12-Inch Enterprise Rugged Windows Tablet with 11th Gen Intel Core Processing, QHD 2160 × 1440 Display, Wi-Fi 6E, IP65 Protection and Optional Rugged Keyboard

Brand: Zebra Technologies
Model: ET80
Series: ET8x Series
Product Type: Rugged 2-in-1 Windows Tablet
Display: 12-Inch QHD
Connectivity: WLAN / Wi-Fi
Operating System: Windows 11 Professional 64-bit

Product Overview

The Zebra ET80 is a rugged enterprise Windows tablet designed for organizations that need mobile computing across field, vehicle, office, manufacturing and other demanding operational environments.

Part of Zebra's ET8x family, the ET80 combines the mobility of a standalone tablet with the option to transform into a 2-in-1 laptop-style workstation using Zebra's detachable rugged keyboard.

The ET80 features a 12-inch QHD 2160 × 1440 display, 3:2 aspect ratio, 800-nit sunlight-readable screen, 10-point capacitive multi-touch and support for glove and wet touch operation.

Depending on the exact configuration, the ET80 platform is available with 11th Generation Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processors, 8GB or 16GB memory and removable PCIe SSD storage options.

The ET80 is the WLAN model within the ET8x family. Customers requiring integrated cellular WWAN or GPS capability should review the Zebra ET85, as those capabilities are configuration-dependent features of the ET85 rather than the ET80.

Professional Highlights

• Zebra ET8x Series rugged enterprise tablet
• 12-inch QHD display
• 2160 × 1440 resolution
• 3:2 aspect ratio
• 800-nit sunlight-readable display
• Corning Gorilla Glass
• Anti-reflective and anti-smudge screen treatment
• Capacitive 10-point multi-touch
• Glove and wet touch modes
• MPP 2.0 active pen compatibility
• 11th Generation Intel Core processor options
• Windows 11 Professional 64-bit
• 8GB or 16GB LPDDR4x memory options
• 128GB, 256GB or 512GB removable PCIe SSD options
• Wi-Fi 6E capability with supported Windows configuration
• Bluetooth connectivity
• NFC
• IP65 sealing
• MIL-STD-810H rugged testing
• User-replaceable main battery
• Optional secondary hot-swappable battery
• 13MP rear camera
• Windows Hello front camera
• Optional integrated SE4107 2D barcode scanner
• Optional fingerprint reader
• Optional CAC smart-card reader
• Optional rugged keyboard
• Vehicle and desktop docking options
• USB-C and USB Type-A connectivity
• Designed for enterprise and field mobility

12-Inch QHD Display

The Zebra ET80 features a:

12-inch QHD display

with a native resolution of:

2160 × 1440

and a:

3:2 aspect ratio

The 3:2 screen format provides additional vertical working space compared with typical widescreen formats, which can be useful for enterprise applications, forms, documentation and operational software.

800-Nit Sunlight-Readable Screen

The ET80 display is rated at:

800 nits

and is designed for improved readability across indoor and outdoor working environments.

The display also incorporates:

• Corning Gorilla Glass
• Anti-reflective treatment
• Anti-smudge treatment
• Night-vision mode

Actual outdoor visibility depends on ambient lighting and deployment conditions.

10-Point Multi-Touch

The ET80 uses a:

Capacitive 10-point multi-touch panel

and supports:

• Finger input
• Glove mode
• Wet mode
• Compatible MPP 2.0 active pen input

This allows the tablet to accommodate different operational workflows and environmental conditions.

11th Generation Intel Core Processing

Zebra documents ET80/ET85 platform configurations with the following 11th Generation Intel Core processors:

• Intel Core i7-1180G7 vPro
• Intel Core i5-1140G7 vPro
• Intel Core i5-1130G7

The exact processor depends on the selected part number and configuration.

For this reason, the processor should be verified from the exact Zebra SKU before ordering rather than assuming every ET80 contains the same CPU.

Memory Options

Depending on configuration, Zebra specifies:

• 8GB LPDDR4x-4266
• 16GB LPDDR4x-4266

The exact installed memory depends on the ordered configuration.

