Tech Specs: Operating System: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 10 Pro (downgrade option) | CPU: Intel Core i5-1145G7 vPro, Core i7-1185G7 vPro | GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics • AMD Radeon Pro W6300M | RAM: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB | Camera: 5MP + IR + privacy cover | Battery: 6500mAh (18h, 36h with 2nd battery) | Dimensions: 354mm x 301mm x 54.4mm | Weight: from 7.4lbs
If you need a laptop to brave all elements, including baking heat, heavy rain, or even a dust storm, our choice is Panasonic’s 14-inch Toughbook 40, a fully rugged modular device that can be configured for a wide range of challenging use cases in sectors like the military, police and utility companies. As well as undergoing MIL-STD 810H temperature, humidity, and vibration tests, and carrying an IP66 rating, the Toughbook 40 has been extensively drop-tested from a height of 1.8 meters (6 feet).
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There are multiple configuration options thanks to the Toughbook 40’s modular design. As well as the ability to swap out the main battery, RAM and SSD drives, there are four areas – left and right sides, rear and palm-rest – that can accept a variety of options. These include a second SSD and a second battery, an optical drive, a smart card reader, various combinations of ports, and a fingerprint reader. If that’s not enough, there’s a fully featured desktop port replicator available too, along with an ecosystem of accessories including a vehicle mount and a four-bay battery charger.
Panasonic claims the Toughbook 40 lasts 18 hours on one battery and double that with two batteries installed. There’s even a one-touch Concealed Mode function designed for military operations that disables light and electronic transmissions.
Review: Rugged laptops: Panasonic’s modular Toughbook 40 is built for the toughest use cases
Source : https://www.zdnet.com/article/best-windows-laptop/#ftag=RSSbaffb68
