Top Picks for the Video Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1140 to US$1990, 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 ($1075 - $1500)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$99025%, Best price yet!
  ~$1490 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 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	5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  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

  from US$986.68

  • US$986.68 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:47:10, EDT
  • US$1062.58 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:33:57, EDT

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$1170;
  ~$1990 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 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	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  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$1161.25

  • US$1161.25 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:26:58, EDT
  • US$1290.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:25:19, EDT

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1170;
  ~$1860 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  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$1161.25 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2020-09-18 04:00:26, EDT

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• #3, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1070;
  ~$1690 with accessories

  Here's a Gaming PC combining compelling features such as an i7 Processor, a roomy and speedy combination of Solid-State and Mechanical Drives and a dedicated Gr... Read More about the dg5000_s25e

  • 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	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1062.58 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:37:59, EDT

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• #4, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  This Gaming PC hits an appealing balance between affordability, power and speed. It does lack a few features I'd like to see in a gaming system (like paired mem... Read More about the dg5000_s23e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$834.88 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:37:51, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #4, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  HP Omen Obelisk Gaming PC from US$113022% cheaper than usual
  ~$1940 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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

  from US$1127.1

  • US$1127.1 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:35:14, EDT
  • US$1252.33 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:07:06, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #5, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$650;
  ~$1140 with accessories

  This Gaming PC maximizes the power you get for your investment. It does lack a few features I'd rather see in a gaming system (like paired memory and a Solid St... Read More about the dg5000_s1e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  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	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 7.600 kg

  detailed info

  US$645.14 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:37:44, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #5, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1220;
  ~$1890 with accessories

  Here's a Gaming PC combining compelling features such as a powerful Processor, a roomy and speedy combination of Solid-State and Mechanical Drives and a powerfu... Read More about the dg5000_s27e

  • 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1214.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-19 00:03:51, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #6, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$800;
  ~$1340 with accessories

  This desktop PC manages to combine a lot of horsepower for the cost without sacrificing too much in terms of features or maintenance/upgrade options... Read More about the TG01-0199

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  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	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in DaVinci Resolve 16

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 12.00 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

  from US$796.94

  • US$796.94 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-09-16 13:17:28, EDT
  • US$910.78 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:19:23, EDT

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