5 Video Editing Computer Specs to Know
When Choosing a Computer for Video Editing
RAM / Memory
Random Access Memory, or RAM, helps your computer run smoother while video editing. It stores info temporarily so your computer can have quick access to it, speeding up your workflow.
What to look for? There are several types of RAM you'll come across. Whatever computer you're looking at just choose 8GB or 16GB of the kind they offer and it should work smoothly. Learn More: RAM Explained & Tested » |
✔ GoodAmount: 8GB at minimum |
✔✔ BetterAmount: 16GB for HD video
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Is 8GB RAM enough?
Hard Drive & Storage
There are 3 basic types of hard drives:
What to look for? Look for a Solid State Drive with as much storage space as you can afford. 4K & HD files are very large, so you'll need the space. Learn More: SSD vs HDD Test » |
✔ GoodType: Hard Disk Drive
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✔✔ BetterType: Solid State Drive
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SSD vs HDD
CPU - Processor
CPU or Central Processing Unit, commonly referred to as the "brains" of your computer, ie. it helps your programs run. Think of it like a Swiss Army Knife, it can perform a variety of different tasks really well.
What to look for? It's kind of hard to follow what all the numbers mean. Look for Dual to Quad core (or 2-4 cores) which should be sufficient for video editing. Learn More: What does multicore mean? » |
✔ GoodType: i7, 3.0 GHz
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✔✔ BetterType: i7 (to i9), 3.5+ GHz
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What is "dual-core" & "multi-core"?
GPU - Graphics Card
A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) also known as a "Graphics Card", helps your computer render images, videos, graphics, etc. The GPU has hundreds of smaller cores (compared to a CPU) that help to free the CPU up to perform other common tasks.
What to look for? The simplest choice is to just select a GPU that the computer you're buying offers with it. A card from NVIDIA or AMD, the two major manufacturers, with 4GB of RAM should be sufficient. If you want to add one check your computer's specs for compatibility. Learn More: CPU vs GPU what's the difference? » |
✔ GoodRAM: 2GB to 4GB of GPU VRAM |
✔✔ BetterRAM: 4GB to 8GB of GPU VRAM |
CPU vs GPU what's the difference?
Screen Size & Resolution
4K resolution is 3840 x 2160. If you're editing 4K videos having a monitor that is make to display that resolution will help you take full advantage of every pixel.
What to look for? Whether you have a laptop or a desktop monitor, it usually pays to get as much resolution as is offered and make sure you have cables that can transmit that resolution. Learn More: 4K Ultra HD Explained » |
✔ GoodLaptop Screen:
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✔✔ BetterLaptop Screen:
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