Purchasing Standards (Hardware Vendors)
The University of Kentucky contracts with certain vendors for technology hardware purchases. These vendors provide discounted prices, tax free status, and free shipping. They are:
We are required to use the contracted vendors unless they don't provide the items needed.
We have created a variety of quotes that should meet most computer needs in the college. Exceptions to this list can be made for specific research needs.
To request a custom quote, please fill out this form: https://forms.as.uky.edu/it-quote-request
Note: Due to RAM shortages, prices are extremely volatile and will most likely be higher than the dollar amount listed here. Please reach out to us directly via the form above for any specific price questions.
Standard Desktop Computers (PC & Mac)
Dell Pro Micro Plus $1,272.62
Intel Ultra 7 265 processor, 16 GB DDR5 RAM, 512 GB SSD, small footprint | Recommended for general office or lab computing
Notes:
This computer has three DisplayPorts for out of box support for three monitors. In order to run older monitors with this computer, you may need to purchase a separate adapter. Please let CaTS know if you need advice on what to purchase.
5 Year Hardware Warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service after Remote Diagnosis
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Mac mini $828
Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16 GB RAM
256 GB SSD, does not include mouse and keyboard
4 year AppleCare+ Protection Plan
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Recommended Lab Computer (PC)
Dell Pro Max Slim Desktop $2,072.20
Intel Ultra 7 265K processor, 32 GB DDR5 RAM, NVIDIA RTX A400 GPU, 1 TB SSD | Recommended for users with higher computational needs
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Recommended PC Laptops
Dell Pro 14 Plus $1,283.34
Intel Ultra 5 236V (8-core, 4.7 GHz) processor, 16 GB LPDDR5x RAM, 512 GB SSD, 14" FHD+ Display
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Dell Pro 16 Plus $1,304.60
Intel Ultra 5 236V (8-core, 4.7 GHz) processor, 16 GB LPDDR5x RAM, 512 GB SSD, 16" FHD+ Display
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Dell Pro 14 Premium $2,201.84
Intel Ultra 7 268V (8-core, 5.0 GHz) processor, 32 GB LPDDR5x RAM, 512 GB SSD, 14" FHD+ Display
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Recommended Mac Laptops
13" MacBook Air $1,158
15" MacBook Air $1,648
14" MacBook Pro $2,188
Apple M4 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, 24 GB RAM
512 GB Flash Storage
Has HDMI Port
4 year AppleCare+ Protection Plan
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16" MacBook Pro $3,648
Apple M4 Max chip with 14-core CPU and 32-core GPU, 36 GB RAM | Recommended for users with higher computational needs
1 TB Flash Storage
4 year AppleCare+ Protection Plan
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Monitors / Accessories
Dell Pro 24 Plus Monitor $144.99
Dell Thunderbolt 4 Dock - SD25TB4 $289.99
