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L156AD

15.6inch Ultra Rugged Laptop with Intel® Alder Lake Processor

KEY FEATURES

  • 12th generation Intel® Processor Family – Alder Lake Processor
  • 15.6” FHD Panel resolution with PCAP touch
  • Dual battery with hot-swappable design for whole-day-work
  • Anti-glare technology for sunlight readability
  • Magnesium alloy enclosure with double injection for drop protection
  • IP65 waterproof and dustproof

    CERTIFICATIONS

  • IP65
    MIL-­STD 461G
    MIL-­STD 810H
    FCC
    CE

L156AD

15.6inch Ultra Rugged Laptop with Intel® Alder Lake Processor
Overview
Specification
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Winmate heavy duty laptop with 15.6-inch FHD panel.

Endless Expansion with Larger Screen

Uncompromised intelligence and comfort:
Combining the powerful Intel® 12th generation Alder Lake Processor with a crystal-clear high def. 15.6-inch and FHD Panel resolution, the L156AD heavy duty laptop is built for endless expansion. The optional discrete Nvidia Graphic card offers powerful and brilliant for various on-field and industrial applications.

Sunlight readable:
The display is designed to thrive beneath daylight conditions with optical bonding and anti-glare technologies for an outdoor viewable.


Winmate L156AD is built with MIL-STD 810H and IP65.

Durability That Survives the Elements

Tough exterior:
Built with a magnesium alloy enclosure with double injection for drop protection, the Winmate laptop has passed the drop test from a meter high and impact resistance with performance assurance according to the US Defence Standard MIL-STD-810H. Also, IP65 ingress protection ensures protection against dust and moisture.


Winmate 15.6 inch rugged laptop with enhanced network capabilities.

Connect Wherever

Boost field productivity:
Easily dock, connect, and share with any device using various peripherals and docking options. The heavy duty laptop powered by the Intel® Alder Lake Processor enhances the work performance for rugged computing solutions.

Collaborate from anywhere:
Limit downtime with WLAN, BT support, GPS / GLONASS, and 5G LTE(optional) connectivity options for faster data transmission rates, lower latency, and increased capacity even in remote environments.


Disclaimer:
  1. Accessories and Integrated Options may vary depending on your configuration.
  2. Total usable memory and storage will be less dependent upon actual system configuration.
  3. The actual transfer speed will vary depending on many factors, including the processing speed of the host device, file attributes, and other factors related to the system configuration and your operating environment.
  4. The USB Type¬C connector follows USB 3.0 standard, which does not support Alternate Mode (ALT) or USB Power Delivery (USB¬PD).
  5. The battery life is measured at dimming LCD brightness. Depending on the usage conditions or when an external device is attached, it varies.
  6. The 2D drawing is a simplified drawing, and some components are not marked in detail.
  7. Length measurements do not include protrusions. Weight varies with options.
  8. TPM 2.0 is available upon request.
  9. SOTI is available upon request.
  10. The product shown in this datasheet is a standard model. For diagrams containing customized or optional I/O, don't hesitate to contact the Winmate Sales Team for more information.
  11. Upgrade timing may vary by device. Features and app availability may vary by region. Certain features require specific hardware (see Windows 11 Specifications).
  12. Intel, the Intel Logo, Intel Inside, Intel Core, and Core Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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  18. MIL-STD 810H or MIL-STD 810G testing is conducted on select Winmate products. The testing is not a representation of Winmate products satisfying U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) requirements or for military use. Validation process is done in laboratory conditions. Test results do not guarantee future performance under these test conditions. Damage under such test conditions is not covered by Winmate’s standard warranty.
Display

Size

15.6 inches

Type

Projected Capacitive Multi Touch

Resolution

1920x1080

Panel Brightness

800 nits
1000 nits(Optional)

Contrast Ratio

800:1

View Angles

85,85,85,85

Bonding

Optical Bonding for Sunlight Viewability

System Specification

Processor

Intel Core i5-1235U (up to 4.4GHz)
Intel Core i7/i9 Processor (Optional)

Memory

8GB DDR5 SDRAM
16GB DDR5 SDRAM (Optional)
32GB DDR5 SDRAM (Optional)
64GB DDR5 SDRAM (Optional)

