Top Picks for the Serious Music Producer

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1069 to US$1889, 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 ($1600 - ∞)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$1110;
  ~$1690 with accessories

  For 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

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.70 x 33.74 cm

  Weight: 5.960 kg

  detailed info

  US$1106.24 from HP (New) as of 2021-03-04 12:25:47, EST

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1600 - ∞)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$121010% cheaper than usual
  ~$1889 with accessories

  This 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

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	1/5
  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	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1209.76

  • US$1209.76 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2021-03-04 05:46:02, EST
  • US$1263.47 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2021-03-04 05:36:35, EST

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1200 - $1600)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$87029%, Best price yet!
  ~$1390 with accessories

  This computer is a good fit for advanced productivity, creativity and multitasking on a budget, and thanks to fast storage, it'll keep your loading times to a m... Read More about the di3880_s4400e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • 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
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	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	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GT 1030

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$869.19 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-04 05:01:04, EST

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• #4, Stationary Computers ($1600 - ∞)

  

  Asus Strix Gaming PC from US$111013%, Best price yet!
  ~$1690 with accessories

  This Gaming PC manages to combine pretty impressive specs for the price without compromising much in terms of ease of maintenance and upgrades... Read More about the G15DH-SBR563-CB

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 15.80 x 42.10 x 49.80 cm

  Weight: 11.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1106.24 from Best Buy (New) as of 2021-03-04 12:39:08, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($950 - $1100)

  

  Asus ROG Strix G 15" Gaming PC from US$79023%, Best price yet!
  ~$1069 with accessories

  This laptop packs extra oomph in a package small enough to carry around daily. It's also equipped with enough cooling to sustain performance over long gaming or... Read More about the GL531GT-UB74

  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Large Laptops standards

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

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.04 x 27.51 x 2.59 cm

  Weight: 2.395 kg

  detailed info

  US$789.39 from Microsoft (New) as of 2021-03-04 03:41:25, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($1100 - $1975)

  

  MSI Alpha 15 Gaming Laptop from US$910;
  ~$1169 with accessories

  This laptop aims to deliver satisfying gaming performance at a reasonable price, and it's worth a look if you need a gaming PC that can be set anywhere. You wil... Read More about the A3DDK-012CA

  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3750H

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5500M

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 35.76 x 24.79 x 2.74 cm

  Weight: 2.300 kg

  detailed info

  US$907.92 from Canada Computers (New) as of 2021-03-04 04:48:20, EST

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• 

  HP OMEN 15" Gaming Laptop from US$119017%, Best price yet!
  ~$1518 with accessories

  Built with impressive components, this laptop will deliver immersive experiences even with the most demanding games currently out there. By laptop standards, it... Read More about the 15-dc1040nr

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

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

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.00 x 26.30 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.400 kg

  detailed info

  US$1183.69 from Visions Electronics (New) as of 2021-03-03 03:48:35, EST

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• #3, Laptops ($950 - $1100)

  

  Dell Inspiron 17 3000 Laptop from US$820;
  ~$1080 with accessories

  If you need a computer to get things done from home but can't dedicate space for it, this laptop can tackle several productivity tasks at once if necessary and... Read More about the ni173793_h015e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Laptops standards

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

  performance in Music Production

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Ableton Live 10

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Logic Pro X

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-1065G7

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce MX230

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 41.54 x 27.92 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.790 kg

  detailed info

  US$813.88 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-04 03:27:24, EST

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