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Black semi-rugged laptop with 14.0 inch HD screen, silver accents and backlit keyboard

Panasonic

Panasonic Toughbook CF-53 MK1 i5-2520M 8GB 256GB SSD 14.0" HD Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-PYHZ-95YQP

Semi-rugged laptop with MIL-STD-810G certification, Intel Core i5-2520M processor, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 256GB SSD and 14.0" HD display

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 2nd Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 3000
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 8GB/256GB

  • Semi-rugged MIL-STD-810G design withstands drops and spills
  • Intel Core i5-2520M reaches 3.20 GHz turbo for responsive performance
  • 8 GB DDR3 and 256 GB SSD deliver fast multitasking and storage
  • Emissive backlit keyboard enables work in low-light conditions
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides professional features out of the box

Semi-rugged laptop for field work

The Panasonic Toughbook CF-53 MK1 is a semi-rugged 14.0 inch laptop certified to MIL-STD-810G for drop and spill resistance. It runs Windows 10 Pro 64-bit on an Intel Core i5-2520M processor with two cores and a turbo frequency of 3.20 GHz. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 handles the 1366 x 768 non-touch display. The system includes 8GB DDR3 memory and a 256GB SSD.

Ports and expansion for legacy gear

Connectivity covers modern and older peripherals with one USB 3.0 port, three USB 2.0 ports, HDMI, VGA, RJ-45 Ethernet, serial, a docking connector, audio jacks, an SD card slot, one PC Card Type II slot and one ExpressCard/54 slot. Wireless uses Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1. A long-life 10.8V lithium-ion battery rated at 6750 mAh typical capacity powers the unit.

Suits mobile workers needing durability

This laptop fits technicians, engineers and field staff who need a durable machine with legacy I/O for industrial equipment or serial devices. Buyers who want a touchscreen, higher resolution panel, lighter ultrabook chassis or modern high-speed wireless standards should look at something else. The unit ships with an AC adapter and carries a 90-day warranty.

How it compares

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Price $402.99
Cheaper than about 69% 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 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePanasonic
Product lineToughbook
Model nameToughbook CF-53
Part numberCF-53 MK1
Product colorBlack / Silver
Design styleToughbook, Rugged Laptop
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 2nd Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-2520M
CPU cores2
Turbo clock speed3.2 GHz
Shared CPU cache3 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Optical driveDVD Multi-Drive
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 3000
Graphics typeIntel HD Graphics 3000
Audio & video
Web cameraNo
Connectivity
LAN connectionGigabit Ethernet/LAN (RJ-45)
Wi-Fi802.11a/g/n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support2.1
Ports & slots
USB ports(1) USB 3.0 (2) USB 2.0
Video outputsVGA, HDMI
HDMI portsYes
Additional ports(1) USB 3.0, (3) USB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet (RJ-45), serial, docking connector, headphones jack, microphone jack, SD card slot, (1) PC card type II, (1) ExpressCard/54
Docking portYes
Audio jacks1x Headphone Jack, 1x Microphone Jack
Memory card readerSD Card Slot
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.4 in × 11.1 in × 2.2 in
Product weight5.8 lb (2.63 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

Does the i5-2520M hit its 3.20 GHz turbo ceiling before the cooling system throttles it back?

The processor reaches 3.20 GHz with Turbo Boost; the semi-rugged chassis and MIL-STD-810G thermal design sustain that speed for typical workloads without immediate throttling.

How loud is the fan and what surface temperature should I expect after a full day of office work?

Fan noise stays low during light use; the magnesium-alloy case spreads heat so the keyboard deck remains warm but comfortable after extended operation.

Which cables and peripherals do I already need to use the USB 3.0, HDMI and docking connector on day one?

Bring a USB 3.0 device cable, an HDMI lead for external video and a compatible Panasonic docking station to use the proprietary docking connector.

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