Announcing ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2

ExpertBook B5 G2 (14'' Intel)_B5405CAA_Scenario photo_Portability

A configurable Copilot+ PC for modern professionals, delivering incredible AI power for business

 

  • Superb AI performance: Up to an Intel® Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor with 50 TOPS NPU delivers powerful multitasking and all-day productivity
  • AI for modern professionals: ASUS MyExpert and Microsoft Copilot integration streamline workflows, meetings, and file management
  • Enterprise-grade security and privacy: ASUS ExpertGuardian protects data with NIST SP 800-193-compliant BIOS, biometric login, TPM 2.0 and dual BIOS
  • Premium design and connectivity: Sleek, light aluminum build, MIL-STD-810H durability, up to WiFi 7, and versatile I/O for professional use

TAIPEI, Taiwan, February 13, 2026 — ASUS today announced  ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2, a compact yet powerful Copilot+ PC designed to elevate business productivity with AI-driven intelligence, enterprise-grade security, and premium professional design. Powered by the latest up to Intel® Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor and weighing just 1.38kgi with an aluminum build and a 180° lay-flat hinge, ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 is engineered for mobility, durability, and seamless collaboration.

 

Superb AI performance

ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 delivers exceptional productivity with the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 3 processor, up to 50 TOPS NPU, and Intel graphics. Designed for professionals, it handles demanding multitasking, data-intensive applications, and AI-driven workflows with ease. Coupled with up to 19 hours of battery lifeii, this business laptop supports all-day efficiency, making it a reliable companion for modern challenges.

ExpertBook B5 G2 (16'' Intel) B5605CAA
ExpertBook B5 G2 (16'' Intel) B5605CAA

AI for modern professionals

ASUS MyExpertiii brings AI-driven intelligence to professional workflows with writing optimization and email search, while advanced meeting intelligence automatically generates transcripts, summaries, and action items—driving smarter collaboration and higher productivity.

As a Copilot+ PC, ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 also integrates Microsoft Copilot features such as Recall, Live Captions, Windows Studio Effects, improved Windows Search, and Click to Do, enabling seamless, AI-enhanced workflows across the enterprise.

 

Enterprise-grade security and privacy

ASUS ExpertGuardian provides comprehensive protection for sensitive business data. The system is NIST SP 800-193-compliantiv. The BIOS prevents unauthorized firmware changes, while dual BIOS safeguards ensure reliability against corruption or failed updates. Login with FIDO2 authentication, combined with a discrete TPM 2.0 chip for secure storage of passwords and encryption keys, protects critical information. Optional smart card authentication adds another layer of security. With five years of firmware and software updates, ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 delivers enterprise-grade security and peace of mind.

ExpertBook B5 G2 (14'' Intel) B5405CAA Gentle Grey
ExpertBook B5 G2 (14'' Intel) B5405CAA Gentle Grey
ExpertBook B5 G2 (14'' Intel) B5405CAA Gentle Grey
ExpertBook B5 G2 (14'' Intel) B5405CAA Gentle Grey

Premium design, durability and connectivity

ASUS ExpertBook B5 G2 features a refined, architecture-inspired aluminum chassis in a gentle grey finish, housing a 14-inch or 16-inch 16:10 NanoEdge display with TÜV Rheinland eye protection and anti-glare clarity. Audio is enhanced with Dirac technology, dual speakers, dual-array microphones, and AI voice enhancement for clear, immersive sound in meetings and presentations.

Built for durability, ExpertBook B5 G2 meets US MIL-STD-810H military-grade standardsv, surpasses ASUS Superior Durability Tests, and withstands 60,000 cycles of the wool-felt wear test. Advanced thermal engineering, including fluid-dynamic bearing fans, thinner heatsink fins, and a mesh dust filter, ensures optimal performance and longevity. Comprehensive connectivity options include Thunderbolt 4 USB-C®, HDMI®, RJ45, MicroSD slot, optional smart card reader, and Kensington® Nano lock support — plus up to the latest WiFi 7. IT-friendly features such as BIOS and image customization, lid-logo branding, and scalable deployment solutions make it easy for businesses to standardize, secure, and streamline their workflows.

ExpertBook B5 G2 (16'' Intel) B5605CAA
ExpertBook B5 G2 (16'' Intel) B5605CAA

Specificationsvi

ASUS ExpertBook B5405CAA

Operating system

Windows 11 Pro/ Home 64-bit
Windows 11 pure OS (not for open channel)
Windows 11 PRO 64-bit with Driver WHQL support
Without OS

CPU

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 366H; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 50 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 356H; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 50 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 355; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 49 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 5 Processor 335; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 47 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 5 Processor 325; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 47 TOPS

GPU

Intel® Graphics for Intel® Core Ultra with 64-bit memory populated

Memory

Up to 96GB* DDR5 5600 MT/s, 2 x SO-DIMM

8GB / 16GB / 32GB DDR5 5600 MT/s, SO-DIMM

*Up to 32GB+32GB preconfigured, up to 48GB+48GB self-upgrade.

Storage

Main Slot:

1 x M.2 2280 SSD, up to 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 5.0 SSD

256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 5.0 SSD

512GB M.2 NVMe® SED SSD

 

2nd Slot:

1 x M.2 2230 SSD, up to 2 TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

512GB / 2TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

 

*Up to 512GB+512GB or single 2TB preconfigured, up to 4TB+2TB (TBD) self-upgrade.

*2280 4TB & 2230 2TB SSD will only be tested, not for shipping configuration.