Removable PCIe SSD Storage

Storage configurations include:

• 128GB PCIe SSD
• 256GB PCIe SSD
• 512GB PCIe SSD

Zebra specifies the PCIe SSD as tool-less user removable, providing additional flexibility for enterprise maintenance and deployment requirements.

Windows 11 Professional

Current Zebra documentation specifies:

Windows 11 Professional 64-bit

for the ET8x platform.

Software compatibility, corporate security requirements, device-management systems and any legacy Windows application requirements should be checked before deployment.

ET80 vs ET85 - Important Connectivity Difference

The ET80 and ET85 share the same rugged ET8x platform, but their wireless configurations differ.

Zebra ET80

Designed primarily as the:

WLAN configuration

with enterprise Wi-Fi connectivity.

Zebra ET85

Adds applicable WWAN configurations, including cellular connectivity and associated GNSS capability.

Customers requiring:

• Integrated 4G LTE
• Integrated 5G
• Cellular WAN
• Integrated GNSS/GPS

should verify whether the ET85 is the appropriate model.

Do not assume that an ET80 includes cellular connectivity simply because cellular options are available within the broader ET8x family.

Wi-Fi 6E

The ET80 supports enterprise wireless connectivity including:

Wi-Fi 6E / 802.11ax

with 2 × 2 MIMO.

Use of the 6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E band depends on the supported operating system, network infrastructure and regional regulatory availability.

Bluetooth

The ET8x platform supports enterprise Bluetooth connectivity for compatible peripherals and workflows.

Compatibility should be verified with the specific Bluetooth device and application being deployed.

NFC

Integrated NFC supports applicable:

• Peer-to-peer functions
• Card reader/writer functions
• Card emulation modes

Supported technologies include applicable ISO 14443, MIFARE, FeliCa and ISO 15693 standards.

Exact application compatibility should be confirmed before deployment.

Rugged IP65 Design

The ET80 is designed for demanding enterprise environments and carries:

IP65 sealing

for the tablet.

Zebra specifies IP65 sealing even with tablet ports open.

The ET8x platform is also designed and tested against applicable MIL-STD-810H environmental requirements.

Drop Resistance

Zebra specifies:

Standard Tablet: 4 ft / 1.2 m

With the optional Zebra rugged boot, the drop specification increases to:

5 ft / 1.5 m

When configured with the keyboard, Zebra specifies:

3 ft / 0.9 m

These ratings apply under Zebra's specified test conditions and should not be interpreted as protection against every possible impact or accidental-damage scenario.

Operating Temperature

The ET80 is specified for operation from approximately:

-20°C to 60°C

with storage from approximately:

-30°C to 70°C

This supports deployment across a broad range of field and industrial environments, subject to application-specific conditions.

13MP Rear Camera

The ET80/ET85 platform includes a:

13MP autofocus rear camera

with user-controllable LED flash.

A mechanical privacy shade is also provided.

The camera can support applications such as:

• Condition documentation
• Asset records
• Field inspection
• Maintenance reporting
• Evidence capture
• Workflow documentation

Windows Hello Front Camera

The front camera is a:

Full HD autofocus Windows Hello camera

with mechanical privacy shade.

This supports compatible Windows facial-authentication workflows.

Optional Integrated 2D Barcode Scanner

Selected configurations can include the:

Zebra SE4107 2D barcode scanner

for integrated barcode data capture.

The scanner is an option and should not be assumed to be included with every ET80.

For barcode-scanning projects, provide the exact Zebra part number or confirm the scanner requirement before ordering.

Enterprise Security

Depending on configuration and deployment, ET80 security capabilities include:

• TPM 2.0
• Windows Hello front camera
• Optional Windows Hello fingerprint reader
• Optional insertable CAC smart-card reader
• Contactless NFC smart-card functionality
• Kensington cable-lock support

Some security capabilities require specific hardware configurations, software or activation.

USB Connectivity

The ET80 provides:

• 1 × USB-C USB 3.2 Gen 2
• USB Power Delivery charging
• USB DisplayPort capability
• 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports

This supports connection to compatible enterprise peripherals and external devices.

Ethernet & Serial Expansion

An expansion interface supports available:

• 10/100/1000 Ethernet
• DB9 serial connectivity

These interfaces require the appropriate Zebra expansion solution and should not be assumed to be physically present on every standard tablet configuration.

