Adobe After Effects CC 2018

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Release Date	2018-04-03
Developer	Adobe
Publisher	Adobe

Adobe After Effects is a digital visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing application developed by Adobe Systems and used in the post-production process of film making and television production. Among other things, After Effects can be used for keying, tracking, compositing and animation. It also functions as a very basic non-linear editor, audio editor and media transcoder.

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Genre

Animation, Video

Characteristics

Filters, Free Trial, Inverse Kinematics, Layers, Puppet Engine, Scripting Support

Specs for Hardcore levels of performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

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 Adobe After Effects CC 2018.

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$1990 to US$5489, accessories included.

The following Systems exceed the recommended specs for Adobe After Effects CC 2018; 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.

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  ME PC GT1100I Gaming PC from US$1270;
  ~$2030 with accessories

  This desktop PC is built for affordable performance even in demanding AAA Games and thanks to the way it's built, it's going to be as easy to upgrade and mainta... Read More about the MX75685

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • 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	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	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  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	5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.00 cm

  Weight: 13.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$1264.86 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-04-23 12:18:28, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  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. ×
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  Dell Inspiron 5680 Gaming PC from US$1270;
  ~$2030 with accessories

  If you need a new Gaming PC fast, you could do a lot worse than this Gaming PC by Dell. It already packs serious gaming hardware as-is, but it is also reasonabl... Read More about the i5680-7491BLU-PCA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.87 cm

  Weight: 13.74 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1264.86

  • US$1264.86 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:57:30, EDT
  • US$1339.27 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:56:53, EDT
  • US$1711.29 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:57:02, 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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  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$1270;
  ~$1990 with accessories

  This gaming PC stands ready to feast on the most demanding of PC games. Moreover, it's handily available in retail stores... Read More about the GD30CI-RB71-GTX1070-CB

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 23.11 x 54.10 x 55.12 cm

  Weight: 17.01 kg

  detailed info

  US$1264.85 from Staples (New) as of 2019-04-23 06:27:20, 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 Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  HP OMEN 880 Gaming Desktop PC from US$1550;
  ~$2367 with accessories

  If you take gaming seriously but don't want to build a rig yourself or order a custom-built PC, this desktop will deliver impressive gaming performance and can... Read More about the 880-030

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 1700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 19.20 x 44.21 x 41.72 cm

  Weight: 17.60 kg

  detailed info

  US$1545.37 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-04-23 07:59:40, 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 Amazon site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  HP OMEN Gaming PC from US$2230;
  ~$3285 with accessories

  Some factory-built systems are made to deliver impressive gaming experiences, and this is one of them. And thanks to its design, keeping this computer up-to-dat... Read More about the 880-130

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 512 GB (~1.5 TB)

  Dimensions: 19.20 x 44.22 x 41.73 cm

  Weight: 17.60 kg

  detailed info

  US$2228.44 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-04-23 09:19:05, 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 Amazon site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  Dell Alienware Aurora R6 Gaming Desktop from US$1690;
  ~$2549 with accessories

  This gaming PC is capable of handling even the most demanding games on the market, including VR. If you're looking for an impressive factory-built machine which... Read More about the AWAUR6-7512SLV

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.20 x 47.25 x 36.05 cm

  Weight: 14.81 kg

  detailed info

  US$1680.96 from Walmart (New) as of 2019-04-23 06:59:05, 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 Walmart site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$1640;
  ~$2530 with accessories

  Capable of delivering rich interactive experiences, this powerful PC can handle the most demanding games out there.

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.78 x 45.72 x 39.88 cm

  Weight: 11.02 kg

  detailed info

  US$1636.89 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-04-23 11:44:18, 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. ×
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  Razer Blade RZ09 2018 Edition Gaming Laptop from US$4020;
  ~$5489 with accessories

  This top-tier gaming laptop is a good fit for those of us for which ease of transportation matters less than horsepower.

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7820HK

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080

  Memory: 32.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 3840×2160

  Dimensions: 42.40 x 28.10 x 2.25 cm

  Weight: 3.49 kg

  detailed info

  US$4017.08 from Microsoft (New) as of 2019-04-21 14:52:53, 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 Microsoft site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  Asus Rog G701VI OC Edition 17" Laptop from US$3470;
  ~$4748 with accessories

  Large and powerful, this laptop is a bit bulky to carry around on a regular basis, but it makes a very powerful temporary game station if you can't dedicate a s... Read More about the G701VI-XS72K

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Adobe After Effects CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7820HK

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080

  Memory: 32.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 42.90 x 30.90 x 3.50 cm

  Weight: 3.80 kg

  detailed info

  US$3465.52 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-04-23 09:18:23, 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 Amazon site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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