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This means the software will run but it might get slow when tasks grow in complexity.
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This is what most people will need.
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This leaves some headroom for things such as mods, plug-ins or simply to complete tasks of uncommon complexity.
Different companies have different performance expectation for minimum and recommended specs. As a result, there can be quite a bit of variation in performance from one program to the next but this should still be a good reference point.
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Web & Communication
Netflix
Platforms:
Popular premium video streaming service for movies and TV programs.
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 100
starting US$75Spotify
Platforms:
Popular Music Streaming Service.
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 100
starting US$75YouTube
Platforms:
One of the most popular video streaming platform, free for viewers and content creators.
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 98
starting US$400Texts & Numbers
LibreOffice
Platforms:
The free, open-source, productivity suite.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 99
starting US$400
results: 92
starting US$500Microsoft Access 2019
Platforms:
The professional standard for operations database.
results: 89
starting US$375
results: 62
starting US$500
results: 59
starting US$540Microsoft Excel 2019
Platforms:
The professional standard for spreadsheets.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 71
starting US$500
results: 59
starting US$540Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Platforms:
The industry standard for presentation.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 85
starting US$500
results: 76
starting US$540Microsoft Project 2019
Platforms:
Microsoft's project management utility.
results: 88
starting US$375
results: 77
starting US$500
results: 72
starting US$500Microsoft Word 2019
Platforms:
The professional standard for word processing.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 71
starting US$500
results: 59
starting US$540QuickBooks Desktop 2018
Platforms:
If you need an accounting program for individuals and businesses of any size, QuickBooks is pretty much the industry standard.
results: 71
starting US$480
results: 64
starting US$500
results: 21
starting US$800Visual Studio Code
Platforms:
Based on Open Source Technology, this development suite works on all platforms form most popular programming languages.
results: 100
starting US$375
results: 72
starting US$500
results: 67
starting US$540WordPerfect Office X9
Platforms:
This classic productivity suite is ready to handle all your word processing, spreadsheet and presentation needs.
results: 89
starting US$375
results: 65
starting US$500
results: 59
starting US$540Drawing and Illustrations
Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Platforms:
Adobe's industry-standard for vector drawings.
results: 92
starting US$500
results: 38
starting US$648
results: 19
starting US$1180Affinity Designer
Platforms:
A vector editor available without a subscription, it lets you tackle a variety of visual projects like illustrations, logos, page layout and GUI design.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 84
starting US$500
results: 75
starting US$540ArtRage 6
Platforms:
Great natural media drawing program.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 82
starting US$500
results: 21
starting US$800Clip Studio Paint
Platforms:
Previously known as Manga Studio, Clip Studio Paint is popular among anime-style illustrators.
results: 98
starting US$249
results: 48
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180Corel Painter 2020
Platforms:
The industry standard for organic-feeling digital illustrations capable of mimicking traditional media such as thick paint, textured papers, etc.
results: 98
starting US$400
results: 17
starting US$652
results: 7
starting US$1400FireAlpaca
Platforms:
FireAlpaca comes in two editions, free with ads or you can pay to get rid of the ads (making the program a bit more efficient while still supporting the developer). It's a worthwhile alternative to fully-priced drawing programs which includes a mode for traditional animation.
results: 100
starting US$375
results: 87
starting US$500
results: 19
starting US$1180Inkscape
Platforms:
Open source vectorial illustration software.
results: 80
starting US$480
results: 73
starting US$500
results: 21
starting US$800Krita
Platforms:
A free sketching / painting program.
results: 100
starting US$375
results: 38
starting US$648
results: 38
starting US$648Microsoft Visio 2019
Platforms:
The professional standard for chart creation.
results: 89
starting US$375
results: 75
starting US$500
results: 67
starting US$540openCanvas 7
Platforms:
A long-standing digital painting software.
