Dell Pro Rugged 14 Laptop

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  • 2025

  • Product
    Consumer Electronics

Commissioned By:

Experience Design Group

Designed In:

United States of America

The new Dell Pro 14 Rugged is a tough product for the toughest environments. Designed for mobility and longevity in the field, the 14-inch laptop is created specifically for demanding jobs in challenging conditions. Boasting outstanding performance and professional graphics, the system is also completely configurable.


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  • Three key design tenets for the project were that the device had to be rugged, robust, and reliable. Small and light, the system is designed for those who are often on the move. The laptop is also now 12% smaller and 8% lighter than its predecessor. With the use of materials like carbon fiber, the Dell Pro 14 Rugged is lightweight and durable, ideal for those on the road. The field-ready laptop is enabled with vehicle docking deployment for safety patrol workers to easily mount on the dashboard. Plus, the smaller footprint makes it easier to view over the dash.

  • A great deal of design attention was put into the various touchpoints of the system to deliver the durability needed for such a specialized product. The geometry of the door pick points, and the function of the seals themselves was iterated in detail to get to the ideal look, feel and function of the final user experience. Other design features like the display latch, removable handle, touchpad and display all had to take gloved use into consideration for the best user experience possible.

  • This product is first and foremost built to last with the intention of keeping the device deployed and in use longer than other traditional laptops. These rugged systems are designed for commercial deployment use in the field, by users such as first responders, military, and public safety industries – and the extended life design plays a key role in these important daily jobs. The Dell Pro 14 Rugged is designed to reduce downtime and the need for repairs, and is crafted from long-lasting, high-quality materials to protect users’ investments.

  • Strong and impact-resistant, the 14-inch laptop is drop tested from 4 to 5 feet. In addition, it has reinforced living hinges and undergoes vibration testing to ensure durability and longevity. Ideal for shift workers who desire continuous power, the hot swap batteries deliver a 23-hour runtime. The powerful, versatile laptop also features 5G and FirstNet emergency network band – ideal for first responders. For those demanding peak productivity anywhere, the system offers customizable memory and SSD, along with Ethernet, I/O, Serial, and two USB-A as standard. A second Ethernet or Serial, and a third USB-A are available via a configurable bay. Key features: -Pogo connector on the bottom of the systems enables easy vehicle docking -Optional removable handle to manage it on the go -Dual hot-swappable batteries that provide never ending power -Tether loops on the corners to attach a variety of accessories like shoulder strap and soft handle -Carbon fiber reinforced display back for added rigidity