Japan’s Fujitsu today released new information regarding the ultrabook LifeBook U554 and U574, two devices that are very similar in design but differ in size, however, the Touch panel is the same. Both have a body made of magnesium alloy and aluminum with silver color, anti-glare screen and a resolution of 1366 × 768 pixels.
Regarding the other specifications, we are faced with two systems with 13.3-inch Intel Haswell Core i5, 8 GB of RAM, up to 256GB SSD or hybrid drive bigger (5,400 RPM and 320/500 GB of memory with 32 GB traditional NAND memory), Windows 7 or Windows 8, HD webcam, USB 3.0 ports, HDMI, WiFi and Bluetooth. The Fujitsu LifeBook U554 and U574 will be released on the market in a few weeks but the company has not yet released the final prices. We leave you with a video and the full specifications of the Model U574:
| Product | LIFEBOOK U574 Ultrabook |
| Operating system | Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro Windows 7 Windows 7 Professional |
| Chipset | Integrated |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-i5-4200U processor, 3 MB |
| Supported capacity RAM (max.) | 8 GB, 1 Memory slot(s) SO DIMM (DDR3, 1600 MHz)DDR3 – 1600 MHz |
| Hard disk drive | SSHD, 5400 rpm, 500 GB / 32 GB SSD Cache, 2.5-inch, S.M.A.R.T. SSD SATA III, 128 GB, 2.5-inch SSD SATA III, 256 GB, 2.5-inch |
| Interfaces | 1 x DC-in 1 x Audio: line-out / headphone 1 digital x Internal microphones 1 (incl. 1x Anytime USB Charge functionality) x USB 2.0 total 2 x USB 3.0 total 1 x HDMI via USB (with USB to LAN adapter – PXE Boot capable) x Ethernet (RJ-45) 1 x Kensington Lock support 1 x SIM card slot ( usable only with 3G/UMTS ) 1 x Memory card slots |
| Display | 33.8 cm (13.3-inch), LED backlight, (HD), Anti-glare touchscreen, 1366 x 768 pixel, 220 cd/m2 |
| Graphics brand name | Intel® HD Graphics 4400 |
| Camera | Built-in webcam, HD |
| Weight | Approx. 1.6 kg – Weight may vary depending on actual configuration (including battery pack) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 322 x 225 x 19.5 mm |
| Runtime battery | up to 11 h |
| Battery notes | Battery life may vary depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. Battery recharge time varies depending on usage. The recharge capacity may decrease after some months so that the battery lifetime as well as operating time can not be assured for the whole lifetime of the notebook. |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC283 (HD audio) |
| Audio features | 2x built-in speakers (stereo), Support of high-definition audio, DTS Boost™ – maximizes acoustic power of your notebook by boosting perceived overall level of the mix |
| Audio notes | Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Boost is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. |
| 3G/4G (optional) | Sierra Wireless EM8805 |
| WLAN (optional) | Intel® Wireless-N 7260 2×2 BGN + BT Intel® Dual Band Wireless-N 7260 2×2 AGN |
| LAN | USB to LAN (with USB to LAN adapter) |
| Special features | Ultra-slim and lightweight notebook design, Outdoor-friendly anti-glare display, Spill-resistant keyboard |
