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DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop
The Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop is designed to thrive in harsh environments, making it the go-to choice for professionals who need reliable, high-performance computing in extreme conditions. Powered by the latest 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors and offering up to 64GB of DDR4 memory, this semi-rugged laptop ensures top-tier performance, whether you’re in the field or the office.
With MIL-STD-810H and IP-53 certifications, the Latitude 5430 Rugged is built to withstand drops, dust, and water. Its 14” Full HD display, featuring an optional 1100-nit brightness and glove-capable touchscreen, allows easy use even in direct sunlight. Stay connected with optional 5G and FirstNet™ Ready capabilities, ensuring mission-critical connectivity no matter where the job takes you.
For all-day productivity, the laptop offers dual hot-swappable batteries with up to 25 hours of runtime. Enhanced security features like integrated smart card readers and Dell Data Protection keep your data safe, while Dell Optimizer ensures maximum efficiency with features like ExpressCharge™ and ExpressConnect™.
Whether you’re in manufacturing, military, or emergency services, the Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop delivers dependable performance you can trust—anytime, anywhere.
Latitude 5430 Features
- Powerful Performance
- Rugged Durability: MIL-STD-810H
- 14" FHD Outdoor-Viewable Display
- 5G-Ready Connectivity
- Extended Battery Life
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Processor Options
11th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7, 8 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 2.40 GHz to 4.20 GHz, 28 W 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-1145G7, vPro®, 8 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 2.60 GHz to 4.40 GHz, 28 W 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-1185G7, vPro®, 12 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 3.0 GHz to 4.80 GHz, 28 W
Operating System Options
Windows 11 Home, 64-bit Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit Windows 10 Pro with Windows 11 License 64-bit Ubuntu Linux (available via downloadable file)
Memory Options
8 GB / 16 GB / 32 GB / 64 GB DDR4, 3200 MHz SoDIMM, non-ECC, dual-channel
Graphics
Integrated: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics Discrete (optional): NVIDIA T500, 4GB GDDR6 (Available with i7 CPU only)
Display
14.0” FHD, 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz, anti-glare, non- touch, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, wide-viewing angle screen 14.0” FHD, 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz, touch, 1100 nits, 100% sRGB, wide-viewing angle, outdoor viewable screen (optional)
Storage
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB M.2 2230, PCIe NVMe SSD, Class 35 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB M.2 2280, PCIe NVMe SSD, Class 40 512 GB M.2 2280, PCIe NVMe SSD, self-encrypting drive, Class 40
Audio
Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio® Pro, 2 W x 2 = 4 W total (Realtek® ALC3254)
Battery
3-cell, 53.5 Wh, lithium ion, ExpressCharge™ (supports up to two hot-swappable batteries) 3-cell, 53.5 Wh, lithium ion, Long Life Cycle (supports up to two hot-swappable batteries)
Power
65 W AC adapter, USB-C 90 W 461G AC adapter, USB-C
Connectivity
Wireless Options: Intel® AX210, 2x2 MIMO, 2400 Mbps, 2.4/5/6 GHz, Wi-Fi 6E (WiFi 802.11ax) with optional Bluetooth Optional Mobile Broadband Options: Qualcomm SDX20 4G LTE, Up to 1.2 Gbps, 5x20 MHz Qualcomm SDX55 5G, Up to 3 Gbps, 7x20 MHz GPS: Discrete U-BLOX GPS (optional) Configurable Triple Pass-Through
Camera
No camera + No microphone option 720p at 30 fps, HD RGB camera (optional) 1080p at 30 fps, FHD RGB/IR camera (optional)
Keyboard
Internal sealed non-backlit Internal sealed RGB backlit (optional) Rubberized backlit keyboard (optional)
Ports, Slots & Peripherals
Ports: RJ45 Ethernet port (1), USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (1), USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare (1), Thunderbolt 4/USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with PowerDelivery 3.0 (1), Thunderbolt 4/USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with PowerDelivery 3.0 (1 - Optional), HDMI 2.0 port (1), RS232 serial port (1), Combo headphone & microphone port (1), Optional I/O bay - choose from: RJ-45/ USB Type-A/Native Serial/Fischer USB 3.0 9-pin/blank Slots: Micro SD card slot (1), Nano SIM card slot (1), Smart card reader slot (1 - optional), Contactless card reader (1 - optional), Kensington lock slot (1)
Security
Steel reinforced cable lock slot, Optional Security includes: Fingerprint reader, Contactless or Contacted SmartCard reader, TPM 2.0, ControlVault™ advanced authentication, Dell Security Tools, Dell Data Protection | Encryption, NIST SP800-147 secure platform, Dell Backup and Recovery
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 1.32 in (33.6 mm) Width: 13.38 in (340 mm) Depth: 8.66 in (220 mm)
Regulatory
Regulatory model: P148G Regulatory type: P148G001 Energy Star 8.0, EPEAT Silver MIL-STD-810H testing11: Transit drop 36”/.91m; single unit; 26 drops, operating drop (36”/0.91m), blowing dust, vibration, functional shock, humidity, altitude, thermal extremes Operating thermal range**: -20°F to 145°F (-29°C to 63°C); Non-operating range: -60°F to 160°F (-51°C to 71°C) IEC 60529 ingress protection¹: IP-53 (dust-protected, protected against splashing water from any direction)
The DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the Latitude 5430 is commonly used:
These examples highlight the versatility of the DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop across a range of market applications, with its potential extending far beyond the sectors listed here. For more information or to assess if this Rugged Laptop fits your specific needs, please contact us.
The DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop comes with a 1 Year Limited With Option to Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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