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Laptop requirements - 2025-2026 Engineering (EN)

Laptop specifications 2025/2026

Regardless of which Engineering programme you take, you will need a laptop. If you already have one, we advise you to use it until it turns out that it is not suitable for certain software you need to use during your studies. If you want to take this into account when buying a new laptop, please note the following:

Hardware (all programmes)

Please note: Programme-specific details can be found further down.
  • Processor (CPU):
    Recommended: Intel Core i7 (12th generation or newer) or AMD Ryzen 7 (5th generation or newer)
    Minium: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5
    A powerful CPU is important for simulations and rendering.
  • Memory (RAM)
    Recommended: 32 GB
    Minimum: 16 GB
    Many technical software programmes use a lot of RAM, especially when working with large projects or datasets.
  • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU):
    Recommended: NVIDIA RTX 3060 or better (support for CUDA is preferred)
    Minimum: NVIDIA GTX 1650 or integrated Intel Iris Xe for light tasks
    A separate GPU is strongly recommended for CAD, 3D-modelling and simulations.
  • Storage (SSD):
    Recommended: 1TB NVMe SSD
    Minimum: 512 GB SSD
    A fast SSD improves responsiveness and allows for quicker loading of large files.
  • Screen:
    Recommended: 15” of bigger, Full HD (1920x1080) of higher resolution
  • Connectivity:
    Wi-Fi: wireless internet 802.11g (preferred 802.11n dual-band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz) and WPA-2 compatible. USB-A port.

    Operating system and software (all programmes)

    • Microsoft Windows 11 (64 Bit)
    • Microsoft Office 2016 or newer. Student licences are available through
      surfspot.nl
    • Software and licenses supplied by Fontys are only compatible with Microsoft Windows.
      Please note: Apple and Linux computers are not supported.

    • Digital exams are conducted with hardware that only operates with Windows-certified
      equipment. It is not possible to take exams on a Apple or Linux system.

    Additional specifications per programme 2025/2026

    Mechatronics Eindhoven

    • RJ45 port, USB to RJ45 adapter is also an option.
    • HDMI port, also possible via adapter.
    • For Solidworks software, please check specifications via:  https://www.solidworks.com/support/hardware-certification
    • As of year 4: For the Siemens NX software package, a more powerful graphics card is
      required. Officially certified graphics cards (see also Mechanical Engineering)
      are relatively expensive. It is possible to use a gaming graphics card instead.
      Good experience has been reported with the Nvidia RTX 3060/3070 or MX series or
      newer. For other GPU choices, consult with the Mechatronics department before
      purchasing.

    Mechanical Engineering

    • For the Siemens NX software package, a more powerful graphics card is required.
      Officially certified graphics cards are relatively expensive. It is possible to
      use a gaming graphics card instead. Good experience has been reported with the
      Nvidia RTX 3060/3070 or MX series or newer. For other GPU choices, consult with
      the Mechanical Engineering department before purchasing.