Top Picks for the Video Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$790 to US$1290, 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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  Dell Dell Inspiron i5675 Gaming Desktop from US$740;
  ~$1270 with accessories

  Shopping for Gaming PC on a budget? This tower is definitely worth a look.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  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	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1400

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 570

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.89 cm

  Weight: 13.74 kg

  detailed info

  from US$734.43

  • US$734.43 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-01-22 06:30:42, EST
  • US$1051.38 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 08:09:21, EST

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  MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$6908%, Best price yet!
  ~$1206 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

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  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: 8.40 kg

  detailed info

  US$686.71 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 07:52:44, EST

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  ME PC VT2000I Home PC from US$680;
  ~$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

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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$674.48 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-01-23 04:24:07, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from US$750;
  ~$1089 with accessories

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

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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$748.68 from Microsoft (New) as of 2019-01-22 06:06:04, EST

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  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from US$640;
  ~$940 with accessories

  This gaming laptop is an affordable option if you're seeking a graphically capable PC for creativity purposes or if you're not interested in playing the most de... Read More about the FX504GD-RS51

  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • 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	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from US$637.01

  • US$637.01 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:44:41, EST
  • US$711.21 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:02:15, EST
  • US$741.93 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:23:15, EST
  • US$747.93 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:46:07, EST
  • US$748.68 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:22:59, EST
  • US$749.42 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:22:43, EST
  • US$749.42 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:03:27, EST
  • US$749.42 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:23:24, EST
  • US$749.42 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:04:10, EST
  • US$757.93 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:01:33, EST
  • US$794.32 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:43:21, EST
  • US$807.79 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:45:04, EST

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  Asus Vivobook 15" Laptop from US$530;
  ~$790 with accessories

  An excellent laptop for productivity, multitasking and mainstream entertainment.

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 2.03 cm

  Weight: 1.68 kg

  detailed info

  US$524.59 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-01-23 11:06:38, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from US$900;
  ~$1290 with accessories

  A capable laptop for creative tasks and quite a bit of gaming which employs a few cost-cutting measures to attempt to go a bit easier on your wallet.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.88 x 26.49 x 2.51 cm

  Weight: 2.57 kg

  detailed info

  from US$899.31

  • US$899.31 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:32:30, EST
  • US$899.31 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:31:16, EST
  • US$1154.95 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:15:02, EST

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  Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$60011% cheaper than usual
  ~$890 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

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • 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	2.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  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$599.54

  • US$599.54 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:27:28, EST
  • US$674.48 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:23:58, EST

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  Asus VivoBook 15.6" Laptop from US$600;
  ~$890 with accessories

  A compact and lightweight laptop for mobile productivity on a budget.

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • 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
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  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	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2500U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 Mobile

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 1.78 cm

  Weight: 1.59 kg

  detailed info

  US$599.54 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-01-23 11:43:05, EST

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