Best rugged laptops
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You can compare the detailed characteristics of the models from the review in the summary table of rugged laptops. The entire range of current laptop offers is presented in the catalog section of the same name. And “How to find exactly the laptop you need?” - read in a separate article.
The fashionable business laptop MSI Prestige 14 Evo B13M was created on the basis of the Intel Evo platform, which optimizes the operation of the device and applications at the hardware and software level. And this is by no means the only significant advantage of the laptop.
An interesting feature of the laptop is that the lid opens 180°. Moreover, in the standard opening version, the lower part of the screen slightly raises the laptop above the table surface to ensure better air circulation. The display resolution is not quite standard - 1920x1200 pixels, and the refresh rate is quite ordinary (60 Hz). A separate line on the screen indicates the improved color gamut - 100% sRGB scheme.
In terms of hardware, the model has a 12-core processor based on the Intel Raptor Lake (13th Gen) hybrid architecture. This is a Core i5-13500H chipset with support for 16 threads and clock frequencies ranging from 1.9 GHz to 4.7 GHz. The processor is supported by 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512 GB SSD storage. There was no room for a slot for a second drive in the slender body of the model. The laptop will handle any office applications, graphics and video processing programs, and will allow you to run undemanding games (for example, Counter Strike 2). In general, the model is focused on performing standard tasks and typical workloads.
Since the laptop is positioned as a business tool, important attention is paid to security. The device has a fingerprint sensor and a face scanner, as well as a Full HD webcam with a shutter. The model's additional assets include a card reader, Wi-Fi 6E, two Thunderbolt v4 ports, and even stereo speakers with DTS audio decoders. The laptop case is slightly soiled and weighs 1.49 kg. A capacious battery was placed inside the laptop, providing up to 16 hours of autonomy. And in exactly one hour, the energy reserves in the battery cells are replenished by 80%. On top, all this is flavored with MIL-STD-810 case protection, so that you can take your laptop with you to the office, travel, or business meetings without the slightest fear.
Asus ZenBook 14 OLED UX3402VA is a sophisticated business laptop for any everyday work and multimedia entertainment. The model won't work except for games. However, it was not created for them.
The most important advantage of the ultrabook is rightfully considered to be a bright 14-inch diagonal OLED panel with a resolution of 2880x1800 pixels and a refresh rate of 90 Hz. The display's color gamut covers 100% of the DCI-P3 gamut, the display is also Pantone Validated, and its peak brightness in HDR mode reaches 550 cd/m². The color accuracy of the screen is close to the reference, which allows you to work professionally with graphics.
The model did not let us down in terms of hardware either. The laptop relies on the strength and power of a 12-core Intel Core i5-1340P with support for 16 threads and integrated Iris Xe graphics. Non-expandable memory on board the laptop is represented by 16 GB of LPDDR5-4800 RAM and 512 GB SSD M.2 storage. At the same time, the model will delight you with a variety of connection interfaces - the Asus ZenBook 14 OLED UX3402VA has two USB4 ports with Thunderbolt v4, one USB 3.2 gen2, HDMI v 2.1, a card reader slot, wireless communications Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth v 5.3.
The laptop is made in an aluminium alloy case with a thickness of 17 mm and a weight of 1.39 kg. At the same time , the model has acquired reliable MIL-STD-810H protection. The list of positive qualities of the laptop includes Harman Kardon stereo speakers, a Full HD webcam with a protective shutter, a fingerprint scanner, and fast charging of a long-lasting battery. On a full battery charge, up to 19 hours of autonomy are promised. In reality, this figure is an order of magnitude less, but the model will definitely last a full working day without the slightest difficulty.
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The emphasis in the HP ProBook line of laptops is on convenience, reliability and data protection. All this is harmoniously combined in the 450 G10 model with a 15.6-inch IPS screen, balanced hardware components and all the necessary communications.
The laptop has a Full HD screen with traditional 16:9 aspect ratio (1920x1080 pixels). The display has a refresh rate of 60 Hz, a peak brightness threshold of 250 cd/m², and color rendering is 45% NTSC - nothing outstanding, but not downright bad either. The laptop's keyboard is full-size, with a separate Num block and pleasant white backlighting of the buttons. In addition , the keyboard boasts moisture protection - accidentally spilled liquids on it will not harm the laptop. In the center of the keyboard you can see a proprietary red trackpoint for controlling the cursor on the screen without using a mouse or touchpad.
