This article lists the computer available from our main supplier and provides specifications and prices. It also explains what to do in case you want to order a bespoke computer, an Apple computer, or a RAM / SSD upgrade.

 

Order a computer

To order your computer, fill out and submit the form that most suits you from the page "Equipment Requests".

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Computers

Standard (mainstream) computers

Please note that specifications below reflect hardware iSolutions hold in stock and may differ from suppliers' own websites.

The hardware can be upgraded to meet your requirements at a cost. If you require upgraded hardware, please fill out the Bespoke Computer Purchasing form.

Mainstream laptop - Dell Latitude 5450

Our standard laptop offering, suitable everyday workplace activities using applications such as Microsoft Office and Teams.

Price: £ 714.00 inc. VAT

Specifications

Processor

Intel Core Ultra 5 135U vPro (12 MB cache, 12 cores, 14 threads, up to 4.4 GHz Turbo)

Memory

16 GB: 1 x 16 GB, DDR5, 5600 MT/s (5200 MT/s with 13th Gen Intel Core processors)

Hard Drive

512 GB, M.2 2230, TLC, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD

LCD

14.0" FHD (1920x1080) Non-Touch, AG, IPS, 250 nits, FHD IR Cam, WLAN/WWAN(4G)

Available Ports

• 2 USB-C 
• 2 USB 
• 1 HDMI 

Dimensions and weight

• Dimensions: 321.35 mm (12.65 inches) x 212 mm (8.35 inches)
• Weight: 1.4 Kg (3.09 Lb)

Warranty

5 years Dell Pro Support

iSolutions Contribution

This item is eligible for an iSolutions contribution which will cover the whole cost of the device if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details.

 

Mainstream Desktop - Dell OptiPlex Small Form Factor (7010)

Our standard desktop offering, suitable everyday workplace activities using applications such as Microsoft Office and Teams.

Price: £ 595.52 inc. VAT

Specifications

Processor

13th Gen Intel Core i5-13500 (6+8 Cores/24MB/20T/2.5GHz to 4.8GHz/65W)

Memory

16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 Non-ECC Memory

Hard Drive

M.2 2280 512GB PCIe NVMe Class 40 Solid State Drive

Wireless

Intel(R) AX210 Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 and Bluetooth

Available Ports

• 8 USB (2.0 and 3.2)
• 1 Universal audio port
• 1 HDMI 
• 1 RJ45 Ethernet Port 10/100/1000 Mbps

Warranty

5 years Dell Pro Support

iSolutions Contribution

This item is eligible for an iSolutions contribution which will cover the whole cost of the device if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details.

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Lightweight Laptop

Dell Latitude 7450

Latitude 7450 Ultralight is the world's smallest and lightest 14" premium commercial laptop.

Price: £ 1167.60 inc. VAT

Please note the memory and storage on the lightweight model are not upgradable at a later date. If you think you may need more RAM or a bigger SSD than the specification states, please let us know and we will get a quote created for your custom specification.

Specifications

Processor

Intel Core Ultra 5 135U, vPRO (12MB cache, 12 cores, 14 threads, up to 4.4 GHz Max Turbo)

Memory

16 GB: LPDDR5x, 6400 MT/s (onboard)
 
Hard Drive

512 GB, M.2 2230, TLC PCIe Gen 4 NVMe, SSD
 
Display

ULTRALIGHT Laptop 14.0" QHD+(1920x1200),IPS, AG Touch, ComfView+, 400 nit, 5MP IR Cam

Wireless

Intel BE200 Wi-Fi 7 2x2, Bluetooth 5.4 Technology, Wireless Card

Available Ports

• 2 Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort™ Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery
• 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 1 Universal audio jack port
• 1 HDMI 2.1 port

Dimensions and weight

• Dimensions: 17.95 mm (0.71 inches) x 313 mm (12.32 inches) x 222.80 mm (8.67 inches) 
• Weight: 1.058 Kg (2.33 Lb)

Warranty

5 years Dell Pro Support

iSolutions Contribution

This item is eligible for an iSolutions contribution up to £ 714.00 inc. VAT if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details.

