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Zebra MC9450 Ultra-Rugged Mobile Computer

Device from Zebra Technologies; details below are as stated by the manufacturer.

Reviewed Sep 30, 20266 sourced factsSold by Waveform · affiliated company
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Details

Exact model
MC9450 (the WWAN model of the MC9400/MC9450 series; MC9400 has no cellular)
Category
Device
Technology / network scope
4G LTE5G NRLTE and 5G NR; supports private networking (LTE/5G)
Bands
CBRS 3.55–3.703.43.63.8GHz4G NA: B2/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/25/26/29/30/38/41/48/66/71 · 5G FR1 NA: n2/5/7/8/12/13/14/25/26/30/38/41/48/66/71/77/78
Environment
IndoorOutdoor
Availability
Order online · Ships in 1–2 weeksOrder from Waveform

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Overview

The MC9450 is the cellular (WWAN) model of Zebra's MC9400/MC9450 gun-style, ultra-rugged mobile computer; the MC9400 is the Wi-Fi-only model.[1] Zebra describes it as the first gun-style device with private and public 5G data, and its nano SIM plus eSIM let one unit hold a private-network profile and a public-carrier profile at the same time.[1] It is aimed at warehouses, cold storage, manufacturing, ports and yards, and Zebra lists it as the replacement for the MC9300.[2] The cellular radio is data only, so voice runs through push-to-talk or VoIP apps rather than cellular calls.[1]

Specifications

Cellular

5G NR bands (North America)
Sub-6 GHz (FR1) n2, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n25, n26, n30, n38, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78.[1]
LTE bands (North America)
B2, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B25, B26, B29, B30, B38, B41, B48, B66, B71; Gigabit LTE-A with LTE/NR carrier aggregation.[1]
5G modes
Non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) 5G NR.[1]
CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service)
The spec sheet lists LTE B48 and NR n48 in the North American band set but does not use the term CBRS or cite an OnGo certification.[1]
Private network support
Zebra states the MC9450 supports private LTE/5G networking and can run private and public 5G connections simultaneously.[1]
SIM
One nano SIM and one eSIM.[1]
Voice
WWAN is data only; Zebra lists support for its Workcloud Communication PTT Express and PTT Pro push-to-talk apps.[1]

Platform

Operating system
Android. As of October 2026 Zebra lists Android 13, 14 and 15 as available for the MC9450 and Android 18 as the final supported version.[3]
Processor
Qualcomm 4490 octa-core, 2.4 GHz.[1]
Memory and storage
6 GB RAM, 128 GB flash; microSD slot up to 2 TB.[1]
Security
FIPS 140-2 validated; Secure Boot and Verified Boot.[1]

Display, input and data capture

Display
4.3 in. WVGA (800 x 480) color display, 600 nits typical; capacitive touch for finger, gloved finger or stylus.[1]
Keypads
Backlit, field-replaceable keypads from 29 to 58 keys, including terminal-emulation layouts.[1]
Scanning and cameras
SE58 extended-range 1D/2D engine (Zebra cites over 100 ft/30.5 m) or SE4770 1D/2D engine; 8 MP front and 16 MP autofocus rear cameras.[1]

Durability

Sealing
IP65 and IP68 with battery installed.[1]
Drop and tumble
12 ft (3.65 m) to concrete, exceeding MIL-STD-810H; 8 ft (2.4 m) to concrete across -20 °C to 50 °C; freezer model 7 ft (2.1 m); 6,000 tumbles at 3.3 ft (1 m).[1]
Operating temperature
Standard model -20 °C to 50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F); freezer model -30 °C to 50 °C (-22 °F to 122 °F).[1]
Hazardous locations
Optional non-incendive Class I, II and III Division 2 configurations, available in North America.[1]

Battery

Battery
3.6 V, 7,000 mAh (25.2 Wh) Li-ion; optional BLE-beacon battery, 5,000 mAh freezer battery and non-incendive battery; hot swap with temporary session persistence.[1]

Connectivity and interfaces

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), tri-band 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2x2 MU-MIMO.[1]
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3, Class 2.[1]
GNSS
Dual-band GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS (L1 + L5) with a-GPS (MC9450 only).[1]
Wired interface
USB 2.0 high speed (host and client) through the bottom pogo connector.[1]

Physical, certifications and warranty

Size and weight
240 x 88 x 189 mm (9.4 x 3.5 x 7.4 in.); 743 g (26.2 oz) with battery.[1]
Certifications and warranty
TAA compliance on select configurations; Android Enterprise Recommended; Google ARCore; one-year hardware warranty from shipment.[1]

What’s included

  • MC9450 mobile computer (Zebra's in-the-box listing).[2]
  • Waveform, operated by the team behind Private5G.com, says its CBRS/5G kit also includes a hot-swappable battery, a charging cradle or cable depending on configuration, and user documentation.[4]

Public pricing

  • Waveform, operated by the team behind Private5G.com, lists one CBRS/5G configuration (SKU MC945A-3G1R6DSS-NA) at $4,450.00 as of October 1, 2026.[4]

Documents

Vendor

Sources

Researched Oct 1, 2026. Manufacturer and vendor statements are their claims, not independent tests.

  1. MC9400/MC9450 Mobile Computer Specification Sheet — Zebra Technologies, Mar 19, 2025. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  2. MC9450 Handheld Computer — Zebra Technologies. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  3. Zebra Enterprise Mobile Computers: Supported Android Versions — Zebra Technologies. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  4. Zebra MC9450: CBRS-Capable 5G Ultra-Rugged Handheld — Waveform (operated by the team behind Private5G.com). Accessed Oct 1, 2026.

Every detail in the table at the top comes from these sources. Open the source details for each fact’s publisher, evidence type, date, and where it appears.

Source details (6)
SOURCEExact model

MC9450 (the WWAN model of the MC9400/MC9450 series; MC9400 has no cellular)

Zebra Technologies ↗Manufacturer informationLocation in source: Specifications > Network ConnectionsChecked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated

SOURCETechnology

LTE and 5G NR; supports private networking (LTE/5G)

Zebra Technologies ↗Manufacturer informationLocation in source: Specifications > Wireless WAN Data Communications (MC9450 only)Checked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated

SOURCEBands

4G NA: B2/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/25/26/29/30/38/41/48/66/71 · 5G FR1 NA: n2/5/7/8/12/13/14/25/26/30/38/41/48/66/71/77/78

Zebra Technologies ↗Manufacturer informationLocation in source: Specifications > Wireless WAN Data Communications (MC9450 only) > Radio Frequency Band / Specifications > Wireless WAN Data Communications (MC9450 only) > Radio Frequency BandChecked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated

SOURCEEnvironment

indoor and outdoor

Zebra Technologies ↗Manufacturer informationLocation in source: Private and public 5G — new cost-effective wireless optionsChecked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated

SOURCEProduct category

Device

Zebra Technologies ↗Private5G.com classificationLocation in source: Product page overviewChecked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated

SOURCEAvailability

orderable online; ship time 1-2 weeks

Waveform ↗Retailer listingLocation in source: Purchase boxChecked Sep 30, 2026Source date: not stated