Top Picks for the Graphic Designer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1490 to US$2290, 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 ($1700 - $2275)

  

  ME PC EDGE 100A Gaming PC from US$1330;
  ~$2080 with accessories

  This Gaming build combines powerful components in a relatively understated chassis (by gaming standards at least). It's a reliable choice if you frequently play... Read More about the V_EDGE100AV192

  • 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
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0/5
  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 3600

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 512 GB (~1.5 TB)

  Dimensions: 20.90 x 47.80 x 47.30 cm

  Weight: 15.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1329.15 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-12-15 04:16:29, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1060;
  ~$1720 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  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: 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$1055.72 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-12-15 06:05:55, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #4, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$137029%, Best price yet!
  ~$2090 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs one of the strongest graphics cards on the market right now and is capable of handling the most demanding Triple-A Games in this configurat... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h11e

  • 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
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	4/5
  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 2070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$1367.12 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2019-12-15 05:17:31, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1400 - $1700)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$92025%, Best price yet!
  ~$1490 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty good graphics card and ships with enough memory to handle most tasks out there. You could last quite a while on this configuration... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h4e

  • 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	2/5
  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	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  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: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$911.41 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2019-12-15 04:10:16, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #5, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$1370;
  ~$2090 with accessories

  This PC combines potent components for the price an even has a fair bit of upgrade potential so you can keep it in fighting shape for years to come.

  • 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	2/5
  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	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	3.5/5
  Storage	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: 3 TB + 256 GB (~3.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 37.00 x 36.50 cm

  Weight: 8.600 kg

  detailed info

  US$1367.12 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-12-13 20:39:10, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #6, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$122011% 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	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	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  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	0.5/5
  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 i7-9700K

  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$1215.22 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-12-15 09:35:39, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #8, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  ME PC GT1200I Gaming PC from US$14104%, Best price yet!
  ~$2180 with accessories

  This build is designed to handle the most demanding games out there while also providing plenty of upgrade options. This way, you can maintain its performance l... Read More about the GT1200IV192

  • 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	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	0/5
  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	3/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  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 i5-9600K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 22.30 x 50.00 x 47.50 cm

  Weight: 15.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1405.1 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-12-15 06:49:46, EST

  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 Memory Express site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #9, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2275)

  

  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$1410;
  ~$2140 with accessories

  This affordable gaming PC will let you enjoy all but the most demanding PC games out there at their best and thanks to ample memory, will also excel at most cre... Read More about the GL10CS-RB761-CA

  • 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	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1/5
  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
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 18.03 x 42.93 x 42.93 cm

  Weight: 7.983 kg

  detailed info

  US$1405.1 from Staples (New) as of 2019-12-14 12:05:06, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #3, Stationary Computers ($2275 - $3000)

  

  HP Omen Obelisk Gaming PC from US$1520;
  ~$2290 with accessories

  This computer is powerful enough to handle the most demanding Triple-A games out there for a reasonable price... Read More about the 875-0129

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  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
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  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 RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.51 x 35.71 x 43.31 cm

  Weight: 9.190 kg

  detailed info

  US$1519.03 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-12-13 12:29:32, EST

  pricing accuracy

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