DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop

Designed for field and industrial deployments, the DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop offers robust computing with an IP-53 sealed chassis to guard against dust and water ingress. Its steel-reinforced frame and MIL-STD-810H certification confirm durability through multiple transit drops and vibration, suitable for continuous-duty use. The laptop sustains performance in temperatures from -29°C to 63°C, making it appropriate for a range of demanding environments.

Usability is enhanced by a 14-inch Full HD display available with touch and outdoor-viewable brightness, supporting glove operation. Hot-swappable batteries extend device runtime, critical for mobile or remote teams. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and optional 5G for reliable communications, while security features include TPM 2.0, smart card readers, and fingerprint options to protect sensitive data. The Latitude 5430 Rugged combines field-ready design with broad input/output support and Intel 11th Gen processors to meet industrial computing needs.

Latitude 5430 Features

  • MIL-STD-810H certified drop and vibration resistance
  • IP-53 rated dust and splash protection
  • Wide temperature operation from -29°C to 63°C
  • Dual hot-swappable batteries for uninterrupted field use
  • 14-inch 1100-nit glove-capable touchscreen
  • Optional 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity
  • Integrated smart card reader and data encryption
  • Robust chassis engineered for industrial deployments

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Product Type

Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Mounting Format

Screen Size

Processor

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

Malaysia

Processor Options

11th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7, 8 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 2.40 GHz to 4.20 GHz, 28 W 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-1145G7, vPro®, 8 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 2.60 GHz to 4.40 GHz, 28 W 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-1185G7, vPro®, 12 MB cache, 4 cores, 8 Threads, 3.0 GHz to 4.80 GHz, 28 W

Operating System Options

Windows 11 Home, 64-bit Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit Windows 10 Pro with Windows 11 License 64-bit Ubuntu Linux (available via downloadable file)

Memory Options

8 GB / 16 GB / 32 GB / 64 GB DDR4, 3200 MHz SoDIMM, non-ECC, dual-channel

Graphics

Integrated: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics Discrete (optional): NVIDIA T500, 4GB GDDR6 (Available with i7 CPU only)

Display

14.0” FHD, 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz, anti-glare, non- touch, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, wide-viewing angle screen 14.0” FHD, 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz, touch, 1100 nits, 100% sRGB, wide-viewing angle, outdoor viewable screen (optional)

Storage

256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB M.2 2230, PCIe NVMe SSD, Class 35 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB M.2 2280, PCIe NVMe SSD, Class 40 512 GB M.2 2280, PCIe NVMe SSD, self-encrypting drive, Class 40

Audio

Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio® Pro, 2 W x 2 = 4 W total (Realtek® ALC3254)

Battery

3-cell, 53.5 Wh, lithium ion, ExpressCharge™ (supports up to two hot-swappable batteries) 3-cell, 53.5 Wh, lithium ion, Long Life Cycle (supports up to two hot-swappable batteries)

Power

65 W AC adapter, USB-C 90 W 461G AC adapter, USB-C

Connectivity

Wireless Options: Intel® AX210, 2x2 MIMO, 2400 Mbps, 2.4/5/6 GHz, Wi-Fi 6E (WiFi 802.11ax) with optional Bluetooth Optional Mobile Broadband Options: Qualcomm SDX20 4G LTE, Up to 1.2 Gbps, 5x20 MHz Qualcomm SDX55 5G, Up to 3 Gbps, 7x20 MHz GPS: Discrete U-BLOX GPS (optional) Configurable Triple Pass-Through

Camera

No camera + No microphone option 720p at 30 fps, HD RGB camera (optional) 1080p at 30 fps, FHD RGB/IR camera (optional)

Keyboard

Internal sealed non-backlit Internal sealed RGB backlit (optional) Rubberized backlit keyboard (optional)

Ports, Slots & Peripherals

Ports: RJ45 Ethernet port (1), USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (1), USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare (1), Thunderbolt 4/USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with PowerDelivery 3.0 (1), Thunderbolt 4/USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with PowerDelivery 3.0 (1 - Optional), HDMI 2.0 port (1), RS232 serial port (1), Combo headphone & microphone port (1), Optional I/O bay - choose from: RJ-45/ USB Type-A/Native Serial/Fischer USB 3.0 9-pin/blank Slots: Micro SD card slot (1), Nano SIM card slot (1), Smart card reader slot (1 - optional), Contactless card reader (1 - optional), Kensington lock slot (1)

Security

Steel reinforced cable lock slot, Optional Security includes: Fingerprint reader, Contactless or Contacted SmartCard reader, TPM 2.0, ControlVault™ advanced authentication, Dell Security Tools, Dell Data Protection

Dimensions & Weight

Encryption, NIST SP800-147 secure platform, Dell Backup and Recovery

Regulatory

Height: 1.32 in (33.6 mm) Width: 13.38 in (340 mm) Depth: 8.66 in (220 mm)

Regulatory model: P148G Regulatory type: P148G001 Energy Star 8.0, EPEAT Silver MIL-STD-810H testing11: Transit drop 36”/.91m; single unit; 26 drops, operating drop (36”/0.91m), blowing dust, vibration, functional shock, humidity, altitude, thermal extremes Operating thermal range**: -20°F to 145°F (-29°C to 63°C); Non-operating range: -60°F to 160°F (-51°C to 71°C) IEC 60529 ingress protection¹: IP-53 (dust-protected, protected against splashing water from any direction)

The DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The Latitude 5430 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the Latitude 5430 is typically used in applications such as Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Inventory Management And Stock Control, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the Latitude 5430 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the Latitude 5430 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop comes with a 1 Year Limited With Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

Do you need further details about the DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?

At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Dell Latitude 5430 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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    • IP-53 sealed chassis for dust and water protection
    • MIL-STD-810H certified for shock and vibration resistance
    • Hot-swappable batteries supporting continuous use
    • Integrated security with TPM 2.0 and smart card readers
    DELL Latitude 5430 Rugged Laptop
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    • MIL-STD-810H certified drop resistance
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