Durability is often thought of as an advantage mainly for smartphones, due to how small and frequent users handle them. But ASUS is changing that narrative, as we were able to witness just how tough their ASUS Expertbook PM3 laptop is, able to withstand keyboard slams and even the weight of a 50kg human. It also offers you the choice to upgrade certain properties of the specifications yourself, such as the ROM, RAM and battery.
The security features of the ExpertBook PM3 is also just as impressive, and stands to be one of the better business laptops out there for all.
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No Punny Gimmicks; Just Pure Gadgetery
ASUS ExpertBook PM3 is by no means a sluggish laptop. In fact it is ASUS' first Copilot+PC business laptop that's powered by an AMD processor, possessing up to 50 TOPS NPU compute to run all necessary AI tasks without breaking your CPU. Running the laptop shouldn't give you any trouble even when you're running multiple spreadsheets and Copilot+ on Google.
Since last year in 2024, we've seen AI PCs facing increasing adoption into the lives of productivity-heavy users. This new ASUS ExpertBook P3 has technically debuted at such an opportune moment, with a highly practical design focused on daily usage as well as cosmetic wear-and-tear, all the while maintaining a reliable performance, which is also backed by a comprehensive warranty coverage.
The laptop is also highly portable for a full-day at work. It features a 70W 4-cell battery that provides up to 13 hours of usage on a single charge, and has fast charging capabilities, going from 0% to 60% in just 49 minutes.
Plus, with its specifications, ExpertBook PM3 promises an all-day, lag-free performance due to ASUS Expert Cool thermal design whereby heat dissipates quickly when the laptop's running at its peak, thus allowing the CPU to operate worry-free even at over 45W TDP.
A Military Tank Disguised As A Work Laptop
The ExpertBook PM3 is made not just for everyday reliability in terms of productivity, but also to withstand minor bumps in accidents, or for those who can't afford to be too gentle with their computers. In fact, it's certified MIL-STD 810H US military standard.
ExpertBook PM3 has been tested in rigorous ASUS Toughness tests to ensure it still works without issue affectd from impact. You can actually drop it from about 100cm height and the laptop will be fine. Other exhaustive tests done include a 50,000 open-close hinge cycle lab test and 10 million keyboard presses. Ensuring the laptop chassis does not prematurely loosen up, it is also fortified with a 4-screw hinge design. Even more interesting is the fact that their IO ports are secured with screws to prevent being loose from any immature ejection of cables and likewise.
Also a rarity in laptops is the fact that ExpertBook PM3 can withstand about 405ml of direct water splashes on its keyboard. This is great against high-pressure work moments especially when you can't help but to have food and drinks nearby.
Secured For the Long Run
In an age where most office workers use laptops rather than desktop computers, security threats to business data has become of a real concern. It is why ASUS has also made the ExpertBook PM3 with comprehensive security. Coming with ASUS ExpertGuardian, TPM 2.0, fingerprint sensor and even a webcam shield; the laptop features three layers of business-grade protection for its hardware, software, and its input/output systems as well.
One hidden layer of security is the fact that when the chassis at the back comes unscrewed, the laptop will prompt you that it is not secured safely or correctly. This means you are able to detect if anyone has tampered the laptop's or install the chassis wrongly.
To ensure your laptop also stays in tip-top condition for work always, the ExpertBook PM3 also makes self-diy upgrades possible. You can easily choose to replace the laptop's battery, upgrade up to 64GB DDR5 RAM4, and dual SSD storage of up to 3TB, as long as you get them from authorized ASUS retail partners and with ASUS-certified parts.
Get the ASUS ExpertBook PM3 because
You are not careful with your laptop
It's a no-brainer to get this laptop if you're not the most careful computer-user. At times when we were encouraged to try and slam the laptop shut, stand on it (officially, it supports 50kg of weight safely) and even hold the laptop by its screen, flat and upright; those moments were nervewrecking but nevertheless amusing. ASUS is confident with the durability of the ExpertBook PM3 to withstand the chocks of a typical busy work day.
You want easy DIY upgrade
This is such a huge win; as thin laptops get thinner, the option to upgrade or fix laptops yourself has become a niche and almsot a luxury for those who crave it. With ASUS's new vision towards an environmental friendly future and to cut down on wastage produced from products, this laptop lets you easily upgrade certain components yourself such as battery and even storage option with ASUS-certified replacement parts.
Don't get it because
You want a stylish, slim laptop
Honestly, the ASUS ExpertBook P series are sleek enough for the typical business laptop. But if you're looking for a more aesthetic lifestyle laptop, the slimmest or even the fanciest laptop, this is not it. ASUS has focused on the practicality of this laptop which is A-grade in our books, and is perfect to work all the while withstanding the rigorous rough handling one might throw at it in a busy day.
Who is this for?
Priced from RM 5,199, ASUS ExpertBook PM3 is fairly priced for what it offers. It has the edge of its durability and the fact that you can easily upgrade parts of the laptop itself, which means you can keep the lifespan of it longer compared to many other laptops of similar performance. It's also a smooth experience to use this laptop thanks to its updated specifications that meets today's AI-computing necessities for work.
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