Top Laptops for the Aspiring Creative

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$719 to US$1520, with accessories.

• #1, Laptops ($525 - $825)

  

  Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$52013% cheaper than usual
  ~$720 with accessories

  If you're looking for a laptop that is both easy to carry around, cost-effective and capable of handling most productivity scenarios, this model is worth a look... Read More about the i14-5493

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo 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	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-1035G1

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.87 x 23.95 x 1.80 cm

  Weight: 1.420 kg

  detailed info

  from US$513.88

  • US$513.88 from Dell (Canada) (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 10:35:15, EDT
  • US$549.99 from Dell (US) (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 04:17:55, EDT

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• #1, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  HP Pavilion 15-inch Gaming laptop from US$1110;
  ~$1520 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 Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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$1101.17

  • US$1101.17 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 04:15:08, EDT
  • US$1146.69 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 07:41:45, EDT

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• #2, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  MSI Alpha 15 Gaming Laptop from US$960;
  ~$1320 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 Photo Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Photo Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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$954.35

  • US$954.35 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 06:03:59, EDT
  • US$989.59 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 05:07:31, EDT
  • US$1027.03 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 05:50:16, EDT

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• #2, Laptops ($525 - $825)

  

  Asus X509FA 15" Laptop from US$5207% cheaper than usual
  ~$719 with accessories

  This cost-efficient laptop manages to kick things up a notch with a fast SSD and a FullHD screen. A compelling option if your needs aren't exactly out of the or... Read More about the X509FA-DB51

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8265U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.02 x 23.49 x 2.29 cm

  Weight: 1.800 kg

  detailed info

  from US$513.15

  • US$513.15 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 05:33:08, EDT
  • US$550.58 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 10:06:58, EDT

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• #1, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$700;
  ~$970 with accessories

  A gaming laptop designed with a few cost-saving concessions, it's a capable and upgradable candidate, especially for the price.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.00 x 25.81 x 2.26 cm

  Weight: 2.520 kg

  detailed info

  US$697.33 from Canada Computers (New) as of 2020-07-10 06:26:36, EDT

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• #2, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$7003% cheaper than usual
  ~$970 with accessories

  If you're looking for a laptop that is both easy to carry around, cost-effective and capable of tackling complex productivity scenarios, this model is worth a l... Read More about the ni145493_sb_h104e

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-1065G7

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.87 x 23.95 x 1.80 cm

  Weight: 1.420 kg

  detailed info

  US$697.41 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-07-10 10:35:23, EDT

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• #3, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  Asus ZenBook 14" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Laptop - Grey from US$810;
  ~$1220 with accessories

  This laptop combines a lot of gimmicks. First of all, it flips over into a tablet for those times where the keyboard would get in your way. However, when you're... Read More about the UX463FA-BH51T-CB

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10210U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.00 x 20.60 x 1.79 cm

  Weight: 1.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$807.52

  • US$807.52 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-07-10 08:35:41, EDT
  • US$880.94 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 09:02:16, EDT

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• #3, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Dell 14-inch 2-in-1 Laptop - Silver from US$6207% cheaper than usual
  ~$920 with accessories

  If you want a laptop and a tablet but can't afford both or don't want the hassle of splitting your files and activities between the two, this model could be wor... Read More about the i5491-5022SLV-PCA

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10210U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.79 x 23.29 x 2.01 cm

  Weight: 3.679 kg

  detailed info

  from US$616.65

  • US$616.65 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-07-10 07:54:26, EDT
  • US$660.7 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 07:53:17, EDT

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• #4, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$740;
  ~$1020 with accessories

  If you're looking for a laptop that is both easy to carry around and capable of handling most productivity scenarios, this model could be a great pick.

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Photo Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Drawing and Illustrations

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-1035G1

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.87 x 23.95 x 1.80 cm

  Weight: 1.420 kg

  detailed info

  US$734.11 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-07-10 10:35:33, EDT

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