I chose to go with the PC because PCs are more upgradable and affordable. Besides all the graphic design suites and programs work on the PC. Macs are way too expensive. Please don't tell me to get a Mac. I want a desktop and not a laptop. Thx. :)
Eight answers:
2009-02-04 14:12:00 UTC
A computer with a decent, bright monitor, lots of RAM for keeping your art/graphics program stable. Not much else is needed.
2009-02-04 14:17:57 UTC
For starters you would want a quad core proccessor rather than a dual core, something like a core i7 or a q9550 this is because most graphics design programs have support for four proccessors. You would also want a fair amount of ram, 3 or 6gb for the i7 or 4gb for the q9550. I am not too sure about what graphics cards are good for graphics design but if you go into a computer shop that builds custom pcs (not a big name retail shop that only sells already compiled computers because you want it custom built for you.) Ask at the computer shop and they will tell you what graphics card would be good for you. Probably also get a hard drive that is at least 500gb. I wouldn't pay much more than $2000 for this setup otherwise it is too expensive.
I would highly recommend for a top of the market design graphics computer:
Core i7 920 processor
asus p6t motherboard
6 Gigabytes of RAM
1 Terabyte hard drive
Graphics card recommended by the shop that you purchase from
Monitor, keyboard and mouse of your choice
and dvd drive.
trancehaven
2009-02-04 14:14:32 UTC
Since you are going the affordable/upgradeable route, but not a gaming PC, you might want to check out some of the Dells. While they are not the greatest machines, they have some of the best customer service and warranty support, provided that you keep up with the extended warranty (up to 5 years). I'd suggest getting at least a 2.0 GHz dual-core processor with a 256 MB video card, 2 GB of RAM (minimum of 667 MHz), and a decent monitor. For what I just listed, you can get a system like that for around $600.
Also, check out dealnews.com. They have different postings of insane deals from all over the net, including PCs (new/refurbs) and upgrades.
Kenster102.5
2009-02-04 14:15:03 UTC
I would say get a Dell or HP, with 3 GB of RAM @ 667Mhz, unless you want to pay more for Vista 64-Bit in order to get 4 GB of RAM, also look for one with a Nvidia Geforce 9500 or Nvidia Geforce 9600 GT, they are good for graphics design, but not that well for gaming but are good. Around $700 to $1000. I would go for this Pavilion Elite m9500 and it only costs as base price 699.99 but has a lot of options such as Quad Core Processors, and 800 MHz RAM, and a 9600 GT. http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store&category=desktops&a1=Category&v1=Performance+and+entertainment&series_name=m9500t_series
Have a nice day
Ken
2009-02-04 14:29:41 UTC
I would get computer. This way you can personalize every part of it and get it according to what you want. I recommend portatech.com because they are the cheapest and are very fast, plus they have good customer service. I would go with a core 2 quad or a core i7 for the CPU and an ASUS motherboard. Get lots of RAM (6-8GB) and a good harddrive. get windows xp NOT VISTA!!! If you want to buy one, get an HP or an ASUS. they are best, just no matter what, do not buy a Dell. they are horrible computers for anything more than email and minesweeper. hope this helps.
Dustin Jr
2009-02-04 14:14:28 UTC
I barely understand your question. Ignoring the details I guess your question is the title.
The answer is any computer with at least 512 MB of RAM and optionally a graphics card. Almost any modern computer would be great. I have an old Dell XP and after upgrading the RAM I can run Adobe Illustrator and it works great.
?
2016-10-01 03:31:24 UTC
extremely frankly each and all of the utility you suggested is like minded with the two. for college it is critical on the grounds for you to use despite utility they say you're able to (nicely no longer constantly even nevertheless it makes it plenty much less complicated). So no linux for you. yet abode windows or osx would not actually matter extensive form. Macs are standard with image designers. And Apple sells some sturdy pre-configured image layout machines. So in actuality Macs are probably much less complicated in case you haven't any longer any theory approximately computers (yet know approximately image layout). On a in basic terms bang for dollar equation, computers pop out greater low priced. Why? nicely you pay for the truly hardware and not for the gleaming form.
2009-02-04 14:30:14 UTC
You will need a good quality monitor with an equally good dedicated video card, and of course a decent processor.