results: 88
starting US$400
results: 62
starting US$500
results: 17
starting US$1180PaintTool SAI
Platforms:
A well-known, battle-tested and lightweight painting program.
results: 88
starting US$400
results: 80
starting US$500
results: 39
starting US$540Procreate for iPad
Platforms:
A drawing program for the iPad with an impressive array of features.
results: 4
starting US$344
results: 3
starting US$476Audio & Visual medias
Adobe InDesign CC 2018
Platforms:
Adobe's for professional page layout.
results: 99
starting US$400
results: 42
starting US$648
results: 19
starting US$1180Affinity Publisher
Platforms:
This desktop publishing program by Serif aims to be a pro alternative to Adobe InDesign without the creative cloud subscription. You can even try it for free during the Beta.
results: 88
starting US$500
results: 48
starting US$530
results: 40
starting US$720CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019
Platforms:
A creative suite capable of handling all aspects of 2D graphics, from illustrations, photos and page layout. It's even available for perpetual purchase or as a subscription if you prefer.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 47
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180Microsoft Publisher 2019
Platforms:
Microsoft's entry-level page layout program.
results: 89
starting US$375
results: 62
starting US$500
results: 59
starting US$5403D and CAD
AutoCAD 2020
Platforms:
The industry standard for Computer-Assisted Drawing.
results: 33
starting US$749
results: 17
starting US$1180
results: 17
starting US$1180Autodesk 3ds Max 2019
Platforms:
3D Studio Max is one of the premium 3D software suites used in big-budget projects like movies and games. It handles modeling, materials, animating and rendering and a plethora of plug-ins are available to add even more features.
results: 24
starting US$800
results: 18
starting US$1180
results: 7
starting US$1180Autodesk Maya 2018
Platforms:
Maya is a total solution for professional 3D creation.
results: 32
starting US$749
results: 17
starting US$1180Blender
Platforms:
An impressive and free 3D modeling, animation and video editing program. A great choice to get acquainted with 3D or if you can't afford the standard options.
results: 87
starting US$500
results: 35
starting US$749
results: 13
starting US$1180KeyShot
Platforms:
Keyshot is a specialized renderer helping to visually iterate as you experiment with materials and volumes.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 69
starting US$530
results: 17
starting US$1180MagicaVoxel
Platforms:
This free 3D Voxel editor is an excellent way to make retro-inspired sculptures and game assets. Voxels being similar to Lego Blocks and Minecraft makes this an easy way to get acquainted with 3D creation.
results: 92
starting US$500
results: 32
starting US$749
results: 15
starting US$1180SketchUp
Platforms:
Learning 3D modeling can be complicated, but SketchUp offers an easy-to-learn alternative to create models, plans, etc. A useful tool for the budding 3D modeler or if you need to prototype something in digital form before starting building.
results: 92
starting US$449
results: 36
starting US$749
results: 20
starting US$800Substance Painter 2018
Platforms:
Once 3D modelling is done, it's necessary to apply materials and textures. And substance painter allows you to edit and preview those in real time for games and movies.
results: 39
starting US$720
results: 14
starting US$1180
results: 7
starting US$1180ZBrush 2018
Platforms:
This renowned sculpting program excels at detailing 3D objects, including organic subjects.
results: 74
starting US$500
results: 23
starting US$800Music Production
Ableton Live 10
Platforms:
Professional music sequencer and audio editor.
results: 100
starting US$375
results: 73
starting US$500
results: 19
starting US$1180Adobe Audition CC 2018
Platforms:
Adobe's suite for audio edition, composition and recording.
results: 80
starting US$480
results: 48
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180Audacity
Platforms:
Open-source audio recording and editing suite.
results: 100
starting US$375
results: 79
starting US$480
results: 69
starting US$500Cubase 10
Platforms:
Cubase has been in the digital audio editing business for a very long time and is used by many professionals.
results: 80
starting US$500
results: 67
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180FL Studio 20
Platforms:
A highly customizable and extensible music creation suite with lifetime free updates.
