best laptop computer for photo editing
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for best laptop computer for photo editing.
Whether you're a professional photographer, an amateur shutterbug, or just want to edit your own photos, you'll need a computer that can handle the task. These laptops are portable yet powerful enough to make your work easier. Browse the top-ranked list of best laptop computers for photo editing below along with associated reviews and opinions.
MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Space Gray
Model: MGN63LL/ASKU: 5721600Top comment"Great overall computer from Apple. Will eventually be upgrading to the 14/16 inch MacBook Pro with added ram for photo editing needs but the new M1 chip has been a powerhouse for me so far....My wife loves it so far. The photo editing is amazing and the computer runs so smooth"
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Apple’s thinnest and lightest notebook gets supercharged with the Apple M1 chip. Tackle your projects with the blazing-fast 8-core CPU. Take graphics-intensive apps and games to the next level with the 7-core GPU. And accelerate machine learning tasks with the 16-core Neural Engine. All with a silent, fanless design and the longest battery life ever — up to 18 hours.¹ MacBook Air. Still perfectly portable. Just a lot more powerful.Top comment"Great overall computer from Apple. Will eventually be upgrading to the 14/16 inch MacBook Pro with added ram for photo editing needs but the new M1 chip has been a powerhouse for me so far....My wife loves it so far. The photo editing is amazing and the computer runs so smooth"
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Apple’s thinnest and lightest notebook gets supercharged with the Apple M1 chip. Tackle your projects with the blazing-fast 8-core CPU. Take graphics-intensive apps and games to the next level with the 7-core GPU. And accelerate machine learning tasks with the 16-core Neural Engine. All with a silent, fanless design and the longest battery life ever — up to 18 hours.¹ MacBook Air. Still perfectly portable. Just a lot more powerful.See all MacBooks
Dell - 14" Refurbished 1920 x 1080 FHD - Intel 8th Gen Core i7-8665U with 32GB RAM - Intel UHD Graphics 620 - 512GB SSD - Black
Model: 5400SKU: 6545471Top comment"Whether I'm multitasking with multiple applications open or editing high-resolution photos and videos, this laptop handles it all effortlessly. ...Great laptop for this price...He is very happy with laptop. Working fast"
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Make everyday computing tasks easier with this refurbished Dell Latitude 5400 laptop. A 512GB SSD provides ample storage and swift reboots, while the Intel UHD graphics offer smooth video playback. The 32GB of RAM and an Intel Core i7 processor enable this 14-inch Dell 5400 Latitude laptop to handle multiple applications simultaneously.Top comment"Whether I'm multitasking with multiple applications open or editing high-resolution photos and videos, this laptop handles it all effortlessly. ...Great laptop for this price...He is very happy with laptop. Working fast"
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Make everyday computing tasks easier with this refurbished Dell Latitude 5400 laptop. A 512GB SSD provides ample storage and swift reboots, while the Intel UHD graphics offer smooth video playback. The 32GB of RAM and an Intel Core i7 processor enable this 14-inch Dell 5400 Latitude laptop to handle multiple applications simultaneously.See all Gaming Laptops
Apple - MacBook Pro 14" Laptop - M3 Pro chip - 18GB Memory - 18-core GPU - 1TB SSD (Latest Model) - Space Black
Model: MRX43LL/ASKU: 6534624Top comment"This is an amazing laptop. The laptop features a beautiful clear picture. ...Amazing Laptop!...So far I'm very happy with my purchase. it runs really fast and the battery life is amazing! I use this laptop for a lot of basic use like Photo editing, and surfing the web and for learning programming. "
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3 Pro and M3 Max, radically advanced chips that drive even greater performance for more demanding workflows. With industry-leading battery life—up to 18 hours—and a beautiful Liquid Retina XDR display, it’s a pro laptop without equal. Now in a new color: Space Black.Top comment"This is an amazing laptop. The laptop features a beautiful clear picture. ...Amazing Laptop!...So far I'm very happy with my purchase. it runs really fast and the battery life is amazing! I use this laptop for a lot of basic use like Photo editing, and surfing the web and for learning programming. "
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3 Pro and M3 Max, radically advanced chips that drive even greater performance for more demanding workflows. With industry-leading battery life—up to 18 hours—and a beautiful Liquid Retina XDR display, it’s a pro laptop without equal. Now in a new color: Space Black.See all MacBooks
Apple - MacBook Pro 14" Laptop - M3 Pro chip - 18GB Memory - 14-core GPU - 512GB SSD (Latest Model) - Silver
Model: MRX63LL/ASKU: 6534616Top comment"The colors are vibrant, and the contrast ratio is excellent, making it ideal for photo and video editing. The ProMotion technology, with up to 120Hz refresh rate, ensures smooth scrolling and a more responsive feel in use. ...1st try: back in October I traded in my 13inch M1 macbook pro (with the dreaded touch bar)- and went for the M2 Air- 15” in midnight with 8core and 512 storage. once I opened the computer and took it out of the box, i deeply regretted going with the midnight. 2nd try was 14” m3 base model- and was for the same price essentially as the air with upvraded storave. mahbe $120 diff. and Lastly. i saw these M3 Pros went down to nearly what i paid for the other 2 - so; for the additional $200 i could justify opportunity for 2 external displays? "
