Dell introduced two new rugged laptops designed for field workers who need reliable hardware in harsh environments. The Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and Dell Pro Rugged 14 both use 3rd Gen Intel Core Ultra processors to handle demanding tasks outside the office. These machines target buyers who require durable devices for industrial or outdoor use cases.
Dell introduces two new rugged laptops with Intel Core Ultra processors
The Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme features a fully rugged design that withstands dust, water, and drops from 1.8 meters. It includes a 13.3-inch touch screen with 1400 nits of brightness for visibility in direct sunlight. This model also carries an IP66 rating and is safe for use in explosive environments.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme | Dell Pro Rugged 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Durability | Fully rugged, IP66, 1.8m drop | Semi-rugged, IP53, 0.9m drop |
| Display | 13.3-inch, 1400 nits, Touch | 14-inch, 1100 nits, FHD+, Touch optional |
| Memory | LPDDR5X (On-board) | LPCAMM2 modules |
| GPU | Integrated | Optional NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 |
The Dell Pro Rugged 14 takes a semi-rugged approach with an IP53 rating and resistance to drops from 0.9 meters. It uses a 14-inch FHD+ panel with 1100 nits of brightness and optional touch support. The laptop incorporates LPCAMM2 memory modules and offers an optional NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 Laptop GPU for graphics performance.
Both laptops include smart card readers, fingerprint scanners, and infrared face recognition for secure access. Users can configure either model with optional 5G connectivity for mobile internet access. We have covered similar business laptops like the Dell Pro 3 and Pro 5 in our earlier Dell coverage.
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