results: 78
starting US$500
results: 67
starting US$540
results: 17
starting US$1180GarageBand
Platforms:
Apple's App for starting musicians.
results: 11
starting US$600
results: 10
starting US$1200
results: 10
starting US$1200GarageBand for iOS
Platforms:
The mobile version of Apple's music creation app.
results: 11
starting US$249
results: 10
starting US$344
results: 4
starting US$344LMMS
Platforms:
A free multi-platform program to produce music. Using recordings, synthesizers and digital instruments.
results: 86
starting US$375
results: 78
starting US$500
results: 67
starting US$540Logic Pro X
Platforms:
Pro Audio recording and music production software by Apple.
results: 10
starting US$600
results: 9
starting US$1200
results: 2
starting US$2999Reaper
Platforms:
A well-optimized music production suite which doesn't skimp on features.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 69
starting US$500
results: 23
starting US$800StudioOne 4
Platforms:
Multi-platform software to record and master audio.
results: 99
starting US$400
results: 69
starting US$500
results: 23
starting US$800Photo Editing
Affinity Photo
Platforms:
A fully-featured photo editing software available without a subscription.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 48
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)
Platforms:
The open-source photo edition program.
results: 99
starting US$400
results: 98
starting US$400
results: 80
starting US$500Paint Shop Pro 2020
Platforms:
A powerful photo edition program.
results: 83
starting US$500
results: 60
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$800Paint.net
Platforms:
A good solution if you're looking for a free photo editor to handle your creative photography and illustration projects.
results: 88
starting US$400
results: 79
starting US$500
results: 41
starting US$530Photoshop CC 2018
Platforms:
The industry standard for Photo manipulation and more.
results: 97
starting US$400
results: 40
starting US$648
results: 17
starting US$1180Video Editing
Adobe After Effects CC 2018
Platforms:
Adobe's professional video animation and special effects program.
results: 40
starting US$652
results: 19
starting US$1180
results: 7
starting US$1180Adobe Animate CC
Platforms:
Aptly named, this animation software handles 2d animations of all sorts, from cartoons, video game sprites, and more.
results: 99
starting US$400
results: 68
starting US$530
results: 19
starting US$1180Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018
Platforms:
Adobe's video editing software.
results: 43
starting US$648
results: 19
starting US$1180DaVinci Resolve 16
Platforms:
A professional video editing suite with a special affinity for colour grading.
results: 35
starting US$749
results: 4
starting US$1900
results: 3
starting US$1900Final Cut Pro X
Platforms:
Apple's professional video editing solution.
results: 10
starting US$1200
results: 4
starting US$1300
results: 2
starting US$2999HitFilm Express 12
Platforms:
Here's a capable but mostly free video editing software. For free, it provides a solid base, and it lets you buy new features as you grow as an editor.
results: 48
starting US$530
results: 34
starting US$749
results: 16
starting US$1180iMovie
Platforms:
For simple movie editing. Perfect for home movies.
results: 22
starting US$249
results: 7
starting US$1300
results: 5
starting US$1300OpenShot
Platforms:
Open source video editing program
results: 80
starting US$480
results: 67
starting US$530
results: 17
starting US$1180Shotcut
Platforms:
For a free video editing program, Shotcut is surprising powerful and has plenty of features. A good pick if you're doing more than just trimming home videos but aren't ready to spend a lot of money on video editing software.
results: 97
starting US$400
results: 37
starting US$749
results: 18
starting US$1180VEGAS Movie Studio 16
Platforms:
A light version of VEGAS Pro, it's a robust solution to get acquainted with more advanced video editing.
results: 65
starting US$530
results: 15
starting US$1180
results: 15
starting US$1180VEGAS Pro 17
Platforms:
Popular professional video editing suite previously published by Sony and Sonic Foundry before that.
