Top Laptops for the Aspiring Creative

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$790 to US$990, with accessories.

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from US$530;
  ~$790 with accessories

  Balancing horsepower, a crisp and roomy display and cost-efficiency; this laptop is a good fit for productivity and multitasking.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 37.85 x 25.81 x 2.26 cm

  Weight: 2.17 kg

  detailed info

  US$520.82 from Dell (New) as of 2019-04-21 12:30:20, EDT

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  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$670;
  ~$989 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 Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  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 i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  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: 2.52 kg

  detailed info

  from US$668.89

  • US$668.89 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 06:15:47, EDT
  • US$713.54 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 09:22:57, EDT
  • US$799.49 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 04:03:46, EDT
  • US$892.84 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 06:10:50, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from US$560;
  ~$840 with accessories

  Cost-effective but equipped with a powerful processor and a crisp and roomy screen, this laptop is a good fit for productivity and multitasking.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.00 x 25.80 x 2.27 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  US$558.02 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-04-23 09:15:01, EDT

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  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from US$670;
  ~$989 with accessories

  This gaming laptop is an affordable option if you're seeking a graphically capable PC for creativity purposes or if you're not interested in playing the most de... Read More about the FX504GD-RS51

  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • 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	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  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 i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from US$668.89

  • US$668.89 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 04:00:36, EDT
  • US$669.63 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 04:00:28, EDT
  • US$683.77 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:42:37, EDT
  • US$684.51 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:39:40, EDT
  • US$706.83 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:43:17, EDT
  • US$732.13 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 04:00:08, EDT
  • US$744.03 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:41:50, EDT
  • US$753.55 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 06:19:32, EDT
  • US$778.19 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:40:43, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop (touch) from US$600;
  ~$890 with accessories

  Balancing horsepower, a crisp and roomy touchscreen and cost-efficiency; this laptop is a good fit for productivity and multitasking.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 37.85 x 25.81 x 2.26 cm

  Weight: 2.17 kg

  detailed info

  from US$595.23

  • US$595.23 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 06:04:43, EDT
  • US$668.89 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 06:10:10, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from US$60011% cheaper than usual
  ~$890 with accessories

  An affordable laptop for the roaming gamer and the creative.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  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 i5-7300HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.88 x 26.49 x 2.51 cm

  Weight: 2.57 kg

  detailed info

  from US$595.23

  • US$595.23 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:18:31, EDT
  • US$777.52 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 08:59:08, EDT

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  Asus VivoBook 15.6" Laptop from US$600;
  ~$890 with accessories

  A compact and lightweight laptop for mobile productivity on a budget.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  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

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2500U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 Mobile

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 1.78 cm

  Weight: 1.59 kg

  detailed info

  US$595.23 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-04-22 12:07:09, EDT

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  Asus Vivobook 15" Laptop from US$6006% cheaper than usual
  ~$890 with accessories

  An excellent laptop for productivity, multitasking and mainstream entertainment.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  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

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 2.03 cm

  Weight: 1.68 kg

  detailed info

  from US$595.23

  • US$595.23 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:56:10, EDT
  • US$632.43 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:55:54, EDT

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  Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$670;
  ~$990 with accessories

  This laptop is worth considering, especially if you get a lot of work done away from your desk and need something stylish on your arm to dash from meeting to me... Read More about the UX430UA-BH51-CB

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  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

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.60 x 1.50 cm

  Weight: 1.30 kg

  detailed info

  from US$669.63

  • US$669.63 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-04-23 11:51:56, EDT
  • US$744.03 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 11:51:33, EDT

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