External Display Support

The USB-C DisplayPort capability supports compatible external displays.

Zebra also provides docking solutions that can support additional external display connectivity for workstation deployments.

User-Replaceable Main Battery

The standard battery is:

5180mAh / 7.7V rechargeable Li-Polymer

with approximately:

39.8Wh

capacity.

The battery is user replaceable.

Zebra specifies approximately 2.5 hours for a full charge under applicable charging conditions.

Actual operating time varies considerably according to configuration, applications, display brightness, wireless usage, peripherals and workload.

For this reason, NEOTECH® does not present a fixed number of operating hours as a universal ET80 battery-life guarantee.

Optional Secondary Battery

An optional:

3400mAh / 25.8Wh hot-swappable secondary battery

can be used with the appropriate expansion back.

This can support extended-shift workflows where reducing downtime for charging is important.

2-in-1 Rugged Keyboard

A detachable Zebra rugged keyboard is available for the ET80.

When attached, it transforms the tablet into a laptop-style 2-in-1 device with:

• Friction hinge
• Standard-size keys
• Precision multi-touch touchpad
• Physical click buttons
• Adjustable backlighting
• Programmable keys

The keyboard is an accessory/configuration option and should not be assumed to be included unless specifically stated in the quotation or exact SKU.

Vehicle & Desktop Docking

Zebra offers modular docking solutions for applications including:

• Desktop workstation use
• Vehicle installation
• Service vehicles
• Trucks
• Forklifts
• Mobile field workstations

Docking requirements should be selected according to the exact deployment and required interfaces.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Zebra Technologies
Model: ET80
Series: ET8x
Product Type: Rugged Windows Tablet / 2-in-1 Tablet
Display: 12 Inches
Resolution: 2160 × 1440 QHD
Aspect Ratio: 3:2
Brightness: 800 nits
Touch: Capacitive 10-point multi-touch
Touch Modes: Finger, glove and wet operation
Active Pen: MPP 2.0 compatible
Glass: Corning Gorilla Glass
Processors: Selected 11th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 configurations
Operating System: Windows 11 Professional 64-bit
Memory: 8GB or 16GB LPDDR4x-4266, configuration dependent
Storage: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB removable PCIe SSD, configuration dependent
Wireless LAN: Wi-Fi 6E / 802.11ax capability
Bluetooth: Supported
NFC: Supported
WWAN: Not an ET80 feature; review ET85 for applicable cellular configurations
Rear Camera: 13MP autofocus with LED flash
Front Camera: FHD Windows Hello autofocus camera
Barcode Scanner: Optional SE4107 2D scanner
USB-C: USB 3.2 Gen 2 with USB-PD and DisplayPort
USB-A: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Main Battery: 5180mAh, 7.7V, 39.8Wh, user replaceable
Secondary Battery: Optional 3400mAh / 25.8Wh hot-swappable battery with expansion back
Sealing: IP65
Drop Specification: 1.2m standard; up to 1.5m with optional rugged boot
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to 70°C
Tablet Dimensions: Approximately 308 × 225 × 16 mm
Tablet Weight: Approximately 1.3 kg with standard battery
Keyboard: Optional detachable rugged keyboard
Colour: Black

Accessories

The Zebra ET80 ecosystem includes configuration-dependent and optional accessories such as:

• Rugged 2-in-1 keyboard
• Vehicle dock
• Desktop dock
• Rugged boot
• Expansion back
• Auxiliary battery
• Auxiliary battery charger
• Kickstand
• Rotating hand strap
• CAC reader expansion
• Active MPP 2.0 stylus
• Shoulder strap
• Handle
• Ethernet/serial expansion adapter
• Charging accessories

Accessories are generally sold separately unless specifically included in the quoted Zebra configuration.

Applications

The Zebra ET80 may be considered for:

• Field service
• Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Transportation
• Vehicle-based computing
• Public safety workflows
• Maintenance operations
• Inspection applications
• Enterprise mobility
• Industrial environments
• Mobile Windows applications

Purpose of Use

The ET80 is particularly relevant when an organization requires:

• Enterprise Windows computing
• Rugged tablet construction
• 12-inch high-resolution display
• Sunlight-readable screen
• Glove and wet touch support
• Enterprise Wi-Fi
• Field-to-office mobility
• Vehicle docking
• Optional barcode scanning
• Replaceable battery
• Optional laptop-style keyboard
• Enterprise security capabilities

Things to Verify Before Ordering

The Zebra ET80 is available in multiple configurations.

