Top Picks for the Hardcore Graphic Designer
Logos and page layouts are just the beginning for you. You juggle with gigantic files daily. Your compositions depend upon layers upon layers of complexity at high resolutions. Your computer has to be a workhorse you can rely on. The following are suitable candidates without relying on uncommon components.
Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1830 to US$2490, 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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#1, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$1210;
~$1890 with accessoriesFor the right price, this Gaming PC can be a very compelling option, capable of handling most demanding games currently out there. In terms of durability, acces... Read More about the TG01-0299
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9700Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.70 x 33.74 cmWeight: 5.960 kgdetailed info US$1205.04 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-11 12:17:27, EDTPricing Accuracy
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#2, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1130;
~$1830 with accessoriesAlready 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
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 TiMemory: 16.00 GBStorage: 480.00 GBDimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.90 cmWeight: 10.000 kgdetailed info US$1129.73 from Memory Express (Built to Order)as of 2020-08-08 05:31:15, EDTPricing 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. × -
#3, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$1160;
~$2290 with accessoriesThis Gaming PC packs a pretty serious graphics card and is capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games in this configuration. With a relatively sizeable solid-... Read More about the i5090-7711GRY-PCA
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9700Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBDimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cmWeight: 8.430 kgdetailed info from US$1152.32 - US$1152.32 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2020-08-11 12:12:56, EDT
- US$1506.31 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-11 12:12:41, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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#4, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
HP Omen Obelisk Gaming PC from US$17008% cheaper than usual
~$2490 with accessoriesPowerful enough to let you experience demanding games at their best, this PC is also relatively straightforward to upgrade and maintain (for a factory-build mod... Read More about the 875-1009
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9700KGraphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)Dimensions: 16.51 x 35.71 x 43.31 cmWeight: 12.111 kgdetailed info from US$1694.59 - US$1694.59 from HP (New)as of 2020-08-07 09:51:14, EDT
- US$1882.85 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-10 05:21:03, EDT
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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#5, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
HP Omen Obelisk Gaming PC from US$1510;
~$2290 with accessoriesThis computer is powerful enough to handle the most demanding Triple-A games out there for a reasonable price... Read More about the 875-0129
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9700Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 2 TBDimensions: 16.51 x 35.71 x 43.31 cmWeight: 9.190 kgdetailed info US$1506.31 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-10 08:16:09, EDTPricing 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. × -
#6, Stationary Computers ($1400 - ∞)
Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$116010% cheaper than usual
~$2290 with accessoriesThis 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
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9700KGraphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 TiMemory: 16.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBDimensions: 18.00 x 42.80 x 43.00 cmWeight: 7.983 kgdetailed info from US$1152.32 - US$1152.32 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2020-08-10 06:17:39, EDT
- US$1506.31 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-09 05:43:28, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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#2, Laptops ($1675 - $2125)
Dell XPS 15 7000 series laptop from US$1210;
~$1850 with accessoriesThis laptop packs a large battery and some powerful hardware in a package that's easy to carry. It's better suited for short high-performance sessions, but not... Read More about the XPS7590-nxps157590_s1608e
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9750HGraphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 3840×2160Dimensions: 35.71 x 23.55 x 1.68 cmWeight: 2.041 kgdetailed info from US$1204.3 - US$1204.3 from Best Buy (Refurbished)as of 2020-08-10 07:08:24, EDT
- US$1378.27 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2020-08-10 05:07:20, EDT
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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#4, Laptops ($1675 - $2125)
Dell XPS 15 7000 series laptop from US$1470;
~$1970 with accessoriesBuilt for performance away from the desk, this laptop packs a large battery and some powerful hardware in a package that's easy to carry... Read More about the XPS7590-7701SLV-PUS
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Adobe InDesign CC 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Football Manager 2018
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9750HGraphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 3840×2160Dimensions: 35.71 x 23.55 x 1.68 cmWeight: 2.041 kgdetailed info from US$1468.65 - US$1468.65 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2020-08-09 07:36:56, EDT
- US$1749.99 from Dell (US) (New)as of 2020-08-08 04:17:56, EDT
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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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