ASUS ExpertBook P3 G1 (P3406CCA) vs ASUS ExpertBook P3 G2 (P3406CMA)
ASUS ExpertBook P3 G2 (P3406CMA) is the newer 14-inch Intel model in the ExpertBook P3 line. Here is how it compares with the ExpertBook P3 G1 (P3406CCA), spec by spec, with India and US pricing:
Price | ||
| Specification | ASUS ExpertBook P3 G1 (P3406CCA) | ASUS ExpertBook P3 G2 (P3406CMA) |
|---|---|---|
| India price | ₹85,990 (Core Ultra 5 225H), ₹92,990 (Core Ultra 7 255H) | Not announced yet |
| India list price (MRP) | ₹1,79,990 (Core Ultra 5 225H), ₹1,92,990 (Core Ultra 7 255H) | Not announced yet |
| India configuration | 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home | Not announced yet |
| US price | Not listed by ASUS US | Not announced yet |
Overview | ||
| Model number | P3406CCA | P3406CMA |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) | Intel Core (Series 3) |
| Screen size | 14 inches | 14 inches |
| Colour | Misty Grey | Misty Grey |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro, Pro Education or Home, or no OS | Windows 11 Pro or Home, or no OS |
Processor | ||
| Processor options | Core Ultra 7 255H, Core Ultra 5 225H | Core 7 350, Core 5 320, Core 3 304 |
| Top processor | Core Ultra 7 255H | Core 7 350 |
| Cores and threads (top) | 16 cores, 16 threads | 6 cores, 6 threads |
| Max boost clock (top) | Up to 5.1 GHz | Up to 4.8 GHz |
| Cache (top) | 24 MB | 6 MB |
| Entry processor | Core Ultra 5 225H: 14 cores, up to 4.9 GHz, 18 MB cache | Core 3 304: 5 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 6 MB cache |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| NPU | Intel AI Boost, up to 13 TOPS | Intel AI Boost |
Display | ||
| Size | 14-inch, 16:10 | 14-inch, 16:10 |
| Higher-end panel | WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 400 nits, 100% sRGB | WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 400 nits, 100% sRGB |
| Standard panel | WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 300 nits, 45% NTSC | WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 300 nits, 45% NTSC |
| Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
| Screen-to-body ratio | 88% | 88% |
Memory and storage | ||
| RAM options | 8GB, 16GB or 32GB DDR5 | 8GB, 16GB or 32GB DDR5 |
| RAM type | DDR5 SO-DIMM, upgradeable | DDR5 SO-DIMM, upgradeable |
| RAM slots | 2 | 1 |
| Max RAM | 64GB | 32GB |
| Storage options | 512GB or 1TB | 256GB or 512GB |
| SSD type | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 |
| SSD slots | 1x M.2 2280 and 1x M.2 2230, PCIe 4.0 | 1x M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4 |
Ports | ||
| Thunderbolt 4 (USB4) | 1x, with display and charging | None |
| USB-C | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2, with display and charging | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2, with display and charging |
| Total USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 TMDS | HDMI 2.1 TMDS |
| Ethernet | RJ45 Gigabit | RJ45 Gigabit |
| Audio jack | 3.5mm combo | 3.5mm combo |
| Security slot | Kensington Nano | Kensington Nano |
Wireless | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (tri-band) or Wi-Fi 6 (dual-band), 2x2 | Wi-Fi 6 (dual-band), 2x2 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
Keyboard, camera and audio | ||
| Keyboard | Chiclet, backlit option | Chiclet, backlit option |
| Key travel | 1.5mm | 1.5mm |
| Spill-resistant keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | In the power key | Not listed |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD | 1080p FHD |
| Windows Hello face login | IR camera option | IR camera option |
| Privacy shutter | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Built-in, Audio by Dirac | Built-in, Dolby Audio Premium |
| Microphones | Array microphone | Array microphone |
Battery and charging | ||
| Battery options | 50Wh (3-cell) or 70Wh (4-cell) | 50Wh (3-cell) or 70Wh (4-cell) |
| Charger | 65W USB-C | 65W USB-C |
Design and durability | ||
| Weight | From 1.43 kg | From 1.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 31.60 x 22.78 x 1.07 to 1.99 cm | 31.60 x 22.78 x 1.07 to 1.99 cm |
| Military-grade testing | MIL-STD-810H, 24 tests | MIL-STD-810H, 24 tests |
Security | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | TPM 2.0 |
| Microsoft Secured-core PC | Not listed | Yes |
| Microsoft Security Level 3 | Yes | Yes |
| ASUS ExpertGuardian | Yes, NIST SP 800-155 | Yes, NIST SP 800-155 |
| Absolute Persistence 2.0 | Yes | Yes |
| Intel Boot Guard and BIOS Guard | Yes | Yes |
| BIOS self-recovery | Yes | Yes |
Software | ||
| Built-in apps | MyASUS, ASUS MyExpert | MyASUS, ASUS MyExpert |
| MyExpert features | SafeGuard Backup, ExpertMeet, Advanced Tool | SafeGuard Backup, File Search, ExpertMeet, Advanced Tool, Knowledge Hub |
Sustainability | ||
| TCO Certified | Generation 10 | Generation 10 |
| Energy Star | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| EPEAT | Not listed | Gold with Climate+ |
| Recycled materials | 28% recycled plastic overall | 25% recycled plastic overall, 30% recycled aluminium |