Laptops
Apple updates MacBook Pro lineup with tweaked keyboard and 8-core chip
The fastest Mac notebook ever
Apple‘s popular line of pro notebooks is getting more powerful with Intel’s new 8th- and 9th-gen Core chips. Other laptop manufacturers already announced their latest models featuring the new processors and Apple doesn’t want to get left behind.
For the first time ever, consumers can get a MacBook Pro with an 8-core processor which is two times faster than an older quad-core MacBook Pro and has 40 percent better performance than the previous 6-core MacBook Pro.
The MacBook Pro refresh for mid-2019 greatly benefits the 15-inch model with Touch Bar. The base model now has a 6-core i7 processor and its high-end sibling has an 8-core i9 processor. If you wish, it can be configured to an even more powerful 8-core i9 chip which can turbo boost up to 5.0GHz. This is what Apple calls “the fastest Mac notebook ever.”

Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch) | Image credit: Apple
The 13-inch Touch Bar models also get a processor refresh with the base model now equipped with a faster 8th-gen quad-core i5. It can be upgraded to a quad-core i7 with a turbo boost of up to 4.7GHz.
Apart from the new processors, the rest of the MacBook Pro specs remain unchanged. However, the Cupertino company opted to use a new material for its keyboard which should reduce issues. It’s the same third-generation butterfly keyboard design from previous models, though.
The refreshed MacBook Pro 15-inch models start at US$ 2,399 in the US or SG$ 3,499 in Singapore, while the smaller 13-inch models start at US$ 1,799 or SG$ 2,599.
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Head over to our in-depth M5 MacBook Pro review now to find out if this is your GadgetMatch.
Most especially, if it’s worth the upgrade for both Intel and M1 users.
Features
ASUS ExpertBook P5: Built for Power, Durability, and Security
Tough, secure, and ready for AI-powered work.
Your flagship business laptop may be powerful — but is it also durable and secure?
Meet the new ASUS ExpertBook P5, the headliner of ASUS’ latest productivity lineup. Designed for today’s business professionals, this machine redefines what it means to be a true flagship for work.
Tough enough for business
While most laptops in this segment deliver expected performance and AI computing power, ASUS goes a step further with enterprise-level security and military-grade durability.
The ExpertBook P5 complies with US Military Grade Standards and has passed more than 20 rigorous tests, proving just how tough it really is.
ASUS didn’t stop there — the brand subjected its new laptops to even more punishing trials:
- The hinge was opened and closed 50,000 times.
- The display was held from its tip — no cracks, no breaks.
- Metal-reinforced ports were pushed to the limit.
- The laptop has even been stood on and kept going.
- Its spill-resistant keyboard survived splashes and stayed functional.
Accidents happen, but with the ExpertBook P5, you know your laptop is built to take a beating.
If you work under pressure, your laptop should too.
Security that goes beyond the basics
Durability is only part of the story. The ASUS ExpertBook P5 also comes with enterprise-grade protection powered by ExpertGuardian — a robust security suite designed to keep business users safe.
It features a BIOS that meets top-tier security standards, and with Windows 11 out of the box, it’s fortified against both firmware attacks and software threats.
ASUS also offers five years of BIOS and driver support, along with a free year of McAfee+ Premium to further protect your data and devices.
Power that keeps up with you
Performance is at the core of every ExpertBook, and the P5 doesn’t disappoint. It’s powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, capable of handling intensive workloads and local AI processing with ease.
This power is paired with impressive energy efficiency and long battery life, ensuring you stay productive longer.
Connectivity is equally future-ready — the ExpertBook P5 is Wi-Fi 7 compatible, providing faster and smoother wireless performance wherever you go.
Designed for professionals
The chassis has been thoughtfully designed for flexibility and longevity. Users can expand memory and storage over time, and the improved ExpertCool system ensures better airflow and cooling during long hours of work.
Up front, you get an anti-glare display with up to 2.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate — perfect for clear visuals during meetings or even the occasional gaming session.
All the essential ports and connectors are neatly arranged around the edges, offering full support for your peripherals and accessories.
Despite all that, the ExpertBook P5 remains sleek and lightweight, thanks to its aluminum body — an ideal travel companion for business trips.
Smarter meetings with AI
When it comes to AI, the P5 truly lives up to its “all-in-one” business promise.
It comes equipped with ExpertMeet, ASUS’ suite of AI-powered collaboration tools designed to elevate your meetings.
With ExpertMeet, the P5 can:
- Clean up audio, block background noise, and recognize speakers.
- Transcribe meetings instantly.
- Translate subtitles for calls and recordings in real time.
On the Copilot+ side, users can access Windows Studio Effects and other AI-driven enhancements for communication and productivity.
Premium performance without the premium price
The ASUS ExpertBook P5 is packed with flagship features — minus the flagship price tag. In the Philippines, it starts at PhP 82,995.
Expert-crafted. AI-powered. Built for worry-free business. From performance to AI, efficiency to durability, and security to style — the ASUS ExpertBook P5 has all bases covered.
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