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Black rugged 14 inch laptop with non-touch FHD screen and thick protective chassis

DELL

DELL Latitude Rugged 5424 laptop, Core i7-8650U, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, 14.0" FHD non-touch, Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-M5V5-NNVJ8

A rugged 14.0-inch laptop with a quad-core Intel Core i7-8650U up to 4.2 GHz, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro for harsh environments

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

RAM 16GB

SSD 512GB

Screen Non Touch Screen

  • Quad-core i7-8650U up to 4.2 GHz handles demanding workloads
  • 0" 1920x1080 FHD non-touch display readable in sunlight
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking responsive
  • 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Rugged chassis tested to military-grade standards for harsh environments

Rugged laptop for field work

The DELL Latitude Rugged 5424 is a 14.0-inch laptop built for harsh environments with specialised chassis construction and rigorous component qualification. It targets professionals who need a device that can endure tough conditions while concentrating on their work. The system runs Windows 11 Pro on an Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor with 8MB L2 cache and speeds up to 4.20 GHz.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles visual output on the FHD 1920 x 1080 non-touch display without a discrete GPU adding heat. The 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U processor operates within its thermal envelope for sustained performance during typical business tasks. DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD contribute to lower power draw compared to mechanical drives.

256GB SSD capacity decides fit

The single 256GB solid-state drive determines whether this unit suits your storage needs for local files and applications. Buyers who want more storage capacity should look elsewhere because no additional drive bays or larger SSD options are described in the specifications. The 16GB DDR4 memory is soldered and not user-expandable.

How it compares

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

Price $661.99
Pricier than about 55% 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 lineRugged 14
Model nameLatitude
Part number5424
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeWork / Business
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8650U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor L2 cache8 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports3 x USB 3.0 Type A, and 1 x USB Type C
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt
Video outputs1 x HDMI
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Additional ports1 x Serial Port
Audio jacks1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.7 × 9.6 × 1.7
Product weight6–6.9 lb (2.72–3.13 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 16GB DDR4 memory in the Latitude 5424, and what step do people often miss?

Remove the bottom cover, insert the DDR4 module at an angle until it clicks, then secure the retaining clips; the step often missed is fully seating both clips before reassembling the chassis.

Which component in the Latitude 5424 will need replacement first under normal use?

The internal battery pack will need replacement first, as its capacity degrades with charge cycles while the 256GB SSD and soldered DDR4 memory have no moving parts to wear out.

What thermal limit appears first when the Core i7-8650U runs sustained workloads on this rugged chassis?

The processor hits its 4.2 GHz turbo ceiling and then throttles to maintain safe temperatures, so sustained performance settles below the peak turbo frequency.

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