Student and Employee Personal Purchases

Ball State students and employees making personal purchases, are eligible for reduced, educational prices on most products. 

Ball State students are encouraged to review computer recommendations by major to select the right device for their needs.

Available Financing

Financing options are available to students and employees when purchasing from the Technology Store. Financing reduces the immediate out-of-pocket amount due at the time of purchase by using financial aid funds or by making payments over time.

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Department Institutional Purchase

Making a department institutional purchase, utilizing university funds (FOAPAL)? Visit our Department Purchase page to review purchasing options and access a list of Dell products that have been selected to meet the needs of university employees.

Ball State Branded Laptop Bags

Don't forget to check out our selection of laptop bags to protect your purchase. 

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Laptops

Laptops

Browse standard Dell laptops in a range of configurations below.

Sleek 14-inch 2-in-1 with on-device Copilot+ powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, with stunning performance that powers the newest AI experiences and incredible battery life for seamless on-the-go multitasking with versatile working modes. Experience seamless productivity in any mode with a design that maximizes performance and portability, ensuring you stay efficient and connected wherever you are. Effortlessly switch between four modes, including a full 360, with all the essentials included. Enjoy vivid colors and sharp details on a spacious 14" FHD+ touch screen, keep your eyes comfortable with Dell ComfortView and enjoy your favorite content even in crowded environments with loud and clear speakerphone-grade audio. With a supported Dell Active Pen (Sold Separately), interact intuitively with a touch screen and write and draw naturally.
 
For the full technical specifications, visit Dell's website.

$1,072
Ball State affiliate price
Includes one-year manufacturer warranty

Key Features

  • Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 256V
    • 8 cores, up to 4.8 GHz
  • 14.0-inch 16:10 FHD+ (1920x1200) Touch 300nits WVA Display with ComfortView
  • 16GB RAM
  • 1TB SSD Storage
  • Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Integrated)
  • Windows 11 Home

Compact 16-inch laptop with a modern design and Intel® Core™ processors and graphics that power effortless productivity and captivating entertainment. Enjoy crisp, expansive visuals on a 16" screen with up to FHD+, touchscreen capabilities, and a 16:10 aspect ratio—delivering a wide, immersive viewing experience. Dell ComfortView Plus helps reduce harmful blue light emissions while preserving true-to-life color, keeping your eyes comfortable even during prolonged screen time.

For the full technical specifications, visit Dell's website.

$660
Ball State affiliate price
Includes one-year manufacturer warranty

Key Features

  • Intel® Core™ 5 120U
    • 10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz
  • 16.0-inch 16:10 FHD+ (1920x1200) Touch 300nits WVA/IPS Display with ComfortView
  • 16GB RAM
  • Intel® Graphics (Integrated)
  • 512GB SSD Storage
  • Windows 11 Home

Alienware 16 Aurora delivers an immersive gaming-first experience in a sleek, focused design. Get the performance you need, anywhere – powered by Intel® Core™ processors (Series 2) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4050. Intentionally designed for comfortable, everyday use. Alienware 16 Aurora’s streamlined design offers advanced thermal support without the need for a rear thermal shelf. The laptop’s smaller profile makes it an easy fit into bags and backpacks for on-the-go performance. The perfect balance of performance and portability in a stunning chassis. Ready to run your favorite games seamlessly with up to 115W Total Performance Power. With ample storage and memory, Aurora is built to game and multitask today and beyond. This laptop features two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots and two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots. Our advanced cooling technology, Alienware Cryo-tech™, is designed to maintain system stability even during the most demanding sessions.

For the full technical specifications, visit Dell's website. 

$1,159
Ball State affiliate price
Includes one-year manufacturer warranty

Key Features

  • Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 
    • 10 cores, 5.20 GHz P-Core
  • 16", WQXGA, 120Hz, 300 nits, 100% sRGB, ComfortView Plus
  • 16GB RAM
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050, 6 GB GDDR6
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • Windows 11 Home

Alienware 16 Aurora delivers an immersive gaming-first experience in a sleek, focused design. Get the performance you need, anywhere – powered by Intel® Core™ processors (Series 2) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5060. Intentionally designed for comfortable, everyday use. Alienware 16 Aurora’s streamlined design offers advanced thermal support without the need for a rear thermal shelf. The laptop’s smaller profile makes it an easy fit into bags and backpacks for on-the-go performance. The perfect balance of performance and portability in a stunning chassis. Ready to run your favorite games seamlessly with up to 115W Total Performance Power. With ample storage and memory, Aurora is built to game and multitask today and beyond. This laptop features two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots and two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots. Our advanced cooling technology, Alienware Cryo-tech™, is designed to maintain system stability even during the most demanding sessions.

For the full technical specifications, visit Dell's website. 

$1,713
Ball State affiliate price
Includes one-year manufacturer warranty

Key Features

  • Intel® Core™ 9 Processor
    • 14 cores 5.80 GHz P-Core
  • 16", WQXGA, 120Hz, 300 nits, 100% sRGB, ComfortView Plus
  • 32GB RAM
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060, 8 GB GDDR7
  • 1TB SSD Storage
  • Windows 11 Home

Need Accessories? We've Got You Covered.

The Technology Store stocks all your favorite name-brand accessories for your new device. We have headphones, adapters, chargers, and more. Everything you need for class, work, or fun. Visit us in Bracken Library, Room BL103, or  call us at 765-285-4104 to check what's in stock.

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In collaboration with other on-campus services, the Technology Store can assist students and employees with most technology questions and needs. Read our return policy, learn about servicing options, and find answers to frequently asked questions on our Services and Support page.

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