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3 Pro and M3 Max, radically advanced chips that drive even greater performance for more demanding workflows. With industry-leading battery life—up to 18 hours—and a beautiful Liquid Retina XDR display, it’s a pro laptop without equal. Now in a new color: Space Black.Top comment"The colors are vibrant, and the contrast ratio is excellent, making it ideal for photo and video editing. The ProMotion technology, with up to 120Hz refresh rate, ensures smooth scrolling and a more responsive feel in use. ...1st try: back in October I traded in my 13inch M1 macbook pro (with the dreaded touch bar)- and went for the M2 Air- 15” in midnight with 8core and 512 storage. once I opened the computer and took it out of the box, i deeply regretted going with the midnight. 2nd try was 14” m3 base model- and was for the same price essentially as the air with upvraded storave. mahbe $120 diff. and Lastly. i saw these M3 Pros went down to nearly what i paid for the other 2 - so; for the additional $200 i could justify opportunity for 2 external displays? "
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro blasts forward with M3 Pro and M3 Max, radically advanced chips that drive even greater performance for more demanding workflows. With industry-leading battery life—up to 18 hours—and a beautiful Liquid Retina XDR display, it’s a pro laptop without equal. Now in a new color: Space Black.See all MacBooks
ASUS - ROG Zephyrus G14 14” 165Hz Gaming Laptop QHD-AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS with 16GB DDR5 Memory-NVIDIA RTX 4050 6G-512GB SSD - Moonlight White
Model: GA402NU-G14.R74050SKU: 6535497Top comment"Nice laptop, fast & light ! good price for a laptop with this configuration...Photo Editing Power House...The laptop screen is also good for photo editing. The speakers are surprisingly good on this laptop as well."
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Game like a pro on Windows 11 with this ROG Zephyrus G14. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 7-7735HS CPU and RTX 4050 GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Be confident in screen quality with an ROG Nebula 165Hz Display. Leap into the next generation of memory and storage with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and 512GB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.Top comment"Nice laptop, fast & light ! good price for a laptop with this configuration...Photo Editing Power House...The laptop screen is also good for photo editing. The speakers are surprisingly good on this laptop as well."
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Game like a pro on Windows 11 with this ROG Zephyrus G14. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 7-7735HS CPU and RTX 4050 GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Be confident in screen quality with an ROG Nebula 165Hz Display. Leap into the next generation of memory and storage with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and 512GB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.See all Gaming Laptops
Samsung - Galaxy Book3 Pro 14" 3K AMOLED Laptop - Intel 13th Gen Evo Core i7-1360P -16GB Memory -512 GB SSD - Graphite
Model: NP940XFG-KC2USSKU: 6531065Top comment"I'm not a huge content creator and use my laptop for mostly writing, media consumption, and some light photo editing. ...Very crisp display and Samsung ecosystem is very efficient when paired with this laptop"
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Want to accomplish more tomorrow than you did today? With so much speed and power, this light, agile laptop can keep up with anything especially your workload. Knock out a presentation for the big meeting, then pivot to a budget video call with minimal lag. Pack up our thinnest PC and head out to meet with a client. Turn it into an on the go powerhouse when you sync it up with your compatible Galaxy devices. And help keep your private info private with our most advanced security protection available. Galaxy Book3 Pro for those who are always moving forward.Top comment"I'm not a huge content creator and use my laptop for mostly writing, media consumption, and some light photo editing. ...Very crisp display and Samsung ecosystem is very efficient when paired with this laptop"
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Want to accomplish more tomorrow than you did today? With so much speed and power, this light, agile laptop can keep up with anything especially your workload. Knock out a presentation for the big meeting, then pivot to a budget video call with minimal lag. Pack up our thinnest PC and head out to meet with a client. Turn it into an on the go powerhouse when you sync it up with your compatible Galaxy devices. And help keep your private info private with our most advanced security protection available. Galaxy Book3 Pro for those who are always moving forward.See all Windows Laptops
Apple - Mac Studio - M2 Ultra - 1TB SSD - Silver
SKU: 5721903Top comment"The Mac Studio Ultra is a video editing powerhouse....Those who do a lot of "creative" work will see massive gains from the M2 Ultra for photo editing and movie editing where this machine truly excels. "
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Embraced by creative pros in studios everywhere, Mac Studio delivers exceptional power with the M2 Max chip or the boundary-breaking M2 Ultra chip. It packs phenomenal performance into an unbelievably compact form with extensive connectivity.Top comment"The Mac Studio Ultra is a video editing powerhouse....Those who do a lot of "creative" work will see massive gains from the M2 Ultra for photo editing and movie editing where this machine truly excels. "
