iMovie

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Release Date	1999-10-05
Developer	Apple
Publisher	Apple

iMovie imports video footage to the Mac using either the FireWire interface on most MiniDV format digital video cameras or the computer's USB port. It can also import video and photo files from a hard drive. From there, the user can edit the photos and video clips and add titles, themes, music, and effects, including basic color correction and video enhancement tools and transitions such as fades and slides.

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Genre

Animation, Video Editor

Characteristics

Animation, Colouring, Creative, Filters, Lettering, Rendering, Stabilization, Transition

Specs for Hardcore levels of performance in iMovie

Most software developers publish system requirements, and while they're accurate, they can be difficult to interpret; not everyone's comfortable with the jargon employed and older components are often referred to long after they've left the market.

Here are current specs for pre-built machines capable of handling iMovie.

Sadly, there are also no predefined standards for performance; some developers have very high standards while others can be a bit optimistic so your mileage may vary.

Ready-to-Order Systems Meeting these Specs Prices range from ∼ US$3134 to US$3134, accessories included.

The following Systems exceed the recommended specs for iMovie; leaving you more overhead for plug-ins, and handling uncommonly complex tasks.

Each product below was checked recently for rebates and availability from retailers located in Canada or which at least makes importing easy.

• #7, Laptops ($2925 - ∞)

  

  Apple MacBook Pro 16" w. Touch Bar (i7, 2019) from US$2350;
  ~$3134 with accessories

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  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in iMovie

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5300M

  Memory: 15.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 16"

  Screen Resolution: 3072×1920

  Dimensions: 35.79 x 24.59 x 1.62 cm

  Weight: 2.000 kg

  detailed info

  from US$2349.68

  • US$2349.68 from Apple (New)
    as of 2021-01-18 03:08:20, EST
  • US$2349.68 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2021-01-18 03:09:11, EST
  • US$2350.45 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2021-01-18 07:28:56, EST
  • US$2350.45 from Staples (New)
    as of 2021-01-16 00:30:44, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above exceed iMovie's recommended specs; which is great if you need it to handle unusual workloads but not so much if money's tight.

You can look for something cheaper by picking another performance level below: