Photoshop CC 2018

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Release Date	1990-02-19
Developer	Adobe
Publisher	Adobe

Photoshop was created in 1988 by Thomas and John Knoll. Since then, it has become the de facto industry standard in raster graphics editing, to the point that Photoshop has become a generic trademark leading to its use as a verb such as "to Photoshop an image," "photoshopping" and "photoshop contest", though Adobe discourages such use.

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Genre

Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Vector Graphics Editor

Characteristics

Automation, Brushes, Colouring, Creative, Filters, Layers, Lettering, Moddable, Pressure-Sensitive Stylus Support, Stroke Brushes, Toning

Specs for Minimal levels of performance in Photoshop CC 2018

Most software developers publish system requirements, and while they're accurate, they can be difficult to interpret; not everyone's comfortable with the jargon employed and older components are often referred to long after they've left the market.

Here are current specs for pre-built machines capable of handling Photoshop CC 2018.

Sadly, there are also no predefined standards for performance; some developers have very high standards while others can be a bit optimistic so your mileage may vary.

Ready-to-Order Tower Computers Meeting these Specs Prices range from ∼ US$1020 to US$1905, accessories included.

The following Tower Computers meet the minimal system requirements set by Photoshop CC 2018's developers. So it should run, but you might experience slowdowns when working with larger, heavier files.

Each product below was checked recently for rebates and availability from retailers located in Canada or which at least makes importing easy.

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$5505% cheaper than usual
  ~$1020 with accessories

  This desktop PC is well-suited for productivity and even a bit more; like creative experimentation for instance... Read More about the 595-p0049

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  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	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$542.93

  • US$542.93 from HP (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 11:50:46, EDT
  • US$669.37 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 11:51:00, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  ME PC CM1000I Royale Gaming PC from US$930;
  ~$1580 with accessories

  This Intel-based gaming rig combines power and ease of maintenance while still being quite cost-efficient.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i3-8350k

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 45.45 x 46.88 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$929.68 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-04-23 12:37:14, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 Memory Express site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  ME PC CM1000A Royale Gaming PC from US$910;
  ~$1550 with accessories

  This AMD-based gaming rig combines power and ease of maintenance while still being quite cost-efficient.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 45.45 x 46.88 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$907.37 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-04-19 11:16:51, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 Memory Express site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  HP Pavilion gaming PC from US$75019%, Best price yet!
  ~$1290 with accessories

  Built with extra oomph, this PC is capable of handling creative projects and even some gaming.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • 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	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	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	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 12.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$743.74

  • US$743.74 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:44:09, EDT
  • US$892.49 from HP (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 10:46:37, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  ME PC CM2000A Royale Gaming PC from US$1180;
  ~$1905 with accessories

  This AMD-based gaming rig delivers impressive performance and ease of maintenance for the price. It's a bit more of an investment, but one which will likely las... Read More about the CM2000A

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 45.45 x 46.88 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$1171.4 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-04-19 11:17:13, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 Memory Express site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Dell Alienware Aurora Desktop PC from US$112012% cheaper than usual
  ~$1830 with accessories

  Alienware holds an iconic status for gaming hardware, and this desktop computer of theirs delivers plenty of gaming performance in an easy-to-manage package.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • 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	3/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.20 x 36.05 x 47.25 cm

  Weight: 14.82 kg

  detailed info

  US$1115.62 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-04-23 06:32:18, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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. ×
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  Dell Inspiron Gaming PC from US$1160;
  ~$1880 with accessories

  A cost-effective gaming rig with decent upgrade options, it's well worth considering, especially with the right discount.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.87 cm

  Weight: 13.74 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1152.81

  • US$1152.81 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-04-21 06:47:51, EDT
  • US$1190 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-04-22 08:12:29, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Dell Dell Inspiron i5675 Gaming Desktop from US$820;
  ~$1390 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	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  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
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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$818.12

  • US$818.12 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-04-22 06:51:20, EDT
  • US$1043.42 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-04-23 09:19:35, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Dell Alienware Aurora R6 Gaming Desktop from US$1130;
  ~$1798 with accessories

  This gaming PC is capable of handling some of the most demanding games on the market and even VR. I think it should have a few more bells and whistles for this... Read More about the AWAUR6-7482SLV

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious 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	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  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	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Photoshop CC 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.20 x 47.25 x 36.05 cm

  Weight: 14.81 kg

  detailed info

  US$1121.48 from Walmart (New) as of 2019-04-23 07:58:30, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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 Walmart site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above meet Photoshop CC 2018's minimum requirements. It might run a little slow in some areas, and you might need to disable or lower some options for an enjoyable experience.

You can look for something with more oomph by picking another performance level below: