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Gray rugged laptop, 14 inch touchscreen, thick chassis, handle attached

DELL

DELL Latitude Rugged 5420 laptop i5-8350U 16GB 512GB 14" FHD Touch

SKU CH-PW0Q-QDA11

A rugged 14-inch touchscreen laptop with a quad-core i5-8350U, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD, built for harsh environments

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i5-8350U

RAM 16GB

SSD 512GB

Screen Touch Screen

  • Rugged chassis tested for hazardous environments
  • Quad-core i5-8350U reaches 3.6 GHz turbo
  • 14" FHD touchscreen with 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • 16 GB memory and 512 GB SSD included
  • Removable PCIe storage bay plus optional RJ-45

Built for Field Work

The Dell Latitude Rugged 5420 is a 14-inch touchscreen laptop designed for professionals who operate in harsh environments. Its reinforced chassis meets military-grade durability standards for shock, vibration and extreme temperatures. A quad-core Intel Core i5-8350U processor running at 1.7 GHz with a 3.6 GHz turbo frequency powers business applications. The 16 GB memory and 512 GB SSD provide responsive multitasking and fast boot times.

Thermals and Power

The ruggedised cooling system manages heat from the 4-core processor without exposing internal components to dust or moisture. Fan noise remains low during typical office workloads such as document editing or video calls. Under sustained heavy loads the system throttles performance to stay within thermal limits. The 3-cell battery supports mobile shifts away from fixed power outlets.

Ports and Expansion

A removable PCIe storage bay allows quick drive swaps in the field without tools. Integrated SD and SIM card slots enable data transfer and cellular connectivity on the go. Optional RJ-45 Ethernet, VGA, DisplayPort and Fischer USB modules tailor the I/O to specific job requirements. Standard HDMI, USB 3.0 Type-A and Type-C ports cover everyday peripherals.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $527.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineLatitude
Model nameLatitude Rugged 5420 Laptop
Part numberLatitude Rugged 5420 Laptop
Product typeWorkstation
Design styleStandard
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorGray
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8350U
CPU cores4
Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
Processor codenameCoffee Lake
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputTouch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

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Questions about this item

How do I install the optional second serial, VGA, DisplayPort or Fischer USB module on the Latitude Rugged 5420?

Remove the modular port cover on the rear, align the module with the internal connector and press firmly until it clicks, then secure the single captive screw — skipping the screw leaves the port loose and breaks the rugged seal.

Which user-replaceable parts will need attention after extended use on the Latitude Rugged 5420?

The two hot-swappable 3-cell batteries degrade first; the removable PCIe storage bay and optional stylus nibs are the only other field-replaceable items.

What performance limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on the Latitude Rugged 5420?

The 1.7 GHz base clock on the quad-core i5-8350U is the ceiling once thermal headroom is used up, because the sealed chassis cannot sustain the 3.6 GHz turbo indefinitely.

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