Mac Buying Guide for Students
Discover the guide tailored to your studies
We've created four buying guides for four different fields of study and academic paths. Select your field of study or the one that best matches your needs and find out which Mac is right for you and which configuration we recommend.
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Programming/Development Course
Processor
Choose an Intel i5, i7 or i9 processor, or, if possible, an Apple M1 or M2. Apple processors deliver excellent performance for coding, compiling and testing your projects without any lag.
RAM
Go for at least 16 GB of RAM/span>. You’ll be able to run Xcode, Visual Studio Code and your web browsers side by side without any slowdowns.
Storage
256 GB may be sufficient if you use external storage or the cloud, , mais but 512 GB is preferable if you store a lot of projects, code files or virtual machines on your computer.
👉 Which Mac should I buy for programming/development?
Studying computer science requires a Mac capable of running development environments, emulators, virtual machines and, at times, resource-intensive software such as Android Studio, Docker or Xcode. A good balance between processing power, memory and responsiveness is therefore essential.
We have selected three products to suit your budget. These three MacBooks will enable you to carry out all the tasks you are likely to encounter during your programming or development studies.
Business/Law/Medicine
Processor
If possible, choose a Mac with an Apple Silicon chip. These processors are fast, quiet and more than adequate for office work, video calls and web browsing. Otherwise, an Intel i5 or i7 chip will be more than enough.
RAM
8 GB of RAM is more than enough for office work, video calls and web browsing. You can keep several apps open without any loss of performance. 16 GB is a bonus.
Storage
A 256 GB SSD is ideal for storing your coursework, documents and applications. If you manage everything in the cloud, you won’t need any more. If you have a lot of coursework on your computer, opt for additional storage.
👉 Which Mac should I buy for business, law or medicine?
Studying law, medicine or business requires a reliable, lightweight and durable Mac. You use office software, attend video lectures, consult online resources and take notes on a daily basis. You therefore need a Mac that runs smoothly, with good battery life and enough storage to keep your course documents, presentations and PDF files.
Here are three models suited to your course and your budget. Each one will allow you to study in the best possible conditions, without compromising on performance or user comfort.
Engineer/Architect/Modelling
Processor
Apple chips are highly recommended for this type of course. An M1/M1 Pro or M2/M2 Pro chip is an excellent choice to see you through your studies without any slowdowns.
RAM
16 GB of RAM is strongly recommended for smooth performance when working with AutoCAD, MATLAB or 3D rendering. You’ll be able to multitask seamlessly.
Storage
Opt for an SSD with at least 512 GB of storage to store your modelling files, renders, projects or resource libraries without running the risk of running out of storage space.
👉 Which Mac should I buy for engineering, architecture or modelling?
Studying engineering, architecture or 3D modelling requires a Mac capable of handling technical software, which can sometimes be resource-intensive and complex. You’ll be working with drawings, 3D renderings, calculations, modelling and scientific code. You therefore need a powerful machine that can multitask smoothly, with enough memory and storage to keep pace with your projects.
Here are the three models we recommend based on your budget. These MacBooks are perfectly suited to your technical needs and will serve you well throughout your studies.