Storage

256GB M.2 NVMe SSD
512GB M.2 NVMe SSD (Optional)
1TB M.2 NVMe SSD (Optional)
2TB M.2 NVMe SSD (Optional)
2nd storage available with up to 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD (Optional)

Smart Card Reader

Smart Card Reader

Security

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
Kensington Lock

Operating System

Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC (64 bit)
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC (64 bit) (Optional)

WLAN

Support

BT

Support

WWAN

4G LTE (Optional)

GNSS

GPS, GLONASS

RFID

HF RFID reader 13.56 MHz (Optional)

Fingerprint Scanner

Fingerprint scanner (Optional)

Camera

Front Camera

2MP front camera

Mechanical

Dimension

387.6 x 256 x 38.8 mm

Weight

3.5 kg

Cooling System

Fan Design

IO Ports

USB Port

1 x USB 3.0 (Type C with ALT, PD function)
3 x USB 3.0 (Type A)

Serial Port

1 x DB9 (RS232 / RS422 / RS485, software switchable)

LAN

2 x RJ45-10/100/1000 GigaLAN port

Video

1 x HDMI 4K Output (Optional)

Audio

1 x Audio combo 3.5mm audio combo jack
Dual Digital Mic With Noise Cancellation
Dual Speaker

SD Card Slot

1 x Micro SDXC Slot

SIM Card Slot

1 x Nano SIM card slot

Indicator

4x LED Indicator for Power, Drive, Battery1, Bttery2

Environment

Operating Humidity

10% to 90% RH, non-condensing

Operating Temperature

-20°C to 60°C

Storage Temperature

-30°C to 70°C

Shock

USA: MIL-STD-810H Method 516.8 Procedure I
NATO: STANAG 4370/AECTP400 Edition 3 Method AECTP 402–Procedure I (Optional)

Vibration

USA: MIL-STD-810H Method 514.8 Procedure I
NATO: STANAG 4370/AECTP400 Edition 3 Method AECTP 401–Procedure I (Optional)

Drop

USA: MIL-STD-810H Method 516.8, 4 ft
NATO: STANAG 4370/AECTP400 Edition 3 Method AECTP 404 – Procedure II, 4 ft (Optional)

IP rating

IP65

EMC

USA:
MIL-STD-461G CE101, CE102, RE101, RE102, CS118(Default)
MIL-STD-461G CS101, CS114, CS115, CS116, RS101, RS103 (Optional)
MIL-STD-461G RE102 Ground Army Grade (Optional)
NATO:
STANAG 4370/AECTP501 NCE01, NCE02, NRE01, NRE02, NCS12(Default)
STANAG 4370/AECTP501 NCS01, NCS07, NCS08, NCS09, NRS01, NRS02 (Optional)
STANAG 4370/AECTP501 NRE02-2 Land Environment (Optional)

TEMPEST

USA: NSA NSTISSAM TEMPEST/192 (Optional)
NATO: SDIP27 (Optional)

Certification

Certification

CE, FCC

Security Function

SOTI MobiControl

SOTI MobiControl Compliance

Kensington Lock

Kensington Lock Support

Control

Button

1 x Power,
4 x Programmable Function Keys

Power

Battery

Hot­swappable 2 x 11.55V typ. 3220 mAh Li­Ion Battery (3S1P)

Battery Operating Time

Standard. Battery: 11 hours

Power Rating

19V DC

Adapter

100-240V, 50-60Hz, 120W / 19.5V DC

Accessory

Accessory

Adapter and Power Cord
Standard Battery

Optional Accessory

Spare Battery (Optional)
Battery Charger (Optional)
Vehicle Charger (Optional)

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

Standard Battery

Standard Battery

Model Name: BTL156

Part Number: 98K014SP001E

  • 11.55V / 3220 mAh Li-Polymer Battery, 3S1P

Adapter and Power Cord

Adapter and Power Cord

Model Name: A120A067P

Part Number: 9220A17120P1

  • 100-240VAC to 19.5VDC@6.15A
  • Country specific power cords available

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Battery Charger

Battery Charger

Model Name: BC-L156

Part Number: 98J000A00007

  • Dual-bay charging dock
  • Power level LED indicators
  • Buzzer to indicate battery is inserted
  • Supports up to 2 set of dock interconnected

Vehicle Charger

Vehicle Charger

Model Name: VCG-156

Part Number: 9266120W19V0

  • 12~24V DC IN
  • 19V/ 6.3A 120W DC OUT

Carry Bag

Carry Bag

Model Name: CB156

Part Number: 98K000A000PP

  • With Hand Carrier and Shoulder Strap
  • Separated pocket for accessories
  • What is the Winmate L156AD rugged laptop?

