EP 72: Panasonic Toughbook CF-33 vs Toughbook CF-20**
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- Shopping around for a hybrid laptop? Not sure which one is right for you? In the 72nd episode of The Rugged Rundown, we will compare a Panasonic Toughbook CF-33 and a Panasonic Toughbook CF-20.
▬ Chapters ▬
00:00 | Introduction
00:19 | CF-33 and CF-20 Hybrid Laptops
00:53 | Weight Comparison CF-33 and CF-20
01:32 | CF-20 and CF-33 Port Covers
01:59 | CF-33 and CF-20 Dual Batteries
02:26 | Dual Cameras CF-20 and CF-33
02:36 | Handles and Docking
02:46 | CF-20 and CF-33 Keyboards and Docking
03:11 | Difference in Latches
03:33 | Bob's Recommendation
04:56 | Conclusion
This video serves as a comparison between the Panasonic Toughbook CF-33 and the Toughbook CF-20. These two units are both hybrids, so they are able to be either a tablet or laptop depending on the situation. First thing, the bigger CF-33 is also heavier than the CF-20. The CF-33 comes in at 6.1 pounds with the AC adapter, 5.5 pounds without the AC adapter, and 3.5 pounds as just a tablet. The CF-20 on the other hand only has a total weight of 5.5 pounds with the AC adapter and with just the tablet, it weighs 2.5 pounds. While it is a tablet, its smaller size makes it a good rival for the Toughpad FZ-G1. Some things that these units have in common include that they both have the same port covers, they both have dual batteries, they both have front and back cameras, and they both have backlit keyboards with the same-sized mousepads. One difference with the batteries to note is that the CF-20 has one battery in the keyboard and one battery in the tablet while the CF-33 has both batteries in the tablet. This is because of the smaller size of the CF-20. Another difference between these units is that the latches operate differently. On the CF-33 the latch is a rotating latch and on the CF-33 it is a lifting latch. Bob also offers his personal preference and recommendation. Tune in to learn more.
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is the CF-33 just as good as the cf-20 for ham radio?????????????????????????????
The CF-20 has some issues that we have been seeing over the past year. We stopped selling that model due to those issues. The CF-33 seems to be very reliable, with no real issues. I would go with the CF-33 if I was you: www.bobjohnson.com/rugged-laptops/?_bc_fsnf=1&Model=CF-33
@@Bobjohnson do they have GPS installed or do i order with it in stalled33
@@chuckchamplin6627 The GPS is an upgrade option. An interesting fact about the CF-33 is the GPS card goes in the same slot as the Mobile data card. So when upgrading your tablet you must choose between the 2 options.
is there a better tuff book that you recommend for ham radio ???????????
@@chuckchamplin6627 Thanks for watching.
Fantastic comparison, Bob. I have three CF-20's after exhausting my eBay source. You sold me on the CF-33 as a potential alternative for my amateur radio field work.
nice you use the CF-20 for Ham Radio Stuff ... cool same same .... love it, can take it camping or what not wherever. Just love how people look at you when holding the laptops where ever you go with your ham gear ! :)
@@ccleanerboom They are great for camping. I use mine on most the wilderness public service events (ultra marathons) that we support in the desert. Cheers!
@@TheTechPrepper I hear ya..... good to hear ... great for programming all the radio's too hehehhe Cheers buddy
Does the touch screen work under heavy rain like it does with the old resistive screen toughpads? I liked the fact that you could use the screen in the forest with a stick from ground. Didn't need to think about losing the pen. Do they mind getting accidentally bapticed in a swamp or a ditch or a pond?
I used the old pad as a forestry engineer with my previous employer. They propably still use them
Yes! Both are fully rugged and rated IP65 so they are made to withstand "powerful water jets"(more on rugged ratings here: www.bobjohnson.com/blog/rugged-laptop-certifications/), and while they are both capacitive touch (not resistive), they are multi-touch so you can use them with or without a stylus, with gloves on, or with oily or wet hands. These screens don't require nearly as much pressure as the old-school resistive touch- so no stick is needed. However, if that's your thing, no worries -we still offer some beastly CF-19's, 30's and 31's. We don't recommend submerging the CF-20 and CF-33 (no Toughbook is truly waterproof), but a quick baptism in some water shouldn't slow you down. If you're in the market for a new or used fully-rugged we'd be happy to help you pick one out that meets your needs. Just fill out our selection assistance form here: www.bobjohnson.com/rugged-computer-selection-assistance/
The Panasonic Tough books are so cool 😃😎
They really are, aren't they?
please put out a video on replacing batteries on Cf-33
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I own CF-20mk1 and I find it a little bit too small for it to be daily driver. Would CF-33 be a better alternative? For sure, CF-33 has bigger screen, but would that be big enough to use more as regular laptop?
Also, would be nice if you do some demo of CF-33 with Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (gnome3). I know you guys have some Linux people out there.
I certainly like the CF-33 better than the CF-20. I feel that it is much more rugged laptop. In regards to the screen size, I use the CF-33 on a regular basis and have no issues with screen size.
We plan on adding the CF-33 with Ubuntu to our linux videos soon. Thanks for watching.
I purchased a cf-33 and the digitizer pen was missing, can you recommend a replacement one? Would the one for the cf-20 work.
It should work.
@@Bobjohnson it does work great. Thanks for the help
Will I be able to easily type in this, or any Toughbook, at the beach in full sunlight?
Hi toc246, Toughbooks have differing levels of nits (screen brightness) the higher the number of nits, the easier it will be to see the screen outside in the sunlight. CF-19's have the highest nit count, followed by the CF-20, CF-30, CF-31, and then CF-33, in that order. To learn more about nits, check out our video here: th-cam.com/video/XD2SgSsBLRU/w-d-xo.html
Greetings, am in Africa and would love to purchase a battery for my cf31. Where and how can I get it?
Hello! While we do not offer batteries standalone, you might have luck with Heartland Customer Solutions. They are an authorized Panasonic reseller with access to new parts. You can give them a call at 913-685-8855.
What CF-33 model is the one with the black backing rather than the magnesium?
Not sure if I've seen one with a black top cover. Are you sure you are thinking of the CF-33 and not a different model?
@@Bobjohnson CF-33GK210KM is one of the SKUs for it.
@@longdongvondiqenbaum Gotcha. I see what you are saying. Based on the model number you gave me, I believe those are the new generation (MK2) with a special back to accommodate the quick-release SSD and extended batteries.
I'm going to buy a cf-31 from this guy's website
Love to hear it! If you need any help, feel free to give us a call at (877) 202-7788, or email us at info@bobjohnson.com
Tell me if I got a good deal. 2 CF-19s, & 1 CF-31 all 3 for 150$! 😅
What kind of shape are they in? And which MKs are they?
@@Bobjohnson the 31 is a MK5 I think, how do I tell on the 31. The 19s are older 3320 GPUS but ones upgraded to 8GB RAM, other is 16GB RAM
So, with Toughbooks it can be tricky. There is a model number on the bottom of all the units that start with CF-31 and CF-19 respectfully. The character after the CF-31 and the CF-19 in the model number is what tells you which MK it is. Refer to the table in our blog post here www.bobjohnson.com/blog/a-note-on-model-numbers-for-toughbook-nerds/ to see which one you have.
@@Bobjohnson OK thank you! Other than that how does it sound for the deal so far? Also which one do you like better the CF 19 or the CF 31? They both have 1000 TB SSD in them and they both have 16 GB of ram.