Top Picks for the Graphic Designer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $720 to $1560, 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 $750;
  ~$1115 with accessories

  A pick for those in need of a powerful work computer. It will handle complex work like compressing large files, encoding video and intimidating spreadsheets... Read More about the 570-P009

  • 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  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

  from $749.99

  • $749.99 from Newegg as of 2018-06-22 10:17:07, EDT
  • $899.99 from HP as of 2018-06-22 05:53:43, EDT

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $60014%, Best price yet!
  ~$967 with accessories

  A computer built for productivity, it's a good fit for the multitasker and those with a large photo, video and audio collection.

  • the Tinkerer
  • 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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	5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 31.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  from $599.99

  • $599.99 from eBay as of 2018-06-22 05:36:10, EDT
  • $599.99 from Newegg as of 2018-06-22 10:33:51, EDT
  • $829.99 from HP as of 2018-06-22 05:41:16, EDT

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $6706% cheaper than usual
  ~$1018 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	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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

  from $664.99

  • $664.99 from HP as of 2018-06-22 13:34:20, EDT
  • $789.92 from Staples as of 2018-06-22 10:21:06, EDT

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  Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $4305% cheaper than usual
  ~$720 with accessories

  A great computer for productivity and even more creative tasks.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-7800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.53 x 40.89 x 38.10 cm

  Weight: 8.30 kg

  detailed info

  $429.99 from Newegg as of 2018-06-21 11:08:02, EDT

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  Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
  ~$755 with accessories

  A great computer for productivity and a little more. Not a bad product if you don't have any great plans for your computer but don't want to be too restricted.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-7800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 17.52 x 37.99 x 40.84 cm

  Weight: 8.26 kg

  detailed info

  from $429.99

  • $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 10:22:34, EDT
  • $499.97 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 10:21:57, EDT

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  Asus G11 Gaming PC from $9003%, Best price yet!
  ~$1190 with accessories

  If you don't care much about playing the expensive blockbuster games, but enjoy playing free-to-play games and 3D indie games, this desktop tower is a pretty go... Read More about the G11CD-BS51-GTX1050

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  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	3/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 42.00 x 44.00 cm

  Weight: 9.78 kg

  detailed info

  $899.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 10:26:45, 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	2.5/5
  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	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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 as of 2018-06-22 05:04:30, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $600;
  ~$888 with accessories

  This computer is a natural fit for the media collector and the multitasker. Thanks to its ample hard drive and memory, it can handle a lot of things at one and... Read More about the 570-p059

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • 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	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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	5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A12-9800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $597.33 from eBay as of 2018-06-22 05:59:42, EDT

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  MSI Trident 3 Compact Gaming PC from $11304% cheaper than usual
  ~$1560 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	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  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
  Storage	4/5
  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	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Photoshop CC 2017

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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 $1129.00

  • $1129.00 from Canada Computers as of 2018-06-22 11:12:52, EDT
  • $1193.00 from Walmart as of 2018-06-22 05:51:02, EDT
  • $1199.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-21 05:00:23, EDT
  • $1199.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:21:39, EDT
  • $1250.10 from MicroBytes as of 2018-06-22 05:51:13, EDT
  • $1387.25 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:33:12, EDT
  • $1526.95 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 01:31:41, EDT

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