    The Winmate L156AD is a 15.6″ ultra-rugged laptop built with a magnesium alloy enclosure, 15.6″ FHD PCAP touchscreen, dual hot-swappable batteries, and rugged certifications for harsh environments. It runs on 12th Gen Intel® processors (Alder Lake) and supports outdoor-usable features such as anti-glare and high brightness.

  • How rugged is the Winmate L156AD compared to Panasonic Toughbook?

    Like many Panasonic Toughbook models, the L156AD meets MIL-STD-810H and IP65 ingress protection, meaning it can resist dust, water spray, shock, and vibration. Toughbook devices such as the Toughbook 40 also meet MIL-STD-810H and IP66, often adding extra water-jet resistance.

  • How does the L156AD’s durability compare with Getac rugged laptops?

    Getac rugged laptops (e.g., the Getac B300) are known for extremely robust designs often exceeding MIL-STD and offering high ingress protection. The Winmate L156AD’s IP65 rating is comparable and offers excellent dust/water resistance, but some Getac models go beyond with IP66/IP67.

  • What kind of processor lineup does the Winmate L156AD offer versus Toughbook?

    The Winmate L156AD supports 12th Gen Intel® Alder Lake processors with options like Core i5/i7/i9 for higher performance. Panasonic Toughbook models also use modern Intel CPUs (including Toughbook 55/40 with options into latest Intel generations), but configurations vary by model.

  • How does the display of L156AD compare with Panasonic and Getac laptops?

    The L156AD’s 15.6″ FHD PCAP touchscreen is outdoor-readable with anti-glare and up to ~800 nits brightness — ideal for field use. Panasonic Toughbook and Getac rugged laptops also offer sunlight-readable screens with anti-glare and high brightness, but specific brightness and display tech vary depending on model.

  • Does the L156AD support graphics performance similar to Toughbook and Getac?

    While the base L156AD can support discrete GPU options for graphics-intensive applications (e.g., NVIDIA), many Panasonic Toughbooks and Getac units focus on balanced integrated graphics or optional discrete options depending on the model. More powerful discrete GPU options (for edge AI/graphics workflows) tend to be more common on larger rugged platforms like Winmate L156 series.

  • How do battery features compare between the L156AD and other well-known rugged brands?

    The Winmate L156AD includes dual hot-swappable batteries, letting users replace batteries without shutdown — a key feature for continuous field operation. Some Panasonic Toughbook models also offer long battery life and easy battery swaps, but hot-swappable capability may vary by model. Getac laptops similarly offer strong battery options with some hot-swap variants.

  • What connectivity options are available on the L156AD versus Toughbook and Getac?

    The L156AD typically supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, optional WWAN (4G/5G), GPS/GLONASS, and rich I/O ports — comparable to Panasonic Toughbook and Getac rugged devices that also offer similar connectivity suites with carrier-certified WWAN and GNSS for field work.

  • Is the L156AD suitable for AI or graphics-heavy tasks compared with Getac/ Toughbook?

    The L156AD can be optioned with discrete GPUs to support graphics-heavy or AI tasks — a key advantage over some entry-level rugged laptops. Panasonic Toughbook has certain models with discrete graphics but fewer workstation-class GPU options, and Getac also offers variants with higher GPU capability for specific industrial needs. This makes the L156AD competitive for edge AI and visualization applications.

  • For what industries is the L156AD most suitable compared to Panasonic and Getac rugged laptops?

    The L156AD fits industries requiring workstation-level performance and rugged reliability, such as defense, industrial automation, AI edge computing, and field analytics. Panasonic Toughbook often excels in public safety, transportation, and enterprise fieldwork, while Getac is widely deployed in utilities, aerospace, and mission-critical operations.