Top Picks for the Graphic Designer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$939 to US$1730, 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 gaming PC from US$73014%, Best price yet!
  ~$1240 with accessories

  Built with extra oomph, this PC is capable of handling creative projects and even some gaming.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  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: 12.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.150 kg

  detailed info

  from US$722.07

  • US$722.07 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:54:24, EDT
  • US$760.08 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 08:46:44, EDT
  • US$836.08 from HP (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:40:30, EDT

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  ME PC CM1000A Royale Gaming PC from US$960;
  ~$1580 with accessories

  This AMD-based gaming rig combines power and ease of maintenance while still being quite cost-efficient.

  • 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  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: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 45.45 x 46.88 cm

  Weight: 15.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$950.1 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-06-26 06:34:44, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Dell Inspiron i5680 Gaming Desktop from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  A cost-effective gaming PC, capable of delivering rich multimedia experience without the premium price tag.

  • 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1/5
  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 i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.59 x 43.76 x 45.90 cm

  Weight: 13.730 kg

  detailed info

  from US$836.08

  • US$836.08 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:47:24, EDT
  • US$987.35 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:46:48, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron Gaming PC from US$1070;
  ~$1730 with accessories

  A cost-effective gaming rig with decent upgrade options, it's well worth considering, especially with the right discount.

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  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 i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.87 cm

  Weight: 13.740 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1064.11

  • US$1064.11 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 07:33:33, EDT
  • US$1178.12 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 09:21:10, EDT
  • US$1291.38 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-21 09:48:51, EDT

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  HP Omen Gaming PC from US$990;
  ~$1590 with accessories

  If you don't want to wait for your gaming PC to be built for you, this model offers good specs and can be conveniently picked up at your local electronic retail... Read More about the 870-219

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Football Manager 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 12.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.50 x 42.00 x 40.10 cm

  Weight: 10.500 kg

  detailed info

  from US$988.1

  • US$988.1 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:16:32, EDT
  • US$1099 from eBay (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:00:47, EDT
  • US$1533.3 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:40:29, EDT

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  MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$69010% cheaper than usual
  ~$1189 with accessories

  A compact Gaming PC for the living room or anywhere space is limited. With carrying handles, it's also an attractive option for LAN parties or if you have to re... Read More about the MI3 8RA-022CA

  • the Long-Term 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  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	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  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 i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 12.80 x 34.20 x 26.80 cm

  Weight: 8.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$683.32

  • US$683.32 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:17:59, EDT
  • US$700.42 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 12:07:59, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Dell Dell Inspiron i5675 Gaming Desktop from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  Shopping for Gaming PC on a budget? This tower is definitely worth a look.

  • the Long-Term 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
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  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: AMD Ryzen 5 1400

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 570

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.89 cm

  Weight: 13.740 kg

  detailed info

  from US$836.08

  • US$836.08 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 09:40:11, EDT
  • US$1066.33 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-21 10:18:12, EDT

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  MSI Trident 3 Small Form Factor Gaming PC from US$8405% cheaper than usual
  ~$1390 with accessories

  Delivering impressive gaming performance in a compact machine, this Gaming PC could be especially interesting if you're looking to add a gaming PC in your livin... Read More about the 8RC-007CA

  • 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	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	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 i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 7.18 x 23.25 x 34.63 cm

  Weight: 6.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$836.08

  • US$836.08 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:50:30, EDT
  • US$836.08 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:17:09, EDT
  • US$892.7 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:10:47, EDT

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  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$6506% cheaper than usual
  ~$939 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	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  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 i5-8300H

  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: 2.520 kg

  detailed info

  from US$645.31

  • US$645.31 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:07:50, EDT
  • US$699.19 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:07:25, EDT
  • US$709.49 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:02:21, EDT
  • US$1161.84 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:57:28, EDT

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