results: 62
starting US$540
results: 4
starting US$1900Video Games
A Hat in Time
Platforms:
This family-friendly 3D platformer offers fun little challenges spread in 5 massive worlds. It's very well received by the community and should keep you occupied for quite a while.
results: 93
starting US$299
results: 49
starting US$464
results: 21
starting US$800Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
Platforms:
Create the perfect campsite for your animal friends.
results: 37
starting US$110
results: 17
starting US$344
results: 16
starting US$344Clash Royale
Platforms:
A popular multiplayer game combining of tower defence and collectible card game elements.
results: 27
starting US$249
results: 14
starting US$344
results: 7
starting US$476Enter the Gungeon
Platforms:
Rogue-like Shoot-em-up.
results: 100
starting US$260
results: 45
starting US$260
results: 41
starting US$260Factorio
Platforms:
Create the optimal factory in this puzzle game.
results: 87
starting US$449
results: 75
starting US$530
results: 35
starting US$749Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
Platforms:
Collectible Cards Game for your smart device of choice.
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 50
starting US$490
results: 36
starting US$749MAME
Platforms:
Open Source emulator for the retro games aficionado.
results: 100
starting US$180
results: 100
starting US$490
results: 35
starting US$749Minecraft
Platforms:
Famous Indie mining, building and survival game.
results: 100
starting US$75
results: 70
starting US$249
results: 29
starting US$749Moon Hunters
Platforms:
Visually-striking coop RPG with rogue-like elements.
results: 86
starting US$400
results: 85
starting US$400
results: 75
starting US$500Return of the Obra Dinn
Platforms:
Investigate the mysteries of the Obra Dinn, lost at sea for five years before mysteriously appearing near Falmouth in early 1807. With a striking monochrome aesthetic, this adventure game is worth a look.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 78
starting US$540
results: 21
starting US$800Stardew Valley
Platforms:
Enjoy the simple life, in a video game.
results: 100
starting US$249
results: 100
starting US$260
results: 38
starting US$648Terraria
Platforms:
A famous sidescrolling game about exploration, resource collection, and Crafting.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 84
starting US$449
results: 38
starting US$648The Sims 4
Platforms:
The classic life simulator.
results: 100
starting US$299
results: 41
starting US$299
results: 20
starting US$800Enthusiast Games
7 Days to Die
Platforms:
Set in the Zombie Apocalypse, this survival game requires you to scavenge, hunt and build through increasingly unforgiving undead hordes.
results: 96
starting US$299
results: 23
starting US$464
results: 19
starting US$1180Amid Evil
Platforms:
This retro-inspired FPS combines some of the best elements from Heretic and Hexen into a game with modern specs and sensibilities.
results: 85
starting US$400
results: 31
starting US$749
results: 19
starting US$800ARK: Survival Evolved
Platforms:
Stranded on a mysterious island, it's up to you to survive by building your base, forming a tribe as well as capture, train and breed dinosaurs to help you navigate this strange world.
results: 27
starting US$260
results: 21
starting US$299
results: 7
starting US$1180Assault Squad 2: Men of War Origins
Platforms:
The remake of Men of War, the WWII-themed Real-Time Strategy Game.
results: 82
starting US$449
results: 32
starting US$749
results: 31
starting US$749Astroneer
Platforms:
Be a space pioneer. Explore distant worlds, extract their resources to craft new equipment and research new technologies.
results: 38
starting US$299
results: 35
starting US$299
results: 20
starting US$540Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition
Platforms:
Play one of the most beloved classic CRPG with updated graphics and now easier to run on modern systems including mobiles.
results: 100
starting US$110
results: 100
starting US$500
results: 46
starting US$540Battle Chasers: Nightwar
Platforms:
A classic JRPG set in the world of the Battle Chasers comic.