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Higher specification range computers

Please note: higher specification computers are ordered upon request (average lead time 2 weeks).

Dell Precision Workstation 7680

Our higher specification laptop, with increased hard drive storage, RAM and dedicated NVIDA graphics card aimed at supporting advanced software applications with the flexibility of being portable.

Important note:

• These laptops are designed for high performance computational applications meaning it is big, heavy and often loud. Unless you need the extra power provided by a discrete GPU for your research, we recommend you consider the laptops above. We can upgrade any of the Precision laptops with a faster processor, more RAM or bigger storage if required – just contact us for a quote.
• These laptops require a Dell Performance Dock WD19DCS in order to charge while docked. On a standard docking station you must also connect the charger that comes with the laptop.

Price: £ 2208.00 inc. VAT

Specifications

Processor

Intel Core i7-13850HX vPro (30 MB cache, 20 cores, 28 threads, up to 5.3 GHz, 55 W)

Memory

32GB, 2x16GB 5600MT/s SODIMM, non-ECC

Hard Drive

512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 4 2280 SSD

Video Card

NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada 8GB GDDR6

LCD

16" UHD+ 3840x2400 OLED, WVA, 60Hz, anti-glare, touch,100% DCI-P3, 400 nits, IR Camera, with Mic

Available Ports

• 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DP-alt mode
• 1 USB 3.2 Type-A with PowerShare 
• 1 USB 3.2 Type-A
• 2 Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 
• 1 HDMI
• 1 Ethernet 

Dimensions and weight

• Dimensions: 356.00 mm (14.02 inches) x  258.34 mm (10.18 inches)
• Weights: 2.60 Kg (5.75 Lb)

Warranty

5 years Dell Pro Support

iSolutions Contribution

This item is eligible for an iSolutions contribution up to £ 714.00 inc. VAT if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details.

 

Dell Precision 3680 Tower

Our higher specification desktop, with increased hard drive storage, a dedicated NVIDA graphics card and room for expansion inside, aimed at supporting advanced software applications such used in engineering and graphic design.

Price: £ 1622.632 inc. VAT

Specifications

Processor

Intel® Core™ i7 14th Gen 14700K (33 MB cache, 20 cores, 28 threads, 3.4 GHz to 5.6 GHz, 125W)

Memory

32GB: 2 x 16 GB, DDR5, 4400 MT/s, non-ECC

Hard Drive

1 TB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD

Video Card

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, 8GB GDDR6X, HDMI, 3 DP

Wireless

Intel Wi-Fi 6/6E (6GHz) AX211 2x2 Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Card

Available Ports

• 6 USB3 Super-Speed
• 4 USB-C
• 1 RJ45 Ethernet Port 10/100/1000 Mbps
• 2 DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR2)
• 2 HDMI

Warranty

5 years Dell Pro Support

iSolutions Contribution

This item is eligible for an iSolutions contribution up to £ 714.00 inc. VAT if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details.

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Apple devices

All Apple desktops, laptops and tablets are priced and ordered individually. All devices will be ordered through Academia – The technology group.

To order an Apple device, please follow the steps below:

Step 1 – Get your quote(s) from Academia

1. Go to Academia website
2. Sign in or create a new customer account. Please note: you cannot use your university username and password to sign in automatically to Academia.
3. You will receive an email from Academia (no-reply@store.academia.co.uk) asking to confirm your account
4. After confirming your account, you will receive another email from the same address
5. Sign in to your customer account
6. Find the device you need
7. Select the button Add to quote. The basket icon on the top of the page should show the presence of a new item / quote
8. Select the basket icon
9. Select the link View and Edit Quote Request
10. Select the button Submit quote request
11. You will receive an email from Academia with:
    • the details of the quote
      and
    • a downloadable PDF of the quote.

Please note: your quote will be valid for 30 days.

