Recommended Computer Specifications for Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry


Hardware and software specifications
Operating systems
  • Windows 11
  • macOS 14 Sonoma
  • macOS 15 Sequoia
Processors
  • Intel Core i5
  • Intel Core i7
  • Intel Core i9
  • Apple M3
  • Apple M4
Memory
  • 24 GB (configurable Mac)
  • 32 GB
  • 64 GB
Storage
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 1TB SSD
Software
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Office 365
  • Mathematica
  • MATLAB
  • Gaussian/Gaussview, available on TERPware
Features and accessories
  • Dedicated graphics card
  • Webcam (if not built-in)
  • Headset with microphone
  • USB-C dongle or USB-C to HDMI adapter for conference rooms