Photoshop CC 2018
| Release Date | 1990-02-19 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Adobe |
| Publisher | Adobe |
Photoshop was created in 1988 by Thomas and John Knoll. Since then, it has become the de facto industry standard in raster graphics editing, to the point that Photoshop has become a generic trademark leading to its use as a verb such as "to Photoshop an image," "photoshopping" and "photoshop contest", though Adobe discourages such use.
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Genre
Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Vector Graphics EditorCharacteristics
Brushes, Colouring, Creative, Filters, Layers, Lettering, Moddable, Pressure-Sensitive Stylus Support, Stroke Brushes, ToningSpecs for Minimal levels of performance in Photoshop CC 2018
Most software developers publish system requirements, but they can be difficult to interpret; they use technical jargon or sometimes refer to components which are no longer on the market.
Here are common specs for pre-built machines capable of handling Photoshop CC 2018.
| for Minimal performances | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Components | Minimum | Typical | |
| Processor (a.k.a. CPU) |
Intel Core i5-2400S or better
Intel Core i5-7400 |
Intel Core i7-6700K
Intel Core i5-8400 |
Alternative CPU Options |
| Video Card (a.k.a. GPU |
not needed
Intel HD Graphics 630 |
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 |
Alternative GPU Options |
| Memory (a.k.a. RAM) | 2 GB or better | 8 GB | |
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 Compact Towers Meeting these Specs prices range from $560.00 to $2296.00, accessories included.
The following Compact Towers meet the minimal system requirements set by Photoshop CC 2018'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.
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HP 8200 Elite from $210;
~$560 with accessoriesAn older computer, it's been refurbished with the latest version of windows and still has a lot to offer if you do not need the latest, greatest thing. It's a w... Read More about the 211204MB
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Specsperformance in Photoshop CC 2018
Meets minimal requirementsProcessor: Intel Core i5-2400SGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBDimensions: 10.03 x 33.78 x 37.85 cmWeight: 8.50 kgdetailed info from $209 - C$209 from Amazon (Refurbished)as of 2018-12-14 02:09:15, EST
- C$329.99 from Staples (Refurbished)as of 2018-12-14 06:27:20, EST
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. × -
ME PC VT2000I Home PC from $900;
~$1230 with accessoriesA practical Home PC capable of handling more than the basics so you can experiment and create without committing to a substantial budget... Read More about the VT2000I
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Specsperformance in Photoshop CC 2018
Meets minimal requirementsProcessor: Intel Core i5-8400Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 9.60 x 37.00 x 33.40 cmWeight: 10.00 kgdetailed info C$899.99 from Memory Express (Built to Order)as of 2018-12-14 04:12:41, ESTPricing 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. × -
HP 8200 Elite from $310;
~$619 with accessoriesAn older computer, this refurbished PC has been updated to the latest version of windows and still has a lot to offer if you do not need the latest, greatest th... Read More about the HP Elite 8200
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Specsperformance in Photoshop CC 2018
Meets minimal requirementsProcessor: Intel Core i5-2400SGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 10.03 x 33.78 x 37.85 cmWeight: 8.50 kgdetailed info from $309 - C$309 from Best Buy (Refurbished)as of 2018-12-14 06:18:37, EST
- C$348.99 from Amazon (Refurbished)as of 2018-12-14 05:25:18, EST
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. × -
MSI Trident 3 Compact Gaming PC from $1200;
~$1683 with accessoriesThis tiny gaming desktop offers silent operation in small spaces such as the living room's media center. Performances are up there thanks to latest-generation v... Read More about the VR7RC-020US
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Specsperformance in Photoshop CC 2018
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-7400Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 12.70 x 23.50 x 34.10 cmWeight: 6.30 kgdetailed info from $1199.99 - C$1199.99 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-12-14 05:01:54, EST
- C$1584.71 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-12-14 05:02:02, EST
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. × -
MSI Vortex G65VR from $1680;
~$2296 with accessoriesThe Vortex might not be the most practical or cost-effective gaming PC, but it delivers a compact-yet-striking design and gaming performance... Read More about the G65VR 6RE-97US
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Specsperformance in Photoshop CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-6700KGraphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070Memory: 32.00 GBStorage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)Dimensions: 19.17 x 20.25 x 27.80 cmWeight: 4.08 kgdetailed info from $1684.9 - C$1684.9 from eBay (Refurbished)as of 2018-12-12 14:48:51, EST
- C$2249 from Microsoft (New)as of 2018-12-13 15:09:09, EST
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. ×
Wonder why you get better systems than requested?
That's because TekAdvisor looks for devices which will at least satisfy the demands for the best price without filtering over-performers. For instance: If 3-stars or even 5-stars systems are available in the same price range as 1-star options, I'm pretty sure you should consider the better-performing options as well.
The results above are the 5 systems offering the best bang-for-the-buck among the cheapest catalogued systems capable of running Photoshop CC 2018 at the specified level of performance or better.
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Looking for a different performance level?
The systems above meet Photoshop CC 2018'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.
You can look for something with more oomph by picking another performance level below:
