{"id":1579,"date":"2017-01-17T07:52:34","date_gmt":"2017-01-17T13:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/picknotebook.com\/blog\/?p=1579"},"modified":"2018-05-27T11:44:40","modified_gmt":"2018-05-27T17:44:40","slug":"best-vegas-pro-laptops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/picknotebook.com\/blog\/best-vegas-pro-laptops\/","title":{"rendered":"Best laptops for Sony Vegas and Vegas Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \"Vegas Whether you\u2019ve been video-editing for awhile or you\u2019re just starting out, you\u2019re here because you want to find the best laptop for Sony Vegas. One thing you need to know if you want a laptop for video editing is that you aren\u2019t going to find much at budget prices. If you are experienced at video editing, some of this information may be old news, but if you\u2019re a beginner, you might also find some useful information on video editing and how it works<\/strong>. Either way, I hope you find some good information on choosing the best Sony Vegas laptop.\n<\/p>\n

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Major Requirements<\/h2>\n

Processor<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n For any graphics project, whether live-streaming or movie-making, the processor is key to getting everything to work together smoothly. If you have a slow processor or one that can\u2019t handle the demands of multi-threading required in video editing, you\u2019re likely to be very disappointed in the outcome. For this reason, you want a CPU that performs quickly and has a multi-core to handle multi-threading easily.\n<\/p>\n

\n At the very least, you\u2019ll need a 2 GHz processor with multi-core for the extensive multi-threading you\u2019ll need to do. The ideal is 8 core in order to handle 4k<\/a>. If you\u2019re not familiar with 4k<\/a>, it is the latest display standard, having four times the pixels of 1080p. Right now it\u2019s still fairly new, but will likely soon be the standard, so it\u2019s good to be prepared for it.\n<\/p>\n

\n The laptops listed in the 2nd half of the article all have at least a quad core and 2 GHz CPU (and all but one are at least 3.5 GHz).<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n

Graphics Card<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n As video editing gets more advanced, the need for clear graphics becomes more important. As mentioned before, 4k is becoming the new standard to aim for and as such it requires a better standard of video support. While an integrated graphics card may be enough for the most basic video editing, having a dedicated graphics card will be a much better fit. The Vegas Pro producers recommend 512 MB of RAM as a minimum but at least 1 GB for 4K video. Now, that’s definitely not enough – I recommend at least 2GB for a budget machine and 4 GB for everything else.\n<\/p>\n

\n A dedicated card will speed up render time and allow for a better visual display<\/strong> while working. It does this through GPU acceleration. For a good explanation of GPU acceleration, check out this NVIDIA<