Top Picks for the Video Editor

You have fun with video edition. You mix audio tracks, compose scenes from clips and pictures to craft a rich narrative. Or at least, that's what you're striving for.

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1190 to US$1581, 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 ($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
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 Video Editing

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

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
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
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. ×
#1, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$69031%, Best price yet!
~$1190 with accessories

This Gaming PC might not be the most powerful out there, but it's quite cost-effective for the price and is capable of handling a few demanding Triple-A Games i... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h2e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 2/5
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 3.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 1.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX 1650

Memory: 8.00 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$683.56 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2019-12-15 05:05:09, 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 Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
#2, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;
~$1390 with accessories

This Gaming PC is capable of delivering rich gaming experiences for a relatively low price and is capable of handling quite a few demanding Triple-A Games in th... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h24e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 2.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 5/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Memory: 8.00 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$835.46 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2019-12-13 14:36:11, 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 Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
#3, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;
~$1390 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 right off the bat... Read More about the i5090-5183GRY-PCA
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm
Weight: 7.570 kg

detailed info
US$835.46 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2019-12-13 13:56:02, 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. ×
Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC - Iron Grey from US$760;
~$1330 with accessories

This gaming PC will let you enjoy most PC games out there, including quite a few recent Tripple-A titles. A few upgrades could help to make it even better at a... Read More about the GL10CS-BH552-CB
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 2/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 1/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX 1650

Memory: 8.00 GB

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

Dimensions: 18.00 x 43.00 x 42.80 cm
Weight: 8.001 kg

detailed info
US$759.51 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2019-12-15 19:50:49, 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. ×
#5, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$690;
~$1190 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 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 1.5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Compact Towers standards

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

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
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: 8.400 kg

detailed info
US$683.47 from Canada Computers (New)
as of 2019-12-13 22:48:14, 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 Canada Computers site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
#7, Stationary Computers ($1400 - $1700)

Dell XPS Tower Special Edition from US$950;
~$1581 with accessories

This stronger-than average desktop PC is meant to handle video games and creative tasks at a relatively affordable price. It offers detailed documentation cover... Read More about the XPS-8930-xdvsetcr001s
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 2/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 1.5/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX 1650

Memory: 8.00 GB

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

Dimensions: 18.00 x 25.60 x 38.65 cm
Weight: 9.979 kg

detailed info
US$949.99 from Dell (New)
as of 2019-12-14 14:32:48, 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 Dell site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
#6, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$76013%, Best price yet!
~$1290 with accessories

There are stronger Gaming PCs out there, but this configuration is definitely cost-effective and is capable of handling a few demanding Triple-A Games already... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h18e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 2/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 560X

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm
Weight: 8.430 kg

detailed info
US$759.51 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2019-12-15 03:59:32, 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 Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
#7, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

MSI Infinite S 8 Small Form Factor Gaming PC from US$840;
~$1389 with accessories

MSI has been designing compact gaming PC for a while and so far has been pretty good at not sacrificing upgradability too much in the process. So if your needs... Read More about the 8RA-001CA
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Compact Towers standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 3/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Video Editing

3/5
Meets recommended specs

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

1/5
Meets minimal requirements

performance in iMovie

N/A
Not Available For this Platform
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Memory: 8.00 GB

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

Dimensions: 12.80 x 34.80 x 24.40 cm
Weight: 8.401 kg

detailed info
US$834.71 from Canada Computers (New)
as of 2019-12-13 23:31:11, 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 Canada Computers site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	1.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	2.5/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	3.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	4/5
Storage	5/5
Portability	1/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	3/5
Portability	1/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	0.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	2/5
Storage	3/5
Portability	1.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	0.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	1/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	1.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	2/5
Power	3.5/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	1/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

Bang for the Buck	1/5
Versatility for the Price	2/5
Power	0.5/5
Storage	1/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	3/5
Storage	3.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	N/A

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Top Picks for the Video Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1190 to US$1581, with accessories.

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

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$69031%, Best price yet!~$1190 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;~$1390 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;~$1390 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC - Iron Grey from US$760;~$1330 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$690;~$1190 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Dell XPS Tower Special Edition from US$950;~$1581 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$76013%, Best price yet!~$1290 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

MSI Infinite S 8 Small Form Factor Gaming PC from US$840;~$1389 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Video Editing

performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019

performance in iMovie

Pricing Accuracy

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

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

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$69031%, Best price yet!
~$1190 with accessories

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;
~$1390 with accessories

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$840;
~$1390 with accessories

Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC - Iron Grey from US$760;
~$1330 with accessories

MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$690;
~$1190 with accessories

Dell XPS Tower Special Edition from US$950;
~$1581 with accessories

Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$76013%, Best price yet!
~$1290 with accessories

MSI Infinite S 8 Small Form Factor Gaming PC from US$840;
~$1389 with accessories