Dell Latitude E6430 ATG

The Dell Latitude E6430 ATG is the latest in a long line of rugged and semi - rugged laptops from Dell . Company got very good at getting some rugged tech used in tanks - such as Dell Latitude E6420 XFR and apply it to the semi - rugged E6430 ATG . Think of business work boots and blue jeans . This pick - up truck laptop , designed to do business where the common risks suit -and - tie - broken laptop . Massive construction is joined by a long - lasting battery , fast solid - state drive , and Intel Core i7 processor , delivers a solid performance in a wide range of opportunities . It was enough to earn our Editors Choice ' for ruggedized laptop .

Design
While the E6430 ATG can not have the boxy look or tank - like survive -it - all Dell XFR ruggedness or the Panasonic Toughbook CF - 31 , it is still a great deal more rugged than your average laptop business . MIL - STD - 810G testing is used to verify that the E6430 ATG will withstand unusual amount of abuse : shock , drops , temperature , and altitude . It is also certified IP5X , a rating that requires meeting stringent requirements for withstanding dust and moisture , to do the most damage by working their way into the insides of the system and wreaking havoc .

The E6430 ATG is hardened from the outside in , starting with an aluminum lid, steel hinges , and magnesium alloy frame . Durable rubber port covers keep out dirt and dust . A layer of plastic armor texture similar to spray - on truck bed liner - covering the edge of the closed laptop , and rubber bumpers on the corners add a bit more protection from drops and mistakes . All of the armor , however , adds the same thickness and weight; thus , the E6430 ATG with a size of 2.6 by 14.5 by 10.5 inches ( HWD ) and weighs a hefty 6.3 pounds .

The 14 - inch 1366 -by - 768 display has an anti -glare coating and an extra bright backlight for very good outdoor visibility , and ensures 180 - degree visibility clarity at any angle . The backlit keyboard is also Spill resistant , and has a pointing stick to join the multitouch touchpad , similar to that seen with the HP EliteBook 8460p .