Before ordering, please confirm:

• Exact Zebra part number
• Required processor
• 8GB or 16GB memory
• Required SSD capacity
• Windows version
• Integrated scanner requirement
• Fingerprint-reader requirement
• CAC smart-card requirement
• Keyboard requirement
• Docking requirement
• Rugged boot requirement
• Secondary battery requirement
• Stylus requirement
• Ethernet or serial requirement
• Application compatibility
• Quantity
• Current availability
• Applicable regional configuration

If cellular connectivity or integrated GPS/GNSS is required, please mention this before ordering so the appropriate ET85 configuration can be evaluated.

Who Should Consider the Zebra ET80?

The ET80 may be suitable for organizations that need a rugged Windows WLAN tablet capable of moving between:

• Field work
• Vehicle use
• Factory environments
• Warehouses
• Service operations
• Office workstation use

It is particularly useful where employees need Windows applications but a conventional consumer laptop or tablet may not provide the required durability and accessory ecosystem.

ET80 vs ET85

The two models share much of the same ET8x platform.

Zebra ET80

• WLAN-focused model
• Wi-Fi enterprise connectivity
• Suitable when cellular WWAN is not required

Zebra ET85

• Adds applicable WWAN configurations
• Available with 4G/5G options depending on configuration
• GNSS capability available with applicable ET85 configurations

Choose according to the actual connectivity requirement rather than assuming ET80 and ET85 are identical.

How to Use

1. Confirm the exact ET80 configuration required.
2. Charge and install the main battery.
3. Complete Windows setup according to company IT policy.
4. Connect the tablet to the enterprise Wi-Fi network.
5. Enrol the device into the required device-management environment where applicable.
6. Install approved business applications.
7. Configure security and Windows Hello requirements.
8. Configure the optional scanner if fitted.
9. Attach the rugged keyboard when laptop-style operation is required.
10. Install the appropriate dock for office or vehicle workflows where required.
11. Test all applications, peripherals and network connectivity before operational deployment.

Warranty

Subject to Zebra's applicable hardware warranty terms, Zebra currently specifies the ET80/ET85 with a three-year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from the date of shipment.

Warranty coverage, regional applicability, exclusions, service level and the exact serial-number entitlement should be verified for the supplied unit.

Why NEOTECH® UAE?

NEOTECH® focuses on helping customers identify the correct enterprise device configuration before ordering.

• Exact Zebra model and part-number verification
• ET80 versus ET85 clarification
• Processor, RAM and SSD configuration checking
• Scanner requirement guidance
• Keyboard and docking selection
• WLAN versus cellular requirement review
• Accessory compatibility guidance
• Application-focused product information
• Transparent availability and lead-time communication
• UAE-focused quotation and delivery support
• No pressure to select options the application does not require

Learn First. Decide Second.

Request a Quote or Order in the UAE

For an accurate Zebra ET80 quotation, please provide:

• Quantity
• Exact Zebra part number, if known
• Required processor
• RAM and storage requirement
• Barcode scanner requirement
• Keyboard requirement
• Docking requirement
• Application or industry
• Delivery location within the UAE

For price, availability or a formal quotation:
Email: support@neotech.ae

Learn First. Decide Second.

Delivery - UAE

Delivery is available within the United Arab Emirates.

Order Cut-Off: 14:00 GST
Handling: 1–2 business days where applicable
Standard Transit: Approximately 3–5 business days after handling
Typical Total Delivery: Approximately 4–7 business days for confirmed available products

For non-stock or special-order configurations, delivery may extend to approximately 10–15 working days or up to 25 working days after payment/order confirmation, depending on supplier/manufacturer availability.

Availability and lead time should be confirmed for the exact Zebra part number before ordering.

FAQ - Zebra ET80

Q: What is the Zebra ET80?
A: The ET80 is a rugged enterprise Windows tablet from Zebra's ET8x Series. It can operate as a standalone tablet or as a 2-in-1 laptop-style device with the optional rugged keyboard.

