Laptop to run ArcGIS Pro 3.2

Question

I need to buy my daughter a laptop to run ArcGIS Pro 3.2. The computer she has now works but is super slow and can hang during processing.

I don't have a set budget, but want to get something that will last for the next three or so years. (remainder of undergrad, then on to grad school) Any recommendations would be helpful.

Thanks!

ShaneONeill_144 · Answer

You should also run the following Systems Checker tool from Esri - The tool will run a short .exe file that downloads from the computer, but the results will show on the web browser. This will give you an indication if your current machine can run ArcGIS Pro based on the minimum and recommended system requirements, and should give you an idea of the specs required in your new machine.

Bud · Answer

I agree that ESRI’s minimum requirements are not enough.

Brian_Wilson · Answer

When looking at the list of requirements, ignore the "minimum" column and go for at least the "recommended" level. For example go for at LEAST 32 GB of RAM.

Also best if you can get something that can be upgraded later (standard parts not soldered in, i.e. not a Macintosh M2) Things that unaffordable now will be cheap in a year and if it's a standard part like an NVME drive you can cheaply upgrade for more life.