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piecethepuzzle
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October 3, 2018
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Laptop Recommendations – Illustrator and Photoshop

  • October 3, 2018
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Hello,

I am looking to purchase a laptop that I can use to run Illustrator and Photoshop. I design wedding invitations and primarily use vector files. I don’t use RAW images.

I would greatly appreciate specific laptop recommendations as I’m quite lost on what to look at. Obviously I’ve read a lot about the Surface Book 2 but it’s quite pricey. If need be, I’ll go with that one, but I was hoping for something a little more cost effective.

Please note, I primarily use a PC, but I've been out and about a lot as of late and would like something to use in such occasions so I can still get work done.

Thank you!

- Stephanie

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Correct answer sishamIAGD

To help you with the system requirements for both::

Illustrator: Adobe Illustrator system requirements

Photoshop: Photoshop system requirements

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tonyk16244512
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February 20, 2019

For editing and running photoshop, MacBook are the best one. I have used Photoshop on my MacBook Air and it is running smoothly. Other than MacBook you can check the laptops suggested by thecrazybuyers.

filips58095774
filips58095774
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October 13, 2018

I have used surface book 2 specifically for Photoshop the last months and its worked better and better over time. I have some issue with the surface making alot of noise and Slows down on higher performance but it seems to improve.

Drawing on the surface there is No comparing product. I used iPad Pro before and loves it, but i was very limited to the apps provided. I cant recommend a better product than surface book 2 if you are into drawing aswell as other usage like after effects/illustrator.

    sishamIAGD
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    sishamIAGDCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    October 4, 2018

    To help you with the system requirements for both::

    Illustrator: Adobe Illustrator system requirements

    Photoshop: Photoshop system requirements

    lambiloon
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    lambiloonCommunity Expert
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    October 4, 2018

    Hi go for atleast i7 processor 8mb cache with 16gb ram and graphic card....Thanks

    Ali Sajjad / Graphic Design Trainer / Freelancer / Adobe Certified Professional
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    jdanek
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    October 3, 2018

    Look at software requirements.  That will give you an idea about RAM and Disk space.  PCs are more affordable than Macs.  HP has a variety of laptops, start there.

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