TOUGHBOOK 55 Series

Laptop Rugged Full-HD Touchscreen 14"

The rugged, customisable laptop for any task.

The TOUGHBOOK 55 is a rugged, portable 14” laptop, designed to endure demanding conditions while remaining sleek and ergonomic. With hot-swappable batteries providing up to 20 hours of operation and modular expansion options, it adapts to your needs - both today and in the future.

Balancing mobility & durability

The TOUGHBOOK 55 strikes the perfect balance between portability and ruggedness, weighing just 2.08kg with a sleek, durable design. Engineered to endure tough conditions, it withstands drops of up to 91cm and is IP53-rated for water and dust resistance. Featuring a built-in carrying handle and covered ports, it offers both durability and ergonomic convenience.

One device, endless possibilities

Customise your TOUGHBOOK 55 with three expansion areas - add a second SSD, smart card reader, fingerprint scanner or DVD multi-drive, along with a dedicated area for various port interfaces including serial port. Easily upgrade RAM and storage to your needs. Swap and change components even after purchase, retrofitting your device to match your evolving job requirements. Future-proof your investment with a laptop that grows with you.

Stay charged, stay productive

Stay productive anywhere without worrying about power. The TOUGHBOOK 55 supports hot-swappable dual batteries, delivering up to 20 hours of runtime to keep you powered through long shifts. Panasonic Safety Technology ensures longevity with Auto-Predictive Monitoring and Active Smart Charging to optimise battery performance and longevity.

Powerful performance

Powered by Intel® Core™ i5 or i7 processors, the TOUGHBOOK 55 delivers exceptional speed and efficiency. Designed for professionals, it balances performance and battery life for demanding workloads. With vPro support, it ensures top-tier security and remote management.

A screen for all conditions

The TOUGHBOOK 55 features a 14-inch HD or Full HD Touch display, built to perform in any lighting. The Full HD Touch model supports both touch and pen input, ideal for diagnostics, fieldwork, and creative tasks. Its included stylus ensures precise note-taking and design work.

Connect without limits

Panasonic’s self-developed, in-house integrated antennas ensure optimal signal strength, even in remote areas. Optional 4G and 5G connectivity, including support for standalone and private 5G networks, keeps you connected wherever work takes you. The 5G module can be installed at purchase or retrofitted post-purchase, giving you the flexibility to upgrade when you need it.

Best-in-class security

The TOUGHBOOK 55 features Microsoft Secured Core PC with secure BIOS and boot-up, and supports Windows Hello (facial recognition) for easy access. Its OPAL SSD, multi-user authentication, and optional smart card and fingerprint readers provide robust security options. Additional protections include conceal mode to dim or turn off visuals and wireless signals, remote wipe, optional Viasat encryption, and customisable component exclusions.

Compare the series

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	55 MK2	55 MK3
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Operation system	Windows 11 Pro / Windows 10 Pro downgrade model optional	Windows 11 Pro
Rugged rating	IP53 / MIL-STD 810H	IP53 / MIL-STD 810H
Drop resistance*	90cm	90cm
Display	14” HD, Full-HD or Full-HD Touch Up to 1.000cd/m² brightness	14” HD or Full-HD Touch Up to 1.000cd/m² brightness
Processor	11th Generation Intel Core i5 vPro	13th Generation Intel Core i5 vPro
RAM	8GB-64GB DDR4	8GB-64GB DDR4
Battery life	19 hours Mobile Mark™ 2014	19 hours Mobile Mark™ 2025
Weight	Starting 2,08kg	Starting 2,08kg
Wireless LAN	Intel® Wi-Fi6 AX201	Intel® Wi-Fi6E AX211
Bluetooth	V5.1 Class 1	V5.3 Class 1
Mobile Broadband	4G	4G or 5G
Dedicated Global Navigation System**	U-Blox M8N	U-Blox M9N

*Tested on plywood (26 drops) MIL-STD 810H Method 516.8 Procedure IV

** Optional

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Tailor your protection

Every TOUGHBOOK is supported by our standard three year ProTect service, but our dedicated maintenance program, ProTect PLUS, offers extra peace of mind – and the flexibility to add the premium service modules you need.

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Operating System	Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
Mobile Computing Platform	Intel® Core™ i5 1345U vPro™ Processor or Intel® Core™ i7 1370P vPro™ Processor
Graphic Chip	Intel® UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel® Processors (Built-in CPU), support Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics when equipped with 2 DIMMs
RAM	16GB DDR4 RAM (max. 64GB)
Storage	512GB NVMe OPAL SSD (max. 2TB)
LCD	HD: 14" Active Matrix (TFT) colour LCD 1366 x 768 pixels (HD) Full-HD Touchscreen: 14" Active Matrix (TFT) colour LCD 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full-HD), capacitive 10 finger Touchscreen, up to 1.000cd/m² brightness
Wireless	Mobile Broadband: 4G or 5G with SIM/eSIM support (5G option available for Universal Bay), Global Positioning*: u-blox NEO-M9N (supports GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo), Wi-Fi: Intel® Wi-Fi6E AX211, Bluetooth: 5.3 Class 1
Interfaces	USB 3.2: x2, Thunderbolt 4: x1, Micro SDXC Memory Card: x1, HDMI : x1, LAN:IEEE 802.3 10Base-T / IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX / IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T (2nd GLAN optional), Dual Path Through Connector*:x1
Left expansion area	TOUGHBOOK Universal Bay**: 2nd SSD, Smart Card Reader, DVD Multi Drive, Blu Ray Drive
Right expansion area	Front Expansion Slot**: 2nd Battery, Fingerprint Reader, HF-RFID Reader (Contactless Smart Card), Smart Card Reader
Rear expansion area	VGA + True Serial + 4th USB 3.2, VGA + True Serial + 2nd native GLAN, VGA + True Serial + Rugged USB 2.0, 4th USB 3.2 + USB Type c
Front Camera	HD Front camera*: 2 MP with IR / privacy shutter (Windows Hello compliant)Full-HD Touchscreen: 2 MP with IR / privacy shutter (Windows Hello compliant)
Sound	MaxxAudio, Headset: x1, Enhanced Voice Recognition*: 2 Microphones (included in Front Camera)
Dimensions: Main Unit (WxHxD)	345mm x 272mm x 32.8mm (without protruding parts)
Weight: Main Unit	HD: Approx. 2.08 kg Full-HD Touchscreen: Approx. 2.22 kg
Power Supply: AC Adaptor	Input: 100V - 240V AC, 50Hz/ 60Hz, Output: 15.6V DC, 7.05A, DC In: x1
Power Supply: Hot Swap	Standby function, ACPI BIOS, Hot Swap*: With 2nd Battery
Drop resistance	91cm
Dust resistance	IP5x
Water resistance	IPx3
Operating temperature	-29°C to +60°C
Included in the box	Power Supply, Power Cord, User Manual + capacitive pen (for Full-HD Touchscreen only)
Integrated options	Port Replicator*: x1
Footnote Description	: Optional, : Exclusive Option, pre-configured or accessory, **: Tested by an independent third party lab following MIL-STD-810H and IEC 60529
Power Supply: Battery	Lithium-Ion 10.8V, 6500mAh (typ.), 6300mAh (min.)