Suggested devices (2021-22)
Information for the 2022-2023 academic year will be available June 15. Please check back later.
Please find listed below a selection of laptops that are recommended for each Faculty/Program to ensure successful Ontario Tech University software usage. Clicking on a model will direct you to the vendor website for purchase and these laptops include the following features:
- Matte displays - matte reflects less light making it easier to view in reflected lights and from a wider angle.
- Battery - extended batteries can be purchased that allow for longer runtime and can be easily replaced if required.
- Keyboard - improved keyboard provides more feedback on key actuation.
- Pointing device - imbedded in the keyboard, the pointing device allows for more efficient typing and is more accurate than the touchpad.
- Webcam - for use in online learning.
- On-site repair - the listed business laptops can be repaired by bringing your laptop to the Service Desk. See the Repair service page for additional details.
Lenovo additional information:
Follow the Order a Lenovo laptop from CompuCom page for steps on how to create an account and purchase a device.
Faculty or program |
Dell |
Lenovo |
Apple |
Business and IT (Commerce) |
MacBook Pro with Intel CPU (13")* *must run Windows* |
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Business and IT (Game Development) | Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | ||
Business and IT (Networking and IT Security) |
Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | ||
Business and IT (Technology Management) |
Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. |
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Education | *must run Windows* | ||
Engineering and Applied Sciences |
Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | ||
Energy Systems and Nuclear Science | Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | ||
Health Sciences |
MacBook Pro with Intel CPU (13")* *must run Windows* |
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Science (Forensic Science) | Dell devices do not meet faculty requirements. | Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | |
Science (Computer Science) |
MacBook Pro with Intel CPU (13")* *must run Windows* |
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Science (Excluding Forensic and Computer Science) |
Apple devices do not meet faculty requirements. | ||
Social Science and Humanities |
MacBook Pro with Intel CPU (13")* *must run Windows* |