Step 2 – Order your device to iSolutions

1. Open the form "Apple Computer Purchasing"
2. Fill out the form. Please note that you will need:
   • a Business World Subproject Code
     and
   • how the device will be funded
3. Attach the PDF quote downloaded from Academia’s email
4. Select the button Submit to submit your request

iSolutions Contribution

Apple desktops and laptops are eligible for an iSolutions contribution up to £ 714.00 inc. VAT if you have no other device assigned to you, please see the Hardware Provision Policy for further details. iPads are not eligible.

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Monitors

Dell 22" Monitor (Standard)

Full HD monitor features height adjustability, built-in speakers and an eco-conscious design. Designed to optimize eye comfort even over an extended period of time.

Price: £ 78.00 inc. VAT

Key features: 

• Resolution / Refresh Rate: Full HD (1080p) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz
• Ports:
  • DisplayPort 1.2
  • VGA
  • HDMI
• Panel technology: Vertical Alignment (VA)

 

Dell 24" Monitor and Dock Combined

All-day productivity monitor. Improved ComfortView Plus: reduces harmful blue light emissions to ≤35%, for all-day comfort without sacrificing colour.

Price: £ 141.60 inc. VAT

Key features: 

• Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible
• Resolution / Refresh Rate: 1920 x 1080
• Ports:
  • 1x HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4) (Supports up to FHD 1920 x 1080 100Hz TMDS as per specified in HDMI 1.4)
  • 1x DP 1.4 (HDCP 1.4)
  • 1x DP-out (1.4) with MST (HDCP 1.4)
  • 1x RJ45
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C upstream (Alt. mode with DP1.4) with up to 90W PD
  • 3x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A downstream
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C downstream with up to 15W PD (data only)
• Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS) 

 

Dell 27" Monitor and Dock Combined

Optimised to deliver high performance details and clarity. See consistent, vibrant colours across a wide viewing angle enabled by In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology.

Price: £ 210.00 inc. VAT

Key features:

• Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible
• Resolution / Refresh Rate: QHD 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz
• Ports:
  • HDMI (HDCP 1.4)
  • DisplayPort (HDCP 1.4)
  • USB-C upstream/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with Power Delivery (power up to 90W)
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 downstream
  • DisplayPort output (HDCP 1.4, MST)
  • LAN (RJ-45)
• Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS)

 

Dell 32" Monitor and Dock Combined

Optimised to deliver high performance details and clarity. See consistent, vibrant colours across a wide viewing angle enabled by In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology.

Price: £ 272.40 inc. VAT

Key features:

• Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible
• Resolution / Refresh Rate: QHD 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz
• Ports:
  • HDMI (HDCP 1.4)
  • DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4)
  • DisplayPort output (HDCP 1.4, MST)
  • USB-C upstream/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with Power Delivery (power up to 90W)
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 downstream
  • LAN (RJ-45)
• Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS)

 

Dell 38" UltraSharp Curved Monitor and Dock Combined

The curved screen improves field of view while reducing reflection and eye fatigue to give you a comfortable, immersive experience. 

Price: £ 800.40 inc. VAT

Key features:

• Resolution / Refresh Rate: WQHD+ 3840 x 1600 at 60 Hz
• Ports:
  • DisplayPort 1.4
  • 2 x HDMI (HDCP 2.2)
  • USB-C/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode (power up to 90W)
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 upstream (data only)
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 downstream
  • 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 downstream (power up to 15W)
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 downstream with Battery Charging 1.2
  • Audio line-out
  • Network (RJ-45)
• Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS) 

 

Dell 14" Portable Monitor 

Experience dual-screen productivity anywhere with this ultralight, ultrathin 14” FHD portable monitor.

Dual-screen productivity, anywhere: Extend your screen at the office, at home or on the go with this convenient, compact display.

Seamless views: Expand your screen with this FHD panel featuring In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology providing wide viewing angles, perfect for collaboration.

