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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

  • ColorBlack / Silver
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 2nd Gen
  • Processor NameIntel Core i5-2520M
  • Turbo Frequency3.20 GHz
  • Number of Cores2

Options 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.

Highlights

  • 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

Specifications

BrandPanasonic
SeriesToughbook
ModelToughbook CF-53
Part NumberCF-53 MK1
ColorBlack / Silver
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 2nd Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i5-2520M
Turbo Frequency3.20 GHz
Number of Cores2
Smart Cache3 MB
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeHD
Resolution1366 x 768
GPU/VPUIntel HD Graphics 3000
Graphic TypeIntel HD Graphics 3000
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256 GB SSD
Memory8GB
Optical Drive TypeDVD Multi-Drive
LANGigabit Ethernet/LAN (RJ-45)
WLAN802.11a/g/n Wireless LAN
BluetoothBluetooth 2.1
USB(1) USB 3.0 (2) USB 2.0
Video PortVGA, HDMI
HDMIYes
Other port(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 ConnectorYes
Audio Ports1x Headphone Jack, 1x Microphone Jack
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamNo
Card ReaderSD Card Slot
StyleToughbook, Rugged Laptop
TypeWorkstation
Dimensions (W x D x H)13.4" x 11.1" x 2.2"
Weight5.8 lbs

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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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