Laptop Recommendations

General Laptop Recommendations (Windows or Mac) 
 Minimum Specs 
 
 Processor : Intel Core i5 (10th Gen or newer) or Apple Silicon (M1 or better) 
 RAM : 8 GB 
 Storage : 256 GB SSD 
 Operating System : Windows 10/11 or macOS Monterey or later 
 Display : 13” or larger with Full HD (1080p) resolution or higher 
 Ports : At least 1 USB-A and 1 USB-C (or compatible adapter) 
 Camera : Built-in webcam (720p or better) 
 
 Recommended Specs  
 These would be the minimum specs if you are a CS major!  
 
 Processor : Intel Core i5/i7 (12th Gen or newer) or Apple Silicon M2+ 
 RAM : 16 GB 
 Storage : 512 GB SSD 
 Operating System : Windows 10/11 or macOS Monterey or later 
 Display : 13” or larger with Full HD (1080p) resolution or higher 
 Ports : At least 1 USB-A and 1 USB-C (or compatible adapter) 
 Camera : Built-in webcam (720p or better) 
 
 
  Mac Recommendations (Art & Graphic Design Majors) 
   Note : While Windows laptops are widely supported across all departments, certain majors (e.g., Graphic Design, Digital Media) may benefit from macOS-exclusive software like Final Cut Pro or Logic Pro. Please consult your advisor or department for program-specific guidance. 
   Minimum 
 
 Device : MacBook Air with Apple Silicon (M1) 
 RAM : 8 GB 
 Storage : 256 GB SSD 
 
 Recommended 
 
 Device : MacBook Air or Pro with Apple Silicon (M2 or newer) 
 RAM : 16 GB 
 Storage : 512 GB SSD 
 Display : Retina Display for accurate color work 
 
 
 Additional Considerations 
 
 Warranty & Support : Consider purchasing a warranty or support plan (AppleCare, Dell Premium, etc.) for hardware issues or accidental damage. 
 Antivirus & Backup : Perform regular backups using OneDrive or an external drive to secure your data.  
 Device Registration : All student laptops must be registered to connect to campus Wi-Fi.