- Laptop Clamshell Black, Grey
- Intel Core Ultra 5 235H Processor cores: 14
- Touchscreen 35.6 cm (14") WUXGA 1920 x 1200 pixels LCD
- 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM
- 512 GB SSD
- Intel Arc 140T
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Ethernet LAN 10,100,1000 Mbit/s Bluetooth 5.4
- Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
The ergonomic laptop engineered for motion.
The TOUGHBOOK 56 is a rugged yet portable 14” laptop, designed to endure demanding conditions while remaining sleek and ergonomic. With hot-swappable batteries providing up to 24 hours of operation and modular expansion options, it adapts to the needs of workers on the move.
An ergonomic leap
Packed with ErgoGrip features, the lightweight TOUGHBOOK 56 makes daily field work easier and more comfortable. The patented wide, textured ErgoGrip handle reduces fatigue & slipping during prolonged carrying; the latch-free screen enables fast one-hand opening - even with gloves; and the ErgoGrip touchpad prevents accidental presses, even when wearing gloves or when you’re not looking.
Flexible by design
The TOUGHBOOK 56 features a fully modular architecture built for diverse needs. With three expansion areas and a wide range of port options, users can easily integrate specialised modules, connect peripherals, or configure the device for multiple roles - helping organizations standardize devices while maximizing versatility.
Stay charged, stay productive
Stay productive anywhere without worrying about power. The TOUGHBOOK 56 supports hot-swappable dual batteries, delivering up to 24 hours of runtime (Mobile Mark™ 30) 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.
New levels of power
Whether you’re working with intensive graphics or large files, TOUGHBOOK 56 delivers next-generation performance for modern, AI-driven workflows, without depending on the cloud.
A Panasonic-designed heat dissipation system moves heat away from the Intel Core™ Ultra Processor and optional AMD Radeon™ Pro, allowing for even higher sustained performance.
Ready for any input
With the new optional Auto Touch Mode the screen autodetects hand, glove, or pen use, ensuring precise control every time. Combined with a high resolution and brightness 14-inch 16:10 WUXGA widescreen, it provides expanded screen space and reliable interaction in any environment.
Mobility meets strength
Built for mobility and engineered for resilience, the TOUGHBOOK 56 features a reinforced X-shaped magnesium chassis. With new sliding port cover design, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461G and IP53 resistance, it’s ready to endure tough conditions, accidental drops, and electromagnetic interference.
MIL-STD461G RE102 Level 3 only, on project base.
Protection at every layer
Microsoft Secured Core PC protects users and data at every layer with identity-first authentication, including Windows Hello facial recognition, fingerprint, and smart card support, defending against theft, compromise, and phishing. Windows 11 security protects against rootkit and boot-level attacks, while the latest Intel CPU and optimized BIOS reduce driver, firmware, and device-level threats - delivering end-to-end protection.
Connect on & off the grid
Unlock new connectivity with the world’s first laptop to combine Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 readiness, supporting up to three simultaneous LAN connections (up to 10Gb), and offering a full suite of wired networking options. Integrated optional 4G/5G with private-5G support ensures reliable connectivity even off the grid.
Stick to your ecosystem
Protect your investments with backwards compatibility to existing vehicle docks, adapters, batteries and chargers and most expansion packs, allowing organisations to upgrade without replacing established infrastructure.
| Design |
| Product type |
Laptop |
| Product colour |
Black, Grey |
| Form factor |
Clamshell |
| Rugged design |
Yes |
| Display |
| Display diagonal |
35.6 cm (14") |
| Display resolution |
1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
| HD type |
WUXGA |
| Panel type |
LCD |
| Display brightness |
1000 cd/m² |
| Processor |
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel |
| Processor family |
Intel Core Ultra 5 |
| Processor generation |
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor model |
235H |
| Processor cores |
14 |
| Processor threads |
14 |
| Performance cores |
4 |
| Efficient cores |
8 |
| Low Power Efficient-cores |
2 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency |
5 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency |
4.4 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency |
2.5 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency |
2.4 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency |
1.8 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency |
700 MHz |
| Processor cache |
18 MB |
| Processor cache type |
Smart Cache |
| Maximum turbo power |
115 W |
| Processor base power |
28 W |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) |
Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support |
Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support |
Yes |
| AI datatype support on NPU |
Int8 |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU |
DirectML, ONNX RT, OpenVINO, WebGPU, WebNN, Windows ML |
| Total processor performance up to |
94 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to |
13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to |
74 TOPs |
| Memory |
| Internal memory |
16 GB |
| Internal memory type |
DDR5-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory |
64 GB |
| Storage |
| Total storage capacity |
512 GB |
| Storage media |
SSD |
| Number of SSDs installed |
1 |
| SSD capacity |
512 GB |
| NVMe |
Yes |
| Graphics |
| On-board graphics card |
Yes |
| Discrete graphics card |
No |
| Discrete graphics card model |
Not available |
| On-board graphics card family |
Intel Arc Graphics |
| On-board graphics card model |
Intel Arc 140T |
| Audio |
| Audio system |
MaxxAudio |
| Camera |
| Front camera |
Yes |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) |
5 MP |
| Infrared (IR) camera |
Yes |
| Privacy camera |
Yes |
| Privacy type |
Privacy shutter |
| Network |
| Top Wi-Fi standard |
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards |
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller model |
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 |
| Ethernet LAN |
Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| Ports & interfaces |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
1 |
| HDMI ports quantity |
1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity |
2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 |
Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port |
Yes |
| Keyboard |
| Keyboard backlit |
Yes |
| Numeric keypad |
No |
| Software |
| Operating system installed |
Windows 11 Pro |
| Operating system architecture |
64-bit |
| Battery |
| Battery replacement accessibility |
End-user |
| Removable battery |
Yes |
| Battery recharge time |
3 h |
| Power |
| AC adapter frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage |
100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter output current |
7.05 A |
| AC adapter output voltage |
15.6 V |
| Security |
| Windows Hello |
Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version |
2.0 |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) |
Yes |
| Operational conditions |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
-29 - 60 °C |
| Drop proof |
91 cm |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Width |
345 mm |
| Depth |
272 mm |
| Height |
36.3 mm |
| General |
| Product family |
Toughbook |
| Packaging content |
| AC adapter included |
Yes |
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