The configuration of the HP ProBook 450 G10 is very vigorous - a 10-core 12-thread Intel Core i5-1335U chip, integrated Iris Xe graphics, 16 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and a 512 GB SSD M.2 data drive. The laptop solves casual and office tasks without the slightest hitch, and if desired, it will also work for undemanding games of yesteryear.
Physical connection interfaces are distributed along the side edges of the model’s body: two full-size USB ports, a couple of USB type C, HDMI version 2.1, an Ethernet connector with a data exchange capacity of 1 Gbit/s. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth v 5.3 modules are responsible for the laptop’s wireless communications. The model also has a fingerprint scanner. As for autonomy, the laptop stays afloat for up to 13 hours in light load mode. In half an hour, the device’s battery can be charged halfway, and for this it is supposed to use the USB type C port with charging via the Power Delivery protocol.
In the thin case of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G4 ultrabook, AMD managed to put powerful components, a capacious battery and an expanded set of security modules - yet we are faced with a representative of the business segment of laptops.
Several important systems are responsible for the safety of the model. Firstly, there is a fingerprint scanner and an IR camera with support for Windows Hello. The main webcam of the device is hidden behind a mechanical curtain, and filming is carried out on it in frame resolution up to Full HD. The second important safety attribute is a shockproof housing with protection according to the requirements of the American military standard MIL-STD-810. You shouldn’t intentionally drop a laptop, but its body should be able to withstand accidental drops. In addition, the model has a waterproof keyboard. And thirdly, the laptop has a Kensington lock and a TPM data encryption module.
The model is powered by a 6-core Ryzen 5 PRO 7540U processor with Zen 4 Phoenix architecture. All chip cores support multi-threading, and their clock speed can vary from 3.2 to 4.9 GHz (in overclocking mode). The 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 RAM is also responsible for the performance of the laptop, but it cannot be upgraded. The laptop will be a good choice for office workers, students and teachers, copywriters and coders - the model overcomes the corresponding tasks without the slightest hitch.
The laptop has an IPS screen with a stretched aspect ratio of 16:9 and a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. The disadvantages of the display are modest color reproduction (45% NTSC) and standard 60 Hz scan frequency. However, the model’s screen has a high-quality anti-reflective coating and has a decent brightness reserve. The laptop's wireless interfaces are represented by Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth v 5.3 modules. The laptop is powered by a 53 Wh battery with charging up to 80% in exactly 1 hour. The model comes with a pre-installed Windows 11 Pro system, but it is better to clarify this point with the seller of the product at the stage of agreeing on the order.
Laptops from the Asus TUF Gaming league are assembled in durable metal-plastic cases that are certified according to the MIL-STD-810G standard and can be used to work in adverse conditions. Model FA507NU is exactly like this.
The laptop has everything a gamer needs: an 8-core 16-thread Ryzen 7 7735HS processor based on Zen3+ Rembrandt R architecture, a discrete NVIDIA GeForce 4050 video card with 6 GB of GDDR6 video memory, 16 GB of the fastest DDR5-4800 RAM. Data is supposed to be stored in a 512 GB M.2 SSD drive. By the way, the memory of the model is expandable. The hot dust of the “iron” components is cooled by an effective cooling system of heat pipes and a pair of fans. Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2023) FA507NU produces consistently high fps in modern gaming industry projects when gaming at high graphics settings in Full HD resolution.
The screen of the model stretches diagonally by 15.6 inches. The backing for it was an IPS matrix with Full HD resolution and accurate color reproduction (100% coverage of the sRGB space). Moreover, the display supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz, which is important for dynamic games. The only thing the screen lacks is a higher peak brightness threshold. To match the display, the laptop has high-quality speakers with Dolby Atmos. The gaming ins and outs of the laptop are emphasized by a comfortable keyboard with RGB backlighting.
On board the Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2023) FA507NU there are two USB A ports, a couple of USB type C (including one USB4), an HDMI v 2.1 connector, and a gigabit LAN port. Wireless communication with the World Wide Web is provided by a Wi-Fi 6 controller. Models and a webcam for video communication were delivered. Finally, a powerful 90 Wh battery with support for fast charging (from zero to half in 30 minutes) was packed into the rugged case of the laptop. The laptop is definitely a competitive solution among entry-to-mid-range gaming models.
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