Price: £ 202.80 inc. VAT

Key feature: 

• Dimensions: 32.237 cm x 1.43 cm x 20.269 cm  (WxDxH); Weight: 590g
• Resolution / Refresh Rate: Full HD (1080p) 1920 x 1080
• Ports: 2 x USB-C/DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode (HDCP 1.4 / power up to 65W)
• Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS) 
• Captivating front-of-screen with easy-access controls

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How to order RAM and SSDs

If you need to request more RAM or an additional/replacement SSD for your computer, please read the article "RAM and SSD - Catalogue and prices".

If you need to request more RAM / SSD for your computer, please:

1. Open the form "Computer Peripheral Purchasing"
2. Tick the box Other peripheral – Please provide further details below. Please note that you will need to provide a Business World Subproject Code.
3. Fill out the fields based on the information provided in the article "RAM and SSD - Catalogue and prices"
4. Select the button Submit to submit your request 

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Prices

Computers

Type	Model	Cost (inc. VAT)	Contribution (inc. VAT)
Standard laptop	Dell Latitude 5450	£ 714.00	Full cost
Standard desktop	Dell OptiPlex Small Form Factor (7010)	£ 595.52	Full cost
Lightweight laptop	Dell Latitude 7450 Ultralight	£ 1,167.60	Up to £ 714.00
Higher Spec. laptop	Dell Precision Workstation 7680	£ 2,208.00	Up to £ 714.00
Higher Spec. desktop	Dell Precision 3680 Tower	£ 1,622.32	Up to £ 714.00

 

Accessories and peripherals

Dell laptop peripherals

Model	Cost (inc. VAT)*
Ethernet Adaptor USB-C to Ethernet (Lightweight and Mobile units)	Free of charge
Dell Adapter | DisplayPort to HDMI This peripheral is for Precision 5860 Tower	£ 18.00

Apple mice, keyboards and adaptors

Model	Cost (inc. VAT)*
(MLA02Z/A) Apple Magic Mouse 2	£ 71.05
(MQ052B/A) Apple Magic Keyboard with numeric keypad	£ 124.03
(MJ1L2ZM/A) Apple Display adaptor	£ 73.97

Monitors and Docking stations (for Dell and Apple)

Model	Cost (inc. VAT)*
Dell 22" Monitor (Standard)	£ 75.60
Dell 24" Monitor & Dock Combined (Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible)	£ 141.60
Dell 27" Monitor & Dock Combined QHD 2560 x 1440 (Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible)	£ 210.00
Dell 32" Monitor & Dock Combined QHD 2560 x 1440 (Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible)	£ 272.40
Dell 38" UltraSharp Curved Monitor & Dock Combined QHD 2560 x 1440	£ 800.40
Dell 14" Portable	£ 202.80
Dell Docking Station WD19S 180w (Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible)	£ 129.60
Dell Thunderbolt Docking Station WD22TB4 180w (Apple single-screen and Dell dual-screen compatible)	£ 163.61
Dell Performance Dock WD19DCS (for Dell Precision laptops only dual-screen compatible)	£ 266.38

USB 3.0 Portable digital Hard Drives

Model	Cost (inc. VAT)*
1 TB Western digital Portable Hard Drive	Raise a ticket to request a quote
2 TB Western digital Portable Hard Drive	Raise a ticket to request a quote

Other peripherals

Model	Cost (inc. VAT)*
Laptop Bag (standard)	Free when ordered with a laptop or £ 9.66
Sony Headphones	£ 16.57
Webcam (HD, with Built-in Mic)	£ 20.29
Dell Stereo Headset WH1022	£ 20.40
Wired mouse (Dell Optical Mouse-MS116 - Black SR 1)	£ 9.60
Wired keyboard	£ 6.00
Dell wireless mouse	£ 20.16
Dell Pro wireless keyboard and mouse KM5221W - UK (QWERTY)	£ 27.60
Desktop Wi-Fi Dongle	£ 18.28
UK / Irish 65W AC Adapter with power cord (Kit)	£ 19.20
Logitech USB Wired Speakers	£ 13.02
Kensington Laptop Stand	£ 20.36

* Please note: all prices are subject to change.

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