Top Picks for the Graphic Designer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $990 to $1680, 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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  ME PC GT1000I Gaming PC from $1350;
  ~$1680 with accessories

  If you can't invest a lot of money on a new gaming rig, this is a sensible option; it's already powerful enough to handle most games (and creative software as w... Read More about the GT1000I

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 37.00 x 3.50 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1349.99 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2018-09-25 04:18:52, EDT

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $7007% cheaper than usual
  ~$990 with accessories

  Here's a cost-efficient desktop computer which will excel at productivity tasks and will let you explore quite a few creative avenues.

  • 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 Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  2.5/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  2.5/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $699.97 from Staples (New) as of 2018-09-24 11:43:34, EDT

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  Asus G11CD Tower Computer from $1270;
  ~$1621 with accessories

  As VR-ready systems go, this is a pretty accessible option. This computer will run all recent games (and tackle less-exciting tasks with ease) without breaking... Read More about the G11CD-WS51

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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 Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-6400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.52 x 42.16 x 43.94 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  from $1260.99

  • $1260.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 04:26:03, EDT
  • $1330.47 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:34:58, EDT
  • $1399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 16:21:44, EDT

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  ME PC V_GT1000AN Gaming System from $1110;
  ~$1440 with accessories

  Capable of delivering enjoyable gaming experience, this build also offers plenty of upgrade options. This way, when the games you play become more demanding or... Read More about the V_GT1000AN

  • 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 Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 250 GB (~1.24 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 37.00 x 36.50 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1109.99 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2018-09-25 05:14:18, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  MSI Trident 3 Compact Gaming PC from $1200;
  ~$1593 with accessories

  This tiny gaming desktop offers silent operation in small spaces such as the living room's media center. Performances are up there thanks to latest-generation v... Read More about the VR7RC-020US

  • the Serious Gamer
  • 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 Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 12.70 x 23.50 x 34.10 cm

  Weight: 6.30 kg

  detailed info

  from $1199.00

  • $1199.00 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-09-22 13:53:30, EDT
  • $1199.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:33:19, EDT
  • $1199.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:02:26, EDT
  • $1387.25 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:57:22, EDT
  • $1526.95 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 16:32:57, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $105025%, Best price yet!
  ~$1262 with accessories

  A capable laptop for creative tasks and quite a bit of gaming which employs a few cost-cutting measures to attempt to go a bit easier on your wallet.

  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops 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	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 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 $1047.99

  • $1047.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:19:00, EDT
  • $1066.88 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:18:50, EDT
  • $1399.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-09-24 21:00:06, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from $950;
  ~$1087 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  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 $949.00

  • $949.00 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:16:35, EDT
  • $989.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:15:38, EDT
  • $991.23 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:08:02, EDT
  • $999.00 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:08:13, EDT
  • $999.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 06:07:49, EDT
  • $1049.90 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:07:36, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $123018% cheaper than usual
  ~$1592 with accessories

  A laptop with extra oomph, it's powerful enough for gaming and creative projects without the "gaming. look.

  • the Serious 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	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.91 x 27.48 x 2.49 cm

  Weight: 2.84 kg

  detailed info

  from $1229.00

  • $1229.00 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:26:18, EDT
  • $1774.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:16:41, EDT

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  Asus ROG GL753VD 17" Laptop from $1390;
  ~$1492 with accessories

  This imposing laptop makes an efficient pop-up workstation for creative projects and gaming. When you're done working, you can just fold it up and stash it out... Read More about the GL753VD-DS71

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 41.50 x 27.30 x 3.00 cm

  Weight: 2.80 kg

  detailed info

  from $1389.99

  • $1389.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 10:48:09, EDT
  • $1406.93 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2018-09-22 13:58:13, EDT
  • $1407.22 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:01:29, EDT

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