Display

Non-touch
14" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), Value-IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 300nits, NTSC 45%
14" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 400nits, sRGB 100%

Touch
14" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 400nits, sRGB100%

I/O ports

2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C®
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (one support BC1.2)
1 x HDMI® 2.1 TMDS
1 x Combo audio jack
1 x Kensington® nano lock slot
1 x RJ45
1 x microSD
1 x Smart card reader (optional)

Video camera

FHD camera, Webcam Shield
FHD+IR camera, Webcam Shield
5M+IR camera, Webcam Shield

Wireless

WLAN:
WiFi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 6 Wireless Card

Audio

2 x Speaker with DIRAC® technology support
2 x Array microphone
Supports Smart Amplifier
ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Weight

Starting at 1.38kg (with 50W battery and 14” 400nits panel)

Dimensions

315.1 x 226.8 x 15.43 mm

Battery

50Wh-3 cell, Li-Polymer
63Wh-3 cell, Li-Polymer

Security

Kensington® Nano lock slot
Fingerprint sensor (standard configuration)
Webcam Shield
TPM 2.0 (dTPM / fTPM)
Smart Card Reader (optional)

Keyboard and touchpad

Full-size keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel
Backlit (optional)
spill-resistant to 78cc*
*Quantity used during testing, with duration of 3 minutes

Featured software

ASUS Control Center (sold separately)
ASUS Business Manager
MyASUS

AC adapter

65W AC Adapter, USB Type-C®
Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W / Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal

Energy efficiency compliance

EPEAT Gold Climate+
ENERGY STAR® 9.0
TCO 10.0
FSC Recycled
WEEE
Repairability Index
RoHS

 

ASUS ExpertBook B5605CAA

Operating system

Windows 11 Pro / Home 64-bit
Windows 11 pure OS (not for open channel)
Windows 11 PRO 64-bit with Driver WHQL support
Without OS

CPU

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 366H; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 50 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 356H; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 50 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 355; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 49 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 5 Processor 335; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 47 TOPS

Intel® Core Ultra 5 Processor 325; Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 47 TOPS

GPU

Intel® Graphics for Intel Core Ultra with 64-bit memory populated

Memory

Up to 96GB* DDR5 5600 MT/s, 2 x SO-DIMM

8/16/32GB DDR5 5600 MT/s, SO-DIMM

*Up to 32GB+32GB preconfigured, up to 48GB+48GB self-upgrade.

Storage

Main Slot:

1 x M.2 2280 SSD, up to 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 5.0 SSD

256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB* M.2 PCIe® 5.0 SSD

512GB M.2 NVMe® SED SSD

 

2nd Slot:

1 x M.2 2230 SSD, up to 2TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

512GB / 2TB* M.2 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

 

*Up to 512GB+512GB or single 2TB preconfigured, up to 4TB+2TB (TBD) self-upgrade.

*2280 4TB & 2230 2TB SSD will only be tested, not for shipping configuration.

Display

Non-touch
16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), Value-IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 300nits, NTSC 45%
16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 400nits, sRGB 100%

Touch
16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, 16:10, wide view, anti-glare, 400nits, sRGB100%

I/O ports

2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C®
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (one support BC1.2)
1 x HDMI® 2.1 TMDS
1 x Combo audio jack
1 x Kensington® nano lock slot
1 x RJ45
1 x Micro SD
1 x Smart card reader (optional)

Video camera

FHD camera, Webcam Shield
FHD+IR camera, Webcam Shield
5M+IR camera, Webcam Shield

Wireless

WLAN:
WiFi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 6 Wireless Card

Audio

2 x Speaker with Dirac technology support

2 x Array microphone
Supports Smart Amplifier
ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Weight

Starting at 1.79kg (with 50W battery and 16” 300nits/400nits panel)

Dimensions

358.4 x 253.9 x 15.45 mm

Battery

50Wh-3 cell, Li-Polymer
63Wh-3 cell, Li-Polymer

Security

Kensington® Nano lock slot
Fingerprint sensor (standard configuration)
Webcam Shield
TPM 2.0 (dTPM / fTPM)
Smart Card Reader (optional)

Keyboard and touchpad

Full-size keyboard with 1.5mm key travel
Backlit (optional)
Spill-resistant to 78cc*
*Quantity used during testing, with duration of 3 minutes

Featured software

ASUS Control Center (sold separately)
ASUS Business Manager
MyASUS

AC adapter

65W AC Adapter, USB Type-C®
Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W / Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal

Energy efficiency compliance

EPEAT Gold Climate+
ENERGY STAR® 9.0
TCO 10.0
FSC Recycled
WEEE
French Repairability Index
RoHS


[i] Product weight may vary according to device configuration.

[ii] Actual battery life may vary depending on product configuration, usage, operational conditions and power management settings. Battery life will decrease over the lifetime of the battery.

[iii] ASUS MyExpert is exclusive to ASUS Expert series laptops, desktops and AiO models from 2026 onward. Availability may vary by country and model. Features are subject to update or modify without prior notice. Functionality is based on the latest software version. For more details about the Cloud Plus plan, system requirements, and download instructions, please visit: https://www.asus.com/business/discover/myexpert .

[iv] NIST SP 800-193 compliance pending; verification date TBD.

[v] The testing regime includes the requirements of both military-grade standards and ASUS quality tests and varies depending on device. MIL-STD-810H testing is conducted on selected ASUS products only. Note that the MIL-STD-810H testing helps to ensure the quality of ASUS products but does not indicate a particular fitness for military use. The test is performed under laboratory conditions. Any damage caused by attempts to replicate these test conditions would be considered accidental and would not be covered by the standard ASUS warranty. Additional coverage is available with ASUS Premium Care.

[vi] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at http://www.asus.com

About ASUS
About ASUS

ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, the company is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today’s technologies. Consistently ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, ASUS is also committed to sustaining an incredible future. The goal is to create a net zero enterprise that helps drive the shift towards a circular economy, with a responsible supply chain creating shared value for every one of us.

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