results: 98
starting US$260
results: 32
starting US$260
results: 20
starting US$260Black Desert Online
Platforms:
A gorgeous Massively Multiplayer Online RPG featuring real-time combat, guild competing over territory and rewarding crafting; and each of these paths allow you to progress through the game. There are no monthly fees, but expect micro-transactions.
results: 32
starting US$749
results: 15
starting US$1180
results: 7
starting US$1180Blasphemous
Platforms:
This dark Metroidvania has you explore the mysteries of a hellish world; featuring impressive pixel art and a weighty and challenging combat system.
results: 73
starting US$260
results: 39
starting US$260
results: 35
starting US$260Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
Platforms:
By the maker of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, this Metroidvania promises to revive the beloved formula in a new, updated format.
results: 31
starting US$260
results: 27
starting US$260
results: 16
starting US$1180Celeste
Platforms:
A quick and precise puzzle platformer by the makers of Towerfall.
results: 100
starting US$260
results: 92
starting US$260
results: 50
starting US$260Children of Morta
Platforms:
This story-driven action RPG revolves around the Bergsons, as you uncover the family's story and select family members' individual talents to fight the corruption.
results: 36
starting US$260
results: 25
starting US$260
results: 19
starting US$260Conan Exiles
Platforms:
Set in the fantasy world of Conan, this games pits you against a hostile environment with nothing but your wits. But overcome the harsh environment and your enemies and your home will grow into a settlement, then a kingdom.
results: 37
starting US$299
results: 20
starting US$299
results: 6
starting US$1900Creature in the Well
Platforms:
Described as "pinball with swords", this adventure game has you face up the machine in the mountain, hoping to save the village from an unending sandstorm.
results: 37
starting US$260
results: 25
starting US$260
results: 20
starting US$260Cuphead
Platforms:
This run-and-gun side-scroller brings the 30s back to life with intense action and challenging boss fights.
results: 90
starting US$260
results: 55
starting US$260
results: 43
starting US$260Darkest Dungeon
Platforms:
The toll of adventuring is immense; can your heroes survive the darkness, let alone remain sane in the process?
results: 91
starting US$260
results: 77
starting US$260
results: 66
starting US$540Dauntless
Platforms:
An online co-op, Free-To-Play RPG focussed on hunting down gigantic creatures called Behemoths threatening the fractured land.
results: 29
starting US$299
results: 20
starting US$299
results: 9
starting US$464Dead by Daylight
Platforms:
4 vs. 1 Multiplayer where one player plays the killer and the others try to escape.
results: 37
starting US$299
results: 25
starting US$299
results: 18
starting US$464Elite Dangerous
Platforms:
Space privateering simulator.
results: 39
starting US$299
results: 21
starting US$464
results: 14
starting US$1180Empyrion - Galactic Survival
Platforms:
If you ever wished for "Minecraft in Space" without the blocky graphics; Empyrion could well be worth a look.
results: 33
starting US$749
results: 17
starting US$1180
results: 17
starting US$1180Farming Simulator 17
Platforms:
Drive realistic farming equipment and manage a farm in this simulation.
results: 41
starting US$299
results: 41
starting US$299
results: 34
starting US$464Farming Simulator 19
Platforms:
First, to include realistic John Deere vehicles, this game attempts to recreate life on the farm.
results: 39
starting US$299
results: 30
starting US$464
results: 16
starting US$800Fortnite
Platforms:
There are three Fortnite modes; the most popular is the Free-to-Play Battle Royale edition, but there's also the original "Save the World" edition focussed on cooperative sandbox survival and Creative mode where players are free to build worlds together.
results: 100
starting US$260
results: 31
starting US$260
results: 16
starting US$1180Frostpunk
Platforms:
With humanity on the brink of extinction, you make challenging decisions to keep your people alive.
results: 32
starting US$749
results: 20
starting US$800
results: 16
starting US$1180Graveyard Keeper
Platforms:
A little bit like one of those farming games like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley; except it's about managing a graveyard and involves a few unsavoury decisions... potentially.
