Top Picks for the Graphic Designer

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1490 to US$2140, 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.

• #1, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $1800)

  

  Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$890;
  ~$1540 with accessories

  This desktop computer is a bit stronger than your average home PC, and even though it has some gaming potential, it primarily strikes me a good system for visua... Read More about the i3671-di3671_sb_h204e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • 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	3.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm

  Weight: 5.270 kg

  detailed info

  US$885.49 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 11:04:35, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1650 - $1800)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1030;
  ~$1780 with accessories

  Already capable of impressive performances, this build will also help simplify future upgrades; allowing this Gaming rig to last a few GPU generations. If you'r... Read More about the GT1100ANV191

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 480.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.90 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1027.17 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2020-04-04 15:20:20, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1800 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$1140;
  ~$1890 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty serious graphics card and is capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games in this configuration. It combines two drives to help sh... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h27e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 256 GB (~2.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$1133.43 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 11:11:59, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1800 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$1100;
  ~$1840 with accessories

  This Gaming PC comes equipped with a graphics card capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games and enough memory to handle ambitious creative tasks. It combin... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h25e

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • 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	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  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	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 256 GB (~2.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$1098.01 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 11:11:23, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #3, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1500)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$860;
  ~$1490 with accessories

  This Gaming PC offers a compelling balance of power for the price and is capable of handling quite a few demanding Triple-A Games and demanding creative program... Read More about the i5090-di5090_sb_h32e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  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	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 128 GB (~2.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$850.07 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 11:11:39, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #3, Stationary Computers ($1800 - $2100)

  

  Dell XPS Tower Special Edition from US$1170;
  ~$1940 with accessories

  This powerful desktop PC has a lot of potential for gaming and creative work. It also offers detailed documentation guiding potential maintenance and upgrades... Read More about the dxps8930se_f_h14e

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • 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	1.5/5
  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
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 35.60 x 38.65 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1168.85 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 10:51:35, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #6, Stationary Computers ($1800 - $2100)

  

  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$114020% cheaper than usual
  ~$1890 with accessories

  This gaming PC will let you enjoy all but the most demanding PC games out there, and thanks to ample memory, it will also excel at most creative tasks... Read More about the GL10CS-BS762-CB

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 42.80 x 43.00 cm

  Weight: 7.983 kg

  detailed info

  US$1133.43 from Best Buy (New) as of 2020-04-07 08:39:22, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Best Buy site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #4, Stationary Computers ($2100 - $2400)

  

  Dell XPS Tower Special Edition from US$1320;
  ~$2140 with accessories

  This powerful desktop PC can deliver impressive video game experiences. It offers detailed documentation covering maintenance and upgrades, as needed, helping e... Read More about the dxps8930se_f_h18e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019

  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 i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 512 GB (~2.5 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 35.60 x 38.65 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1310.53 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-04-07 10:51:40, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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