This business laptop is enterprise through and through on paper – and a compromise in reality?

However, the Connect 15 shows weaknesses in other areas that could dampen enthusiasm. And this isn’t about its modest 3D performance, but rather its chassis.

While it looks simple and black at first glance, the Connect does not come across as a particularly modern business laptop in terms of design. It also weighs in at 1.9 kg, which is relatively heavy. As competitors continue to get thinner and lighter, the Connect 15 stands out as a bulkier option in the business segment, which may deter some users when it comes to mobility.

Of course, these dimensions are partly the result of its extensive feature set. A SmartCard reader requires space, as do a LAN port, an LTE module, an SD card reader, and similar components. Other business laptops cut back on ports and features to stay slimmer, while some competitors pair thin chassis designs with premium metal materials. The Connect, by contrast, is made entirely of plastic – there are more visually refined business laptops on the market.

Ultimately, it comes down to priorities and individual requirements. The Connect 15 may not be the most elegant, attractive, thinnest, or lightest business laptop, but its extensive feature set could easily outweigh these drawbacks for many companies.