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Question
What kind of laptop will I need for my classes at Youngstown State University?
Answer
The following laptops are based on current standard laptops used at YSU.
Windows 10 Operating System:
| Manufacturer |
Model |
Processor |
RAM |
Hard Drive |
Graphics |
Estimated Price |
| Dell |
Latitude 5420 |
11th or 12th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 |
16GB |
256GB SSD |
Intel Integrated Iris Xe Graphics |
$1,000 |
| Lenovo |
ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 |
11th or 12th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 |
16GB |
256GB SSD |
Intel Integrated Iris Xe Graphics |
$1,000 |
| Hewlett-Packard |
ProBook 450 G9 |
11th or 12th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 |
16GB |
256GB SSD |
Intel Integrated Iris Xe Graphics |
$1,000 |
Apple Mac Operating System:
| Manufacturer |
Model |
Processor |
RAM |
Hard Drive |
Graphics |
Estimated Price |
| Apple |
MacBook Pro |
M2 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU |
16GB |
256GB SSD |
Apple M2 Integrated Graphics |
$1,399 |
| Apple |
MacBook Air |
M2 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU |
16GB |
256GB SSD |
Apple M2 Integrated Graphics |
$1,099 |
Chromebooks are not recommended.
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Best Practices:
- Purchase from the manufacturer to receive direct support and Factory Warranty.
- Avoid refurbished models unless certified by company.
- Keep note of your computer's warranty and return policy.
- Ask your adviser what software you will be expected to use in your classes and research what specifications a computer will need to run that software.
- Call the YSU IT Service Desk 330-941-1595 if you have any additional questions before making a decision on a computer purchase.