Panasonic Laptops

Choose a Panasonic laptop when looking for a rugged mobile computer you can take anywhere. This brand makes very durable laptops for the toughest environments. They're ideal for road warriors and professionals working at remote sites away from their offices. Panasonic makes these computers with sturdy and reinforced materials that can survive accidental drops, dust, and bumps. Browse the large selection of computers at Staples to find rugged Panasonic TOUGHBOOK laptops built for extreme work environments.

Choose between clamshell and convertible Panasonic laptops
A clamshell model is a regular laptop with its screen permanently attached to the keyboard half. A convertible laptop is one that can transform into a tablet computer. Panasonic makes 2-in-1 laptops with screens that fully detach from their keyboards. These hybrid computers have a sleeker design than clamshell models but are smaller and less powerful. Clamshell models offer a more varied port selection and optional features such as DVD and Blu-ray drives.

Consider getting a 2-in-1 Toughbook laptop if you sometimes need a powerful tablet computer when working in the field. Such models are also an excellent fit for professionals who work on their feet. Clamshell models are best for those looking for the most powerful rugged laptops. These units are for professionals who use their computers at desks or on similar surfaces when working at remote sites.

Key features to consider when shopping for a Panasonic laptop
After selecting a form factor, consider screen size. Clamshell models use 13- and 14-inch displays while 2-in-1 units have smaller screens measuring 12 and 10 inches. Panasonic usually offers its laptops with multi-touch and non-touch displays. A touchscreen display makes interacting with screen contents easier. This feature is especially useful in 2-in-1 models when used in tablet mode.

Select a Toughbook unit with the processing power needed for your work. Consider CPU, RAM, and storage when comparing different models. A laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB RAM is fast enough for most users. To run resource-intensive programs, opt for a unit with a Core i7 CPU and 16GB RAM. Panasonic uses solid-state drives (SSDs) in its rugged computers. These are faster and more durable than hard disk drives. While base models have 256GB SSDs, shoppers can easily find units with higher storage capacities or upgrade the included drives.

What operating system do Panasonic laptops run?
These are Windows laptops. They run Windows 10 Pro. The professional edition of Microsoft's operating system has enterprise features needed by professionals and businesses. These include Remote Desktop, Bitlocker, and Group Policy Management.

What connectivity options do Panasonic laptops offer?
These mobile computers have ethernet ports for wired internet connections and Wi-Fi for wireless connectivity. They also feature Bluetooth for connecting to wireless computer peripherals and accessories such as mice and printers. Optional connectivity features include GPS and mobile broadband. Choose a model with a Nano-SIM slot and 4G LTE support to stay connected to the internet when working away from the office.

Are Panasonic laptops bright enough to use in the sun?
Yes. These computers have very bright displays. Display manufacturers describe screen brightness in nits. While regular laptops have screens rated at 300 to 600 nits, Panasonic Toughbook models use displays with maximum brightness between 800 and 1,200 nits. These remain viewable in bright sunlight, making the laptops perfect for outdoor use.