Systems to run Audacity on a budget.
Release Date | 2000-05-28 |
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Developer | The Audacity Team |
Publisher | The Audacity Team |
Pricing Model | Open Source |
Platforms | Linux, Mac OS X, Windows |
Audacity is a free open source digital audio editor and recording computer software application, available for Windows, OS X, Linux and other operating systems. Audacity was started in the fall of 1999 by Dominic Mazzoni and Roger Dannenberg at Carnegie Mellon University and was released on May 28, 2000 as version 0.8.
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Computer Specs to Look For
If you're conducting your own search, the following specs are the most common in mass-produced PCs capable of running Audacity at a basic level:
Compatible Ready-Made Systems
The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by Audacity's developers. So, it should run, but you might experience slowdowns when working with larger, heavier files.
Matches are sorted by price, so if what you see doesn't match your expectations and you can afford to pay more, feel free to move on to the next page.

Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)
Even by Chromebook standards, this netbook is a bit humble, but it's a cost-efficient solution for everyday needs.
A few characteristics could impe
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Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)
Chromebooks excel as easy-to-carry travel companions for those of us who need to remain connected on the go, and this model is no exception. A USB-C d
Performance in selected Apps
Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N4000
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader
Pricing

HP 15-inch Laptop (15-dw3088ca)
Despite its humble price tag, this laptop makes a compelling option to handle homework and other everyday tasks.
Thanks to detailed documentation,
Performance in selected Apps
Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i3-1115G4
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Acer Vero 15-inch Eco-Friendly Laptop (AV15-51-55ZQ)
If you're interested in reducing the environmental impact of your digital activities but cannot afford some of the pricier options, this laptop might
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Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1155G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)
This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle demanding homework as well as other everyday tasks. It manages to be affordable while including al
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Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

AMD 17-inch Laptop (17-cp0007ca)
This large laptop is a compelling computer if you need a computer at home but do not have room to dedicate to a PC. As one of the larger laptops out t
Performance in selected Apps
Audacity |
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Who it's For
- Serious Multitasker
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Productivity-Focused User
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Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 6 Graphics
Memory
12 GB
Storage
1.25 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 54000 RPM hard drive (slow)