GammaTech Durabook D14RM Rugged Laptop

Solid performance, solid build; competitive price

Initial BIOS flaws; glossy screen sucks outdoors

In terms of amenities, the D14RM offers a good selection of ports, including HDMI—all of which are protected with attached rubber caps to prevent dirt and dust from mucking with the works. But it’s strange that GammaTech makes these allowances for...

Lives up to its rugged name; 14.1” display is bright and easy to read; easy to setup; included security features

Pricey compared to competition; meager battery performance; display is not easy to view in sunlight

No laptop is perfect, and a few minor quibbles and a hefty price tag that starts at $1289 USD keep the D14RM from scoring higher. Meager battery life was our chief complaint, along with the display that is hard to read in the daylight. But it passed...