DaVinci Resolve 16

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Release Date	2004-01-01
Developer	Blackmagic Design
Publisher	Blackmagic Design

Non-linear editing system originally developed by Da Vinci Systems. Although the latest versions are fully featured for video editing it's still better known by its original capabilities in color correction and grading. Blackmagic distributes both a free and paid version of the software. The cost for the paid version of DaVinci Resolve is $299 (as of 2018).

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Genre

Video Editor

Characteristics

Animation, Audio Mastering, Audio Mixing, Chroma Key (a.k.a. Green Screen), Colour Grading, Colouring, Creative, Filters, Layers, Multicam Editing, Non-Linear Editing, Particle Effects, Recording Software, Rendering, Stabilization, Transition

Specs for Minimal levels of performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

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 DaVinci Resolve 16.

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$1140 to US$1990, accessories included.

The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by DaVinci Resolve 16's developers. So it should run, but you might experience slowdowns when working with larger, heavier files.

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

• #1, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1600)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$9907% cheaper than usual
  ~$1590 with accessories

  For the right price, this Gaming PC can be a very compelling option, capable of handling most demanding games currently out there. In terms of durability, acces... Read More about the TG01-0299

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.70 x 33.74 cm

  Weight: 5.960 kg

  detailed info

  from US$985.67

  • US$985.67 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 11:17:17, EDT
  • US$1213.14 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:38:09, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #1, Stationary Computers ($1600 - $2300)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$99015%, Best price yet!
  ~$1990 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty serious graphics card and is capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games in this configuration. With a relatively sizeable solid-... Read More about the i5090-7711GRY-PCA

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  from US$986.43

  • US$986.43 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:35:20, EDT
  • US$1288.93 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:32:57, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #2, Stationary Computers ($1600 - $2300)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1140;
  ~$1830 with accessories

  Already capable of impressive performances, this build will also help simplify future upgrades; allowing this Gaming rig to last a few GPU generations. If you'r... Read More about the GT1100ANV191

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 480.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.90 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1137.32 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2020-10-18 05:31:23, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Memory Express site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #4, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1600)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$650;
  ~$1140 with accessories

  This Gaming PC maximizes the power you get for your investment. It does lack a few features I'd rather see in a gaming system (like paired memory and a Solid St... Read More about the dg5000_s1e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 7.600 kg

  detailed info

  US$644.48 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-10-19 03:34:29, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$1170;
  ~$1820 with accessories

  This affordable gaming PC will let you enjoy all but the most demanding PC games out there at their best and makes a solid foundation on which to build as techn... Read More about the GL10CS-BS761-CB

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 43.00 x 42.80 cm

  Weight: 8.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1160.06 from Best Buy (Open Box) as of 2020-10-19 06:17:09, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Best Buy site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #10, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1600)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  This desktop PC manages to combine a lot of horsepower for the cost without sacrificing too much in terms of features or maintenance/upgrade options... Read More about the TG01-0199

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.70 x 33.74 cm

  Weight: 5.960 kg

  detailed info

  from US$834.03

  • US$834.03 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-10-18 15:38:01, EDT
  • US$909.85 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 06:50:40, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #14, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1600)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$990;
  ~$1590 with accessories

  This Gaming PC maximizes the power you get for your investment. It does lack a few features I'd rather see in a gaming system (like paired memory), but I can't... Read More about the dg5000_s2e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$985.67 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-10-19 03:35:12, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #1, Laptops ($825 - $1300)

  

  MSI Alpha 15 Gaming Laptop from US$9104% cheaper than usual
  ~$1219 with accessories

  This laptop aims to deliver satisfying gaming performance at a reasonable price, and it's worth a look if you need a gaming PC that can be set anywhere. You wil... Read More about the A3DDK-012CA

  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  3/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3750H

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5500M

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 35.76 x 24.79 x 2.74 cm

  Weight: 2.300 kg

  detailed info

  from US$909.1

  • US$909.1 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 04:45:58, EDT
  • US$947.01 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 11:15:54, EDT
  • US$1076.65 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:28:06, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #1, Laptops ($1300 - $1725)

  

  HP Pavilion 15-inch Gaming laptop from US$1170;
  ~$1552 with accessories

  This cost-efficient gaming laptop is capable of delivering immersive interactive experiences and handle demanding visual tasks like video editing fluidly.

  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.00 x 25.60 x 2.34 cm

  Weight: 2.220 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1161.57

  • US$1161.57 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:10:47, EDT
  • US$1172.95 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-10-19 05:23:40, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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• Laptops: Large Laptops
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Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above meet DaVinci Resolve 16's minimum requirements. It might run a little slow in some areas, and you might need to disable or lower some options for an enjoyable experience.

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