The best video editing computer: desktop PCs for video editors

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Although expensive, the best video editing computers pack high-end processors that will run video editing software like DaVinci Resolve Studio and After Effects without breaking a sweat. Granted, they lose out on the portability of the best laptops for video editing, but there are other benefits like the option to upgrade, making for a more future-proofed machine that’ll see you editing footage for years to come.

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Matt Hanson

Having written for a number of publications such as PC Plus, PC Format, T3 and Linux Format, there's no aspect of technology that Matt isn't passionate about, especially computing and PC gaming. Ever since he got an Amiga A500+ for Christmas in 1991, he's loved using (and playing on) computers, and will talk endlessly about how The Secret of Monkey Island is the best game ever made.

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PriceHigh but justified by the specs★★★★★
DesignSleek and compact★★★★
PerformanceFast and smooth★★★★★
ConnectivityDecent array of ports★★★★
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Rachel Penn

If you’re a creative professional and spend 90% of your day working on intensive projects, then the Mac Studio is the perfect investment for you. It isn’t something you’re going to need to change next year when a better model comes out, in fact, it’s probably not something you’ll need to change for a good few years.  

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PricePremium pricing for extreme performance★★★
DesignRobust, innovative cooling★★★★
PerformanceSuperb processing power★★★★★
ConnectivityVersatile port selection★★★★
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Ian Evenden

HP’s Omen range is aimed at gamers, but a specced-out gaming PC also has everything you’ll need for serious creative work, so it’s worth looking at if you’re in the market for a Windows PC that can take on a heavy processing load.

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PriceCompetitive for the specs★★★★★
DesignUnbelievably compact★★★★★
PerformanceSolid for light to moderate tasks★★★★
ConnectivityHighly flexible★★★★
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Erlingur Einarsson

Despite its slight graphical compromise, it handles photo-editing with ease, connectivity is ample and comfortable, it's exceedingly easy to set up, and with the Mind Dock attached, it's truly a complete workstation that takes up an astonishingly small amount of desk space. 

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PriceExcellent value★★★★★
DesignRemarkably compact★★★★★
PerformanceExcellent for 4K editing★★★★
ConnectivityComprehensive★★★★
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PriceGood value for a Mac★★★★★
DesignSleek and colour-co-ordinated★★★★★
PerformanceCopes well with editing software★★★★
ConnectivityBase model is limited★★★
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Daniel John

In 2025, this feels like a niche product. If you care about aesthetics, need a healthy dose of processing power, have budget to play with and are happy to stay in one place, the iMac is absolutely perfect for you. But in today's world, chances are you're going to want a laptop too, or at least an iPad. If the iMac is a second device, that hole in your wallet is starting to look pretty gaping.

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Matt Hanson

Matt has been a technology journalist for over 15 years, writing for publications such as T3, MacFormat and Creative Bloq. He's a managing editor of TechRadar, Creative Bloq's sister site, where he can be found writing about and reviewing laptops, computers, monitors and more. He often writes for Creative Bloq, helping creatives find their perfect laptop or PC.

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