What you need to know
- Dynabook announced two new Tecra A Series laptops, the Tecra A40-J and A50-J.
- Both laptops have several security features, including TPM 2.0, enterprise-grade encryption, and meeting Microsoft's Secured-core PC requirements.
- The Tecra A40-J and A50-J will be available starting in July 2021.
Dynabook announced its new Tecra A40-J and Tecra A50-J laptops today. The laptops are designed for professional workers and support security features such as enterprise-grade encryption and support for Windows Hello. They also should be able to take some wear and tear in the field since each laptop meets MIL-STD-810H standards for drop, temperature, humidity, vibration, and shock. Both new Dynabook laptops will be available starting in July.
Dynabook highlights the security features of its new Tecra laptops, including Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, enterprise-grade encryption, and optional Windows Hello fingerprint and face authentication. Both laptops meet Microsoft's secured-core PC requirements.
The specs of the laptops are largely the same, apart from their display sizes and weight.
Dynabook Tecra A40-J
| Category | Dynabook Tecra A40-J and A50-J |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Processor | 11th Gen Intel Core (28W variants) |
| Graphics | Iris Xe |
| Display | 14-inch HD14-inch FHD |
| Audio | Dual noise-suppressing mics, DTS stereo speakers |
| Memory | Up to 32GB |
| Storage | 1TB SSD |
| Battery | Up to 10.4 hours |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, HDMI 2.0, LAN, USB-A 3.2, microSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Camera | HD with privacy shutter |
| Weight | 3.24 lbs (1.45 kg) |
| Color | Mystic Blue |
| Availability | July 2021 |
Dynabook Tecra A50-J
| Category | Dynabook Tecra A50-J |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Processor | 11th Gen Intel Core (28W variants) |
| Graphics | Iris Xe |
| Display | 15-inch |
| Audio | Dual noise-suppressing mics, DTS stereo speakers |
| Memory | Up to 32GB |
| Storage | 1TB SSD |
| Battery | Up to 10.4 hours |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, HDMI 2.0, LAN, USB-A 3.2, microSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Camera | HD with privacy shutter |
| Weight | 3.64 lbs (1.65 kg) |
| Color | Mystic Blue |
| Availability | July 2021 |
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The new Tecra laptops are built for durability as well. They meet MIL-STD-810H standards for drop, temperature, humidity, vibration, and shock. Dynabook also does Highly Accelerated Life Tests and other stress tests on the hinge, keyboard, ports, and chassis of the laptops.
Dynabook has not revealed pricing for the laptops at this time.
