The best laptops for Photoshop

Three of the best laptops for Photoshop on an orange background
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The best laptops for Photoshop need to be able to power through the more power-hungry GPU-accelerate features in Adobe's software while providing colour-accurate displays that allow you to see your photos, designs or digital art as they really look. However, different users will have varying priorities in terms of portability, screen size and budget.

As a regular Photoshop user myself, I've used the software on a wide range of laptops, and our team of reviewers has tested even more, from budget laptops to MacBooks and some of the most powerful Windows laptops. We've put them all through benchmark tests and hands-on real-world use with Photoshop itself. We've evaluated display size and quality, performance, build and battery life to identify the best Photoshop laptop for different needs. The result is the handpicked selection below.

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Apple MacBook Air 15 test results
AttributesNotesRating
Design and buildIt's a MacBook, so it looks great.★★★★★
PerformanceThe M3 chip provided great processing and graphic performance for Photoshop in our tests★★★★★
DisplayClear and bright, we're big fans★★★★
PricingThere cheaper laptops for Photoshop, but this is well priced for a MacBook★★★★
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Asus ProArt Studiobook OLED test results
AttributesNotesRating
Design and buildCompact, versatile 2-in-1 design with thoughtful features★★★★½
PerformanceExcellent performance for creative tasks, including AI capabilities★★★★★
DisplayHigh-quality OLED touchscreen with great color accuracy★★★★½
PricingPremium price, but justified by the specs and features★★★★
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Pro) test results
AttributesNotesRating
Design and buildPremium Apple quality.★★★★★
PerformanceLots of power for demanding workflows beyond Photoshop.★★★★★
DisplayThe biggest and best screen on a MacBook.★★★★★
PricingMore expensive than necessary for Photoshop.★★★