• Windows 11 Pro OS
• Starts at PHP 82,995

Price and availability

ASUS ExpertBook B5405 - PHP 82,995 SRP

ASUS ExpertBook B5605 - PHP 84,995 SRP

You may head to official ASUS stores or partners nationwide and Shopee for online purchases.

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