results: 65
starting US$260
results: 54
starting US$260
results: 37
starting US$749Grim Dawn
Platforms:
A top-down ARPG in a world where humanity is on the brink of extinction.
results: 81
starting US$500
results: 33
starting US$749
results: 19
starting US$800Guild Wars 2
Platforms:
Fantasy Massively Multiplayer Online Game without a monthly fee.
results: 88
starting US$500
results: 41
starting US$648
results: 21
starting US$800Heroes of the Storm
Platforms:
Multiplayer competitive MOBA, featuring famous characters from Starcraft, Diablo, Warcraft and other Blizzard games...
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 36
starting US$749
results: 32
starting US$749Hollow Knight
Platforms:
An atmospheric Metroidvania set in a decaying world.
results: 56
starting US$260
results: 43
starting US$260
results: 24
starting US$260Ion Fury
Platforms:
Set in the Duke Nukem universe and powered by the legendary Build Engine, this retro-inspired shooter aims to please fans of 90's FPSes and takes us through Shelly “Bombshell” Harrison's origin story.
results: 79
starting US$500
results: 43
starting US$530
results: 34
starting US$720Kenshi
Platforms:
Survive in a harsh world filled with cannibals, slavers and other perils, or assemble a team and carve a portion of this land for yourself.
results: 81
starting US$449
results: 17
starting US$1180
results: 17
starting US$1180Kerbal Space Program
Platforms:
Dreaming of leading your own Space Program? This game has you covered!
results: 85
starting US$299
results: 38
starting US$464
results: 21
starting US$800Killing Floor 2
Platforms:
Team up with your friends to survive wave after wave of gruesome zombies; unless you'd rather play the zeds.
results: 37
starting US$299
results: 24
starting US$299
results: 10
starting US$464MechWarrior Online
Platforms:
Free-To-Play team-based combat game where everyone pilots giant robots.
results: 40
starting US$530
results: 24
starting US$800
results: 15
starting US$1180Mordhau
Platforms:
With a focus on multiplayer melee, customization of armour, weapon and fighting style Mordeau simulates medieval battles, from duels to massive 64-player battles.
results: 19
starting US$1180
results: 10
starting US$1180
results: 6
starting US$1900Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
Platforms:
Humanity pushed itself to extinction; leaving behind ruins, lots of junk, ghouls and mutants. The game come out in early December and system requirements are still unknown, but enough of the tech involved is known to make an educated guess.
results: 29
starting US$299
results: 18
starting US$299
results: 9
starting US$464Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition
Platforms:
This remastered version of BioWare's classic CRPG set in the Forgotten Realms makes it much easier to play the classic game with your friends on modern hardware.
results: 100
starting US$280
results: 98
starting US$500
results: 37
starting US$749Outer Wilds
Platforms:
With the local star about to go supernova, you find yourself stuck in a time loop in an unknowingly doomed system. Manage your time right and investigate the clues, and you might find a way out of this predicament.
results: 35
starting US$299
results: 15
starting US$299
results: 8
starting US$540Oxygen Not Included
Platforms:
Can you keep your colony of space miners alive, happy and productive?
results: 51
starting US$530
results: 44
starting US$589
results: 40
starting US$720Paladins, Champions of the Realm
Platforms:
Free-to-Play competitive game of point capturing and payload delivering with a unique collectible ability system to customize your character.
results: 41
starting US$260
results: 31
starting US$260
results: 21
starting US$260Path of Exile: Legion
Platforms:
Free-to-Play multiplayer Action RPG.
results: 37
starting US$299
results: 25
starting US$299
results: 18
starting US$464Pathfinder: Kingmaker
Platforms:
A CRPG inspired by the classics like Baldur's Gate, this game uses the rules and world of Pathfinder 3.5 for a rich story-driven adventure.
results: 94
starting US$500
results: 35
starting US$749
results: 20
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