Adobe Animate CC

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Aptly named, this animation software handles 2d animations of all sorts, from cartoons, video game sprites, and more.

The following Systems meet the system requirements set by Adobe Animate CC's developers. There are no performance standards defining how well a recommended system should perform (some developpers overestimate them, others can be a bit optimistic), but I would expect those systems to handle anything easily but the most painstakingly complex tasks.

The following will be great for Adobe Animate CC. prices range from $620.00 to $993.00, accessories included.

Want a simple solution? Here are a few pre-built Systems which should do the trick.

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $7007% cheaper than usual
  ~$990 with accessories

  Here's a cost-efficient desktop computer which will excel at productivity tasks and will let you explore quite a few creative avenues.

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  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $699.97 from Staples (New) as of 2018-09-24 11:43:34, EDT

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $710;
  ~$993 with accessories

  This computer is a natural fit for the media collector and the multitasker. Thanks to its ample hard drive and memory, it can handle a lot of things at one and... Read More about the 570-p059

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  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	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A12-9800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $702.43 from eBay (Refurbished) as of 2018-09-24 05:42:26, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" 3000 Series Touch from $550;
  ~$690 with accessories

  A cost-efficient laptop built to handle "the usual." An option worth considering, especially if waiting for stuff to load is an acceptable compromise for you, a... Read More about the i3567-3408BLK-PCA

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  • 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	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i3-7130U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 37.85 x 25.91 x 2.36 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from $549.99

  • $549.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-09-24 10:45:33, EDT
  • $649.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 10:45:16, EDT

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  Asus VivoBook X441UA 14" Laptop from $53012% cheaper than usual
  ~$666 with accessories

  If you want to be able to do a little more than handling Word and Excel documents, this laptop has a bit of extra oomph to explore creative activities.

  • the Productivity-Focused User
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  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 34.80 x 24.28 x 2.76 cm

  Weight: 1.75 kg

  detailed info

  from $525.98

  • $525.98 from eBay (Used)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:16:42, EDT
  • $599.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:16:32, EDT
  • $599.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:08:43, EDT

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  HP 15" Laptop from $60015%, Best price yet!
  ~$690 with accessories

  This laptop's designed to be relatively versatile for a modest cost. It's a solid choice for productivity and going online as long as you usually only handle on... Read More about the 15-DA0008CA

  • 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	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 37.60 x 24.60 x 2.25 cm

  Weight: 1.77 kg

  detailed info

  $599.99 from Best Buy (New) as of 2018-09-24 20:26:18, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Laptop from $58028%, Best price yet!
  ~$970 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.

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  • 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
  Storage	4.5/5
  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
  Storage	4/5
  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	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  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 $579.00

  • $579.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:33:57, EDT
  • $909.13 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:13:45, EDT
  • $1149.99 from Dell (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:35:55, EDT

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  HP 15" Laptop from $670;
  ~$760 with accessories

  This laptop offers a little extra but remains a cost-effective product. It's worth considering if you need a computer to handle a bit more than the basics.

  • the Tinkerer
  • 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
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon 530 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 37.60 x 24.60 x 2.25 cm

  Weight: 1.77 kg

  detailed info

  $669.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-09-23 13:59:41, EDT

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  HP 15" Laptop from $690;
  ~$823 with accessories

  A good laptop for everyday use; it's even powerful enough to do let you experiment with digital creativity without requiring you to invest heavily... Read More about the 15-BS027CA

  • the Tinkerer
  • 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	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 38.00 x 25.37 x 2.39 cm

  Weight: 1.91 kg

  detailed info

  from $683.98

  • $683.98 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 10:44:58, EDT
  • $781.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:10:19, EDT

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  Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from $530;
  ~$620 with accessories

  This laptop could be summarized as "good enough for most. It's powerful enough to get quite a bit of work done at a relatively low price.

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  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Adobe Animate CC

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm

  Weight: 2.00 kg

  detailed info

  $529.98 from Newegg (Refurbished) as of 2018-09-21 12:41:22, EDT

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Specs for Recommended levels of performance in Adobe Animate CC

Minimum system requirements can be difficult to interpret; they sometimes refer to older hardware or go really in-depth. Instead of relying solely on benchmarks, let's look at commonly used components on today's market to meet similar degrees of performance.

If you'd rather build your own computer or check with your local computer shop to get your new system, here are a few components to look for.

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

Were you looking for a laptop instead? You can focus your search on a specific kind of device with the options below:

• Laptops
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• Tablets
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• Stationary Computers
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• Laptops: Netbooks
  (3 results, starting at $1450)
• Stationary Computers: Tower Computers
  (22 results, starting at $1450)
• Stationary Computers: Compact Towers
  (7 results, starting at $1500)
• Stationary Computers: All-in-Ones
  (7 results, starting at $2329)
• Laptops: Portable Laptops
  (63 results, starting at $899)
• Laptops: Large Laptops
  (16 results, starting at $1613)
• Tablets: Large Tablets
  (15 results, starting at $1080)

Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above meet Adobe Animate CC's recommended specs. This should be the sweet spot for most people but if you're a hardcore Adobe Animate CC user, you might benefit from using a stronger machine.

You can look for something more powerful (or cheaper) by picking another performance level below:

Wonder why you get better systems than requested?

That's because TekAdvisor limits results based on a maximum price rather than a maximum performance. For instance: If 3-stars or even 5-stars systems are available in the same price range as 1-star options, I'm pretty sure you should consider the better-performing options as well.

The results above are the 9 systems offering the best bang-for-the-buck among the cheapest catalogued systems capable of running Adobe Animate CC at the specified level of performance or better.