Best Graphic Design Laptop For 2022? (And On A Budget?)

Do graphic designers need the latest computer from Apple? Do you need to ask for a loan to buy a Mac Pro? Or can you just do graphic design tasks at a professional level with a 300 dollar old Mac? In this video we look at two options to get a great laptop for 2021 on a budget.
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[Maceykatie]

Thank you so much for this video. It’s rare to find someone who considers that a lot of people are on a budget and don’t have the option to buy the newest, most powerful laptop. I’ve heard a lot of good things about the m1 and m2 airs but most people seem to just recommend them for casual use

[themilesinkorea]

It seems very rare to see a video like this! I’m concerned about the influence of affiliate links on channels presenting neutral opinions, but you present a wonderful background and reason for appreciating the use of older hardware, rather than more frequent updating.

[krimmAnims]

Loved the video!
As a graphic design student, I'll definitely stick around your channel!

[designthescenes]

Also I forgot to mention: with the 300$ cheaper price, you can upgrade SSD or memory. I also got this one because I dislike the touchbar and I prefer physical keys.

[illonevanrooyen]

short simple and sweet. thanks so much this helped a lot!

[akhil_tj]

As a visual designer in training I'll be only handling Ps, Ai, Id, Figma & rarely Ae. My question is will the 8GB RAM & 16GB RAM make a lot of difference?

PS: I am on a tight budget and I am opting for a 512GB SSD. Also I don't expect to use it for a decade, probably for the next 3-5 years.

[syxc]

What do you recommend for a 12yo who wants to learn graphic design? Low budget

[karinarodriguez]

I have the 2012 just like you. I want to start some amateur graphic design. What apps do you recommend ?

[shreyahehe]

hey there! I have a question. I use Ps, Ai, Figma, and rarely Ae. I'm a design student and have decided to make the switch to mac. I'm in a tight budget, so I've decided M1 MBA. If I want the system to last me at least 8 years, do I absolutely have to have an upgrade? If yes, which one is more important?

[badaruddinluthfi]

Is RAM important, For professional graphic designers? and storage I use external storage, ok or not? or is there another solution?

[hannankhashir]

Can you tell its performance on premiere as its not fully optimised ? Its beta version . Moreover are adobe softwares paid in it ? Plz reply .

[mokshajkapadia]

Hi, I have a 7th generation ipad along with the apple pencil 1 and i am looking for a budget laptop to add to my set up. Would you recommend that i go for a mac or a pc?

[estherayewoh]

Found this so helpful. You just got yourself a new subscriber. Thanks xxx

[NewTrollingGen]

Do you recommend the surface pro 8? Ive been struggling choosing between this and the MacBook Pro. Not sure if the pen is a handy feature for graphic design?

[JamalCreativity]

I bought hp 360 x g2 screen touch 8gb ram and 512 ssd how it can work designer or would recommend tht?

[stilltherealdani]

I’m on a budget, but I really need an upgrade, I saw a 14 inch 16gb ram mid 2015, is it a good buy in 2021?

[legendjxli]

The problem is the Air only supports 1 external SSD. My Uni said a MacBook with M1 is good. They say it would be nice to get 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD. Can someone share their experience with the M1 Pro or M1 Max. Which Prozessor do i get? How much RAM do i get and also how much SSD? I will be editing 4k Videos next to graphics design as i got a new sidehustle. Ah and not to forget what size do i take? 14“ or 16“. I was in Store and the 14“ is so portable and nice, but the 16“ has such a nice touchpad (i usally only work with touchpad if i work on the Laptop, i will also get a magic trackpad for my home setup) and the bigger form factor just makes the fans turn on less often and even if they turn on they are nearly quiete, as i heard that the 14“ it is impossible to use the M1 Max as it thermal throttles so hard… and also with the M1 Pro the Fans turn on quite often… I hate Fan noise…
Smbdy out there that could help me out?

[kyletomasi]

I am currently opening up my own store and need a computer to do engraving. Would the MacBook Air be good for running coreldraw?

[iAmTribute]

Will it handle the software blender at its best ability? As well as Adobe photoshop?

[isaacc]

what would u say is good for a mix of graphic design(clothing primarily), music production and students? my budget is around £700(950 USD)