HARDWARE PURCHASES
Due to Cybersecurity and Asset Control policy all computer purchases need to go through University Research Centers Technology. Lab staff and graduates need to work with their PI and University Research Centers Technology to purchase their desktop or laptop setup. Please do not assume a computer will be available for you, it is the responsibility of faculty to work with IT to ensure a computer is purchased for your research.
In some cases where graduates are rotating labs or labs have limited or no funds then (older) department spares can be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
Below is a wide range of setups typically purchased. Last updated December 2023.
Macs
Desktops
Desktops will require a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and optionally a speaker and webcam.
Apple Mac Mini ($1,082)
- M2 processor (8-core CPU)
- 16 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Apple Mac Studio ($1,984)
- M2 Max processor (12-core CPU)
- 32 GB memory (64 GB = $361)
- 1 TB storage (2 TB = $361)
Use case: modeling, simulation, high compute workloads
Apple Mac Mini ($686)
- M2 processor (8-core CPU)
- 8 GB memory
- 512 GB storage
Use case: Internet browsing, office work, light statistics
Laptops
Laptop users may also optionally want a dock setup with monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Modern MacBooks' are not upgradable or repairable by Neuroscience Technology so a hard shell case and keyboard cover are strongly recommended.
Apple MacBook Air ($1,533 + $178 warranty)
- 13-inch Retina display (optional 15-inch)
- M2 processor (8-core CPU)
- 16 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Apple MacBook Pro ($1,804 + $301 warranty)
- 14-inch Retina display (optional 16-inch)
- M3 processor (8-core CPU)
- 16 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Apple MacBook Pro ($2,345 + $301 warranty)
- 14-inch Retina display (optional 16-inch)
- M3 Pro processor (11-core CPU)
- 36 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: modeling, simulation, high compute workloads
Note: for researchers with high performance needs desktops are typically recommended
Apple MacBook Air ($1,172 + $178 warranty)
- 13-inch Retina display (optional 15-inch)
- M2 processor (8-core CPU)
- 8 GB memory
- 512 GB storage
Use case: Internet browsing, office work, light statistics
Windows/Linux
Desktops
Desktops will require a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and optionally a speaker and webcam.
Dell OptiPlex ($780)
- Intel i5-13500 processor (PassMark score: 32,309)
- 16 memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Dell Precision 3660 ($1,273)
- i7-13700 processor (PassMark score: 38,277)
- 32 GB ECC memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: modeling, simulation, high compute workloads
Note: optional Nvidia GPUs for CUDA compute start at $300
Custom Built ($860)
- i7-13700 processor (PassMark score: 38,277)
- 32 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: modeling, simulation, high compute workloads
Note: optional Nvidia GPUs for CUDA compute start at $300
Custom Built ($1,030)
- i9-13900 processor (PassMark score: 47,815)
- 32 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: modeling, simulation, high compute workloads
Note: optional Nvidia GPUs for CUDA compute start at $300
Intel NUC 13 ($392)
- Intel i3-1315U processor (PassMark score: 13,013)
- 8 GB memory
- 500 GB storage
Use case: Internet browsing, office work, light statistics
Custom Built ($444)
- Intel i3-13100 processor (PassMark score: 14,717)
- 8 GB memory
- 500 GB storage
Use case: Internet browsing, office work, light statistics
Laptops
Laptop users may optionally want a dock setup with monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 ($773)
- 14-inch HD display (optional 16-inch)
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530U processor (PassMark score: 16,453)
- 16 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Dell Latitude 3440 ($883 + $44 warranty)
- 14-inch HD display (optional 15-inch)
- Intel i5-1335U processor (PassMark score: 17,113)
- 16 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Dell XPS 9530 ($1,601 + $315 warranty)
- 15-inch HD display
- Intel i7-13700H processor (PassMark score: 28,059)
- 32 GB memory
- 1 TB storage
Use case: everything except high performance computing
Note: for researchers with high performance or CUDA GPU compute needs desktops are typically recommended
Latitude 3440 ($664)
- 14-inch 1366x768 display
- Intel i5-1315U processor (PassMark score: 13,020)
- 8 GB memory
- 512 GB storage
Use case: Internet browsing, office work, light statistics
Note: this Latitude's cheaper 1366x768 display may be too low for some applications and a monitor is recommended
Monitors and Accessories
Monitors
Dell UltraSharp U2724D ($312)
- Screen size: 27-inch
- Resolution: 2560x1440
Dell UltraSharp U2724DE ($423)
- Screen size: 27-inch
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Includes dock/hub
Dell UltraSharp U2723QE ($507)
- Screen size: 27-inch
- Resolution: 3840x2160
- Includes dock/hub
Dell UltraSharp U3423WE ($598)
- Screen size: 34-inch
- Resolution: 3440x1440
- Includes dock/hub
- Curved display
Dell UltraSharp U4924DW ($1,105)
- Screen size: 49-inch
- Resolution: 5120x1440
- Includes dock/hub
- Curved display
Dell P2422H ($150)
- Screen size: 24-inch
- Resolution: 1920x1080
Accessories
Logitech K120 ($12)
Matias USB-C Keyboard for Mac ($40)
Dell MS3220 ($28)
Apple Magic Mouse ($73)
Dell Slim Soundbar SB521A ($42)
USB Speakers ($14)
Logitech C270 720p HD Webcam ($25)
Logitech C920s 1080p HD Pro Webcam ($60)
Incase MacBook hard shell case (approximately $30)
Keyboard cover (approximately $13)
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