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Embraced by creative pros in studios everywhere, Mac Studio delivers exceptional power with the M2 Max chip or the boundary-breaking M2 Ultra chip. It packs phenomenal performance into an unbelievably compact form with extensive connectivity.See all All Desktops
Dell - XPS 15 15.6" 3.5K OLED Touch-Screen Laptop - 13th Gen Intel Evo i9 - 32GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 - 1TB SSD - Platinum Silver
Model: XPS9530-9565SLV-PUSSKU: 6540609Top comment"Best laptop I've ever owned...The Dell XPS 15 is the best laptop I've ever owned. The best feature of this laptop that make it worth the premium is how thin it is. ...Best Experience at Best Buy Danvers!...Great computer and excellent service! Danvers Best Buys has the best people working there. "
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The XPS 15 laptop is the perfect balance of power and portability with an unrivaled immersive visual and sound experience. Whether you are streaming, editing photos or creating your next masterpiece, the XPS 15 has the power to move your ideas into reality.Top comment"Best laptop I've ever owned...The Dell XPS 15 is the best laptop I've ever owned. The best feature of this laptop that make it worth the premium is how thin it is. ...Best Experience at Best Buy Danvers!...Great computer and excellent service! Danvers Best Buys has the best people working there. "
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The XPS 15 laptop is the perfect balance of power and portability with an unrivaled immersive visual and sound experience. Whether you are streaming, editing photos or creating your next masterpiece, the XPS 15 has the power to move your ideas into reality.See all Windows Laptops
ASUS - ROG Flow Z13 13.4" Touchscreen Gaming Tablet WQXGA-Intel Core i9 with 16GB Memory-NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 V8G -1TB SSD - Black
Model: GZ301VV-Z13.I94060SKU: 6535504Top comment"The laptop is just awesome, very light but very powerful. ...I use a small LG wireless mouse and added a 512GB SD card for files photos and junk. The 1TB ssd is great for a few AAA games and you can be productive with college or other admin work. "
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Dive headfirst into the best tablet gaming experience on Windows 11. The ROG Flow Z13 packs a 14-core Intel Core i9-13900H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU into the most powerful gaming tablet. Enjoy a 165Hz fast refresh rate, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage all wrapped in a super light 2.6lbs chassis. The future is portable.Top comment"The laptop is just awesome, very light but very powerful. ...I use a small LG wireless mouse and added a 512GB SD card for files photos and junk. The 1TB ssd is great for a few AAA games and you can be productive with college or other admin work. "
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Dive headfirst into the best tablet gaming experience on Windows 11. The ROG Flow Z13 packs a 14-core Intel Core i9-13900H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU into the most powerful gaming tablet. Enjoy a 165Hz fast refresh rate, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage all wrapped in a super light 2.6lbs chassis. The future is portable.See all Gaming Laptops
Samsung - Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 2-in-1 16" 3K AMOLED Touch Screen Laptop -Intel 13th Gen Evo Core i7-1360P -16GB Memory -1TB SSD - Beige
Model: NP960QFG-KB1USSKU: 6531068Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my laptop for work and productivity tasks, but also for watching video, editing photos and video, and note taking via OneNote when I am taking continuing education for my profession. ...Great for content creation, recording, editing, and much more. The reason we're missing a star, is the battery life. "
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Fuel your ambitions with the versatile laptop that’s made to do it all. Whether you’re creating, editing or knocking out daily tasks, zip through every experience with incredible speed and power thanks to a superfast Intel processor. A thin and light design makes it a breeze to carry. Work where you want, how you want from the beach to the coffee shop to wherever your office is today. Plus, its 360 design gives you 360 degrees of flex sketch out an idea on the fly with S Pen, then flip to respond to emails or take on your streaming list. And when you pair it with your Galaxy, the possibilities are endless. Power meets flexibility that’s Galaxy Book3 Pro 360.Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my laptop for work and productivity tasks, but also for watching video, editing photos and video, and note taking via OneNote when I am taking continuing education for my profession. ...Great for content creation, recording, editing, and much more. The reason we're missing a star, is the battery life. "
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Fuel your ambitions with the versatile laptop that’s made to do it all. Whether you’re creating, editing or knocking out daily tasks, zip through every experience with incredible speed and power thanks to a superfast Intel processor. A thin and light design makes it a breeze to carry. Work where you want, how you want from the beach to the coffee shop to wherever your office is today. Plus, its 360 design gives you 360 degrees of flex sketch out an idea on the fly with S Pen, then flip to respond to emails or take on your streaming list. And when you pair it with your Galaxy, the possibilities are endless. Power meets flexibility that’s Galaxy Book3 Pro 360.See all Windows Laptops
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