Top Laptops for the Aspiring Creative

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $969 to $1190, with accessories.

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  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $880;
  ~$969 with accessories

  A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and multimedia... Read More about the i5379-7302GRY-PUS

  • the Video Editor
  • 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	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8550U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm

  Weight: 1.69 kg

  detailed info

  $879.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-05-24 06:10:23, EDT

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  Lenovo Ideapad Flex 5 14 2 in 1 PC from $1000;
  ~$1089 with accessories

  If you're looking for portable performance and versatility, this convertible laptop is well worth looking into.

  • 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	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	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

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7500U

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 940MX

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.79 x 22.91 x 1.98 cm

  Weight: 1.69 kg

  detailed info

  $999.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-05-24 06:16:29, EDT

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  Asus FX53VD 15" Gaming Laptop from $950;
  ~$1141 with accessories

  This laptop is a compelling option for creativity and interactive entertainment on a relatively tight budget.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Gamer
  • 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	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  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	4.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  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 i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.30 x 25.50 x 2.35 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from $949.00

  • $949.00 from Newegg as of 2018-05-23 12:14:48, EDT
  • $949.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-05-24 05:57:54, EDT
  • $969.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-05-24 05:58:16, EDT
  • $998.00 from Walmart as of 2018-05-24 06:00:08, EDT
  • $1099.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-23 12:15:26, EDT
  • $1136.00 from Mike's Computer Shop as of 2018-05-23 12:15:01, EDT
  • $1249.99 from Visions Electronics as of 2018-05-23 12:15:42, EDT

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  Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from $950;
  ~$1065 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 Video Editor
  • 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	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  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 $949.99

  • $949.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-23 11:54:26, EDT
  • $999.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-23 11:54:13, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $990;
  ~$1137 with accessories

  An affordable laptop for the roaming gamer and the creative.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Gamer
  • 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	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops 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
  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 i5-7300HQ

  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 $984.45

  • $984.45 from Amazon as of 2018-05-24 04:58:01, EDT
  • $999.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-23 12:29:06, EDT
  • $1155.00 from Newegg as of 2018-05-23 12:29:58, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 13" 7000 Series Laptop from $950;
  ~$1190 with accessories

  Here is a compelling laptop if you want to do a bit more than just everyday productivity or if you usually do more than one thing at once.

  • the Video Editor
  • 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	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.97 x 21.57 x 1.67 cm

  Weight: 1.40 kg

  detailed info

  from $949.00

  • $949.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-05-24 05:28:34, EDT
  • $1249.99 from Dell as of 2018-05-22 00:27:54, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 7000 15" Laptop from $1100;
  ~$1190 with accessories

  Sold as a gaming laptop, this particular model does indeed pack quite a bit of muscle for the price and can run, almost any game (see the compatibility chart be... Read More about the i7559-5637BLK

  • 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
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-6700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.30 x 26.49 x 2.54 cm

  Weight: 2.55 kg

  detailed info

  $1099.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-23 00:35:42, EDT

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  HP 14" Convertible Laptop from $950;
  ~$1040 with accessories

  This small laptop is a very versatile option, capable of handling quite a bit of work while being small enough and flexible enough to be used as a tablet when c... Read More about the 14-BA018CA

  • 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
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite 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: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.48 x 22.69 x 1.99 cm

  Weight: 1.64 kg

  detailed info

  $949.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-05-22 11:56:30, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $10508% cheaper than usual
  ~$1186 with accessories

  This small laptop is capable and versatile. It's small enough to carry with ease and yet powerful enough to tackle complex tasks, even creative ones... Read More about the I5378-7171GRY

  • the Video Editor
  • 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
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7500U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm

  Weight: 1.55 kg

  detailed info

  from $1040.34

  • $1040.34 from Amazon as of 2018-05-24 04:41:45, EDT
  • $1149.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-05-24 05:08:49, EDT

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