Zebra EM45 Enterprise Mobile Computer

What powers Zebra EM45

The power of Zebra. The feel of a phone.

Industries

Retail

Field Service

Hospitality

Transportation & Logistics

Healthcare

Supported Android Versions

Current supported OS: A14

Final Supported OS: A16

Storage and memory capabilities

128 GB / 8 GB RAM

Flash

Engineered for the everyday

Operating Temp

-4°F to +122°F (-20°C to +50°C)

Storage Temp

-40°F to +158°F (-40°C to +70°C)

Up to

25 hours

0% to 50% in 30 minutes with fast charging

Screen Size 6.7 inches (17 cm)

Wi- Fi 6E

Bluetooth 5.3 (WPAN), 5G Sub6 + Private 4G/5G (WWAN)

Display Glass

Corning® Gorilla® Glass

SIM

Dual SIM + eSIM

Here’s why teams choose Zebra EM45

Go ahead, drop it.

EM45 is built to withstand the durability test of time. It’s drop-tested, tumble-tested, waterproof and able to withstand extreme temperature swings. The result is a device built to last for years — with an enterprise-grade return on investment.

Everything looks better on EM45.

The large 6.7 in. Full High Definition display makes work easier — workers see more and scroll less. A dynamic 120Hz refresh rate makes the display extraordinarily responsive, providing a superior user experience. Bright screen is easy to see in any lighting. Water droplet rejection prevents accidental activation when wet. The oleophobic coating prevents smudges, despite constant interaction with the screen. And the touchscreen supports gloves — ideal for workers in the field.

A battery that outlasts the shift. Every shift.

The 4,750 mAh battery powers over up to 25 hours of use. With fast charging, you can boost your battery from zero to 50% in just 30 minutes. Advanced device settings come pre-configured to maximise both performance and battery life from day one, so IT doesn't have to tune each device before deployment. Workers start the day fully charged and finish it the same way — no mid-shift swaps, no charging anxiety..

Security that holds up for the full life of every device.

LifeGuard™ for Android™ keeps every device in your fleet protected with regular OS patches and security updates, delivered remotely for the entire service life of the device. Lock down what workers can access with Enterprise Home Screen, restricting apps, settings, and device features to exactly what each role requires, and nothing more.

The right apps in front of the right workers. Nothing else.

Enterprise Home Screen gives IT complete control over what appears on every device, locking the interface to the apps, settings, and functions each role actually needs. Workers get a focused, distraction-free experience. IT gets the assurance that no device in the fleet is being used outside its intended purpose.

Pocket it. Dock it. Done.

Dock the EM45 into the Workstation Connect Cradle and it becomes a complete desktop external monitor via HDMI, four USB-A ports, Ethernet, and audio, all live instantly. Included with your Zebra DNA Enterprise license, it removes the need to purchase, deploy, and manage fixed PCs for roles that only need them occasionally. Workers carry one device. IT manages one device. The desk just follows them.

Device specifications

Dimensions

Slim form factor — contact Zebra for model-specific dimensions

Display

6.7 in. Full HD+ (2400 × 1080), 450 nits, 120 Hz refresh rate, water droplet rejection, oleophobic coating

Touch Panel

Capacitive multi-touch; bare, gloved, and wet finger input

Processor

Qualcomm® 5430 octa-core with dedicated NPU (neural processing unit)

Memory

8 GB DDR5 RAM / 128 GB Flash

Battery

4,750 mAh — up to 25 hours; 0–50% in 30 minutes fast charge

Cameras

50 MP rear with OIS + HDR, 4K video at 30fps; 8 MP front-facing; auto lens-dirty alert; auto privacy face blur

Scanning

Rear camera barcode capture via software (standard); optional integrated SE55 scan engine

RFID

EM45 RFID model only: integrated short-range UHF RFID; 20 tags/second; up to 1.2 m (4 ft.) read range

NFC

Integrated; CPOC contactless payment; digital wallet support (tickets, boarding passes, loyalty cards, VAS)

Connectivity

5G Sub6 + Private 4G/5G; Wi-Fi 6E 2×2 MU-MIMO; Bluetooth 5.3; NFC; USB-C SuperSpeed

Sealing

IP67

Drop Spec

Multiple 5 ft. (1.5 m) drops to concrete; tumble-tested

Security

On-device fingerprint; facial recognition; Identity Guardian multi-factor authentication (facial, SSO, PIN, barcode scan); Secure Element; LifeGuard™ for Android™

Programmable Buttons

2 side buttons + 1 top button; each assignable to frequently used functions

Audio

Dual speakers; dual microphones with AI noise cancellation and echo suppression; USB-C and Bluetooth headset support

SIM

Dual SIM + eSIM; dual corporate profile (COPE) separation

Workstation Connect

EM45 WorkStation Connect Cradle (sold separately): HDMI out, 4× USB-A, Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio; transforms EM45 into full desktop workstation

Communication

Workcloud Sync: PTT over Wi-Fi and cellular; secure RCS text messaging; PBX handset mode

OS Support

Android 14 (ships); LifeGuard security updates for full service life

Lifecycle

Extended sales and support cycle — contact Zebra for specific end-of-life dates

Benefits of choosing Zebra EM45

Built for enterprises needing a single device across retail, logistics, warehousing, hospitality, and healthcare roles

Ideal for COPE deployments with a modern, familiar smartphone-like experience for workers

25-hour battery and Workstation Connect eliminate mid-shift charging and reduce reliance on desktop PCs

Optional on-device RFID consolidates multiple tools into one without adding bulk or weight

Managed better with Scalefusion

Scalefusion enhances how the Zebra EM45 is enrolled, secured, and managed — whether across a retail network, a field workforce, or a distributed fleet of drivers and technicians.

Looking to manage Zebra devices

StageNow

Enroll your entire EM45 fleet in one go with StageNow. Push configurations, app policies, and security settings using StageNow MX configs — ensuring every device is standardised and ready to work from the moment it's unboxed, at any scale.

DataWedge

Leverage DataWedge to route barcode and RFID capture data directly into your line-of-business applications — WMS, ERP, delivery management, or custom tools — without writing custom integration code. Works with camera-based barcode capture and the optional SE55 scan engine.

Zebra OEMConfig

Leverage Scalefusion's integrated Zebra OEMConfig to give IT admins granular control over EM45-specific settings — programmable button assignments, RFID activation, camera behaviour, authentication policies, and power profiles — all from a single management console, across every device in the fleet.

LifeGuard OTA

Keep every EM45 secure across its full lifecycle with LifeGuard OTA updates, powered by Scalefusion. Remotely deploy OS patches, firmware updates, and security fixes to field workers, store teams, and distributed fleets — on your schedule, over Wi-Fi or 5G, without pulling devices from service.