Top Picks for the Photo Editor

Almost anything can handle photo filters, red eyes or adjusting exposure and color balance. You need something more; you make scratches, blemishes, and even photobombers disappear.

You might even like to get creative and combine photos, create complex effects or otherwise "art things up".

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$790 to US$1230, 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.

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$5905%, Best price yet!
~$1000 with accessories

This desktop PC is well-suited for productivity and even a bit more; like creative experimentation for instance... Read More about the 595-p0049
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

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

Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm
Weight: 5.15 kg
detailed info from US$582.83
- US$582.83 from HP (New)
  as of 2019-02-19 12:01:07, EST
- US$681.23 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2019-02-19 10:51:30, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$680;
~$1186 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
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by Compact Towers standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

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: 8.40 kg
detailed info from US$678.05
- US$678.05 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2019-02-19 12:19:36, EST
- US$763.73 from Newegg (New)
  as of 2019-02-19 12:20:38, EST
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. ×
ME PC VT2000I Home PC from US$690;
~$1230 with accessories

A practical Home PC capable of handling more than the basics so you can experiment and create without committing to a substantial budget... Read More about the VT2000I
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
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 3/5
Power 4/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Compact Towers standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 2/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 9.60 x 37.00 x 33.40 cm
Weight: 10.00 kg

detailed info
US$681.23 from Memory Express (Built to Order)
as of 2019-02-18 15:22:40, EST

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. ×
HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$460;
~$890 with accessories

A cost-efficient computer for homework and even quite a bit of creativity.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 2/5
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
Power 2.5/5
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 3.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 1.5/5
Portability 5/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

4/5
This should run nicely

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A10-9700

Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm
Weight: 5.15 kg

detailed info
US$454.15 from Staples (New)
as of 2019-02-18 16:07:35, EST

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 Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from US$690;
~$989 with accessories

A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and multimedia... Read More about the i5379-7302GRY-PUS
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by Tablets standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by Large Tablets standards

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

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

2.5/5
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-8550U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 13.3"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm
Weight: 1.69 kg

detailed info
US$680.48 from Microsoft (New)
as of 2019-02-19 11:36:13, EST

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Asus M32BF Tower Computer from US$380;
~$790 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.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
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
US$378.46 from Newegg (New)
as of 2019-02-17 13:36:25, EST

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 Newegg site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from US$53013% cheaper than usual
~$790 with accessories

Cost-effective but equipped with a powerful processor and a crisp and roomy screen, this laptop is a good fit for productivity and multitasking.
Device Ratings

by Laptops 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 1.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

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

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

2.5/5
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 38.00 x 25.80 x 2.27 cm
Weight: 2.20 kg
detailed info from US$529.84
- US$529.84 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2019-02-18 14:06:46, EST
- US$869.71 from Dell (New)
  as of 2019-02-16 12:26:48, EST
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. ×
Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$57012%, Best price yet!
~$840 with accessories

This laptop is worth considering, especially if you get a lot of work done away from your desk and need something stylish on your arm to dash from meeting to me... Read More about the UX430UA-BH51-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

2.5/5
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 14"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.60 x 1.50 cm
Weight: 1.30 kg
detailed info from US$567.69
- US$567.69 from Best Buy (Open Box)
  as of 2019-02-19 10:39:31, EST
- US$756.92 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2019-02-19 10:37:55, EST
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. ×
HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$610;
~$1090 with accessories

A cost-efficient computer for homework and even quite a bit of creativity.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 1.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 2/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 2.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Photo Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Football Manager 2018

4/5
This should run nicely

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A10-9700

Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm
Weight: 5.15 kg

detailed info
US$605.53 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2019-02-19 10:44:12, EST

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. ×

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	2/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	2/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	3.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	2/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	1.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	2/5
Portability	3.5/5
Autonomy	3.5/5

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	5/5
Power	3/5
Storage	4/5
Portability	2/5
Autonomy	1/5

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	4/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	3/5

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	3.5/5
Autonomy	2/5

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	2/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	3.5/5

Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	2/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	3/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	2.5/5
Storage	4/5
Portability	0.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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Looking for a laptop, tablet, smartphone or desktop computer specifically? Here are the product families in which we found options matching your needs:

Top Picks for the Photo Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$790 to US$1230, with accessories.

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$5905%, Best price yet!~$1000 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$680;~$1186 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

ME PC VT2000I Home PC from US$690;~$1230 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$460;~$890 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from US$690;~$989 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

Asus M32BF Tower Computer from US$380;~$790 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from US$53013% cheaper than usual~$790 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$57012%, Best price yet!~$840 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$610;~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Photo Editing

performance in Football Manager 2018

performance in GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)

Pricing Accuracy

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$5905%, Best price yet!
~$1000 with accessories

MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$680;
~$1186 with accessories

ME PC VT2000I Home PC from US$690;
~$1230 with accessories

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$460;
~$890 with accessories

Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from US$690;
~$989 with accessories

Asus M32BF Tower Computer from US$380;
~$790 with accessories

Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from US$53013% cheaper than usual
~$790 with accessories

Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$57012%, Best price yet!
~$840 with accessories

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$610;
~$1090 with accessories