Top Picks for the Audio Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $650 to $1090, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $53012% cheaper than usual
  ~$820 with accessories

  A cost-efficient computer for homework and even quite a bit of creativity.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-9700

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  C$529.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-12-15 12:34:17, EST

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $800;
  ~$1090 with accessories

  A cost-efficient computer for homework and even quite a bit of creativity.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-9700

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  C$799.99 from Best Buy (New) as of 2018-12-15 06:01:48, EST

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  HP 15" Laptop from $760;
  ~$870 with accessories

  This laptop is designed to be versatile for a modest cost. It's a compelling choice for productivity, but its built-in screen limits its multitasking potential.

  • 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	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  3/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 37.60 x 24.60 x 2.25 cm

  Weight: 1.90 kg

  detailed info

  from $759.99

  • C$759.99 from HP (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:26:43, EST
  • C$799.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:25:33, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from $60020%, Best price yet!
  ~$855 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 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	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  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 Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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 $599

  • C$599 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:08:35, EST
  • C$929.99 from Dell (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:08:16, EST

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  Asus VivoBook 15.6" Laptop from $800;
  ~$890 with accessories

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

  • 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	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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

  C$799.99 from Best Buy (New) as of 2018-12-15 11:43:34, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from $7506% cheaper than usual
  ~$965 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 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	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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

  from $749.99

  • C$749.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:56:51, EST
  • C$999 from Dell (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:22:03, EST

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  HP Pavilion 15" Laptop from $65010% cheaper than usual
  ~$740 with accessories

  A no-frills laptop for everyday needs, it's worth considering for common homework and going online for social media, emails, etc.

  • 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
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  3/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 36.16 x 24.56 x 1.79 cm

  Weight: 1.85 kg

  detailed info

  C$649.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-12-15 06:01:01, EST

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  HP 15" Laptop from $670;
  ~$760 with accessories

  This laptop offers a little extra but remains a cost-effective product. It's worth considering if you need a computer to handle a bit more than the basics.

  • the Tinkerer
  • 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	1.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  3/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon 530 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 37.60 x 24.60 x 2.25 cm

  Weight: 1.77 kg

  detailed info

  C$669.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-12-15 06:02:38, EST

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  HP 14" Laptop from $6505% cheaper than usual
  ~$748 with accessories

  A budget-conscious laptop for productivity and everyday tasks.

  • 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
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Audacity

  3/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 32.40 x 22.59 x 1.99 cm

  Weight: 1.43 kg

  detailed info

  from $649.97

  • C$649.97 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 11:43:57, EST
  • C$664.05 from HP (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 11:44:51, EST

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