Q: What size is the Zebra ET80 screen?
A: It has a 12-inch display.

Q: What is the ET80 display resolution?
A: The native resolution is 2160 × 1440 QHD with a 3:2 aspect ratio.

Q: How bright is the display?
A: Zebra specifies an 800-nit sunlight-readable display.

Q: Does the Zebra ET80 use a 10.1-inch display?
A: No. The Zebra ET80 platform documented here uses a 12-inch display.

Q: What processors are available for the ET80?
A: Zebra documents selected 11th Generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processor configurations. The exact CPU depends on the part number.

Q: Does the ET80 use an Intel Core m3-7Y30 processor?
A: No. That specification does not match Zebra's documented ET80/ET85 platform. The exact ET80 should be selected from Zebra's applicable 11th Generation Intel Core configurations.

Q: How much RAM does the ET80 support?
A: Zebra documents 8GB and 16GB LPDDR4x configurations.

Q: What storage capacities are available?
A: Depending on configuration, 128GB, 256GB and 512GB removable PCIe SSD options are documented.

Q: Does the ET80 support Wi-Fi 6E?
A: Yes, with a supported operating system and compatible network infrastructure. Zebra notes that the 6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E band requires Windows 11 Pro.

Q: Does the Zebra ET80 have 4G or 5G?
A: Integrated WWAN is associated with applicable ET85 configurations. Customers requiring cellular connectivity should evaluate the Zebra ET85 rather than assuming it is included with the ET80.

Q: Does the ET80 have GPS?
A: Integrated GNSS/GPS is associated with applicable ET85 configurations. Confirm the connectivity requirement before selecting between ET80 and ET85.

Q: Is the Zebra ET80 IP65 rated?
A: Zebra specifies IP65 sealing for the tablet under its documented test conditions.

Q: What is the standard drop specification?
A: Zebra specifies a 4 ft / 1.2 m standard drop specification. With the optional rugged boot, this increases to 5 ft / 1.5 m under Zebra's specified test conditions.

Q: Can the ET80 scan barcodes?
A: Selected configurations can include the optional Zebra SE4107 2D scanner. It should not be assumed to be included with every ET80.

Q: Does the ET80 have a camera?
A: Yes. Zebra documents a 13MP autofocus rear camera and an FHD Windows Hello front camera.

Q: Is the keyboard included?
A: Not necessarily. The rugged 2-in-1 keyboard is an optional accessory/configuration and should only be considered included when specifically stated in the quotation.

Q: Can the battery be replaced?
A: Yes. Zebra specifies the main battery as user replaceable.

Q: Can an additional battery be used?
A: Yes. An optional hot-swappable secondary battery can be used with the appropriate expansion back.

Q: What is the Zebra ET80 warranty?
A: Subject to Zebra's hardware warranty terms, Zebra currently specifies three years against defects in workmanship and materials from the date of shipment.

Q: What is the difference between Zebra ET80 and ET85?
A: ET80 is the WLAN-focused model. ET85 provides applicable WWAN cellular and GNSS configurations. The appropriate model depends primarily on the required connectivity and exact configuration.

Q: What should I verify before ordering?
A: Confirm the exact Zebra part number, processor, RAM, SSD, Windows configuration, scanner requirement, keyboard, docking, security options, accessories, quantity, availability and whether WLAN-only or cellular connectivity is required.

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Contact - NEOTECH® UAE

For Zebra ET80 configuration guidance, compatibility checking or quotation:

Email: support@neotech.ae
Address: Store 13, Computer Building, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai 44245, UAE

Disclaimer - NEOTECH® UAE

This page covers the Zebra ET80 rugged Windows tablet family. Processor, memory, storage, barcode scanner, security features, keyboard, docking equipment and other options vary by exact Zebra part number and configuration.

The ET80 should not be assumed to include cellular WWAN or integrated GNSS merely because those capabilities are available on applicable ET85 configurations.

Optional accessories and peripherals are not assumed to be included unless specifically stated in the quotation.

Specifications may change according to manufacturer revisions and regional configurations. Customers should verify the exact Zebra part number, required accessories, compatibility, current availability, lead time and applicable warranty before ordering.

Last Updated: 1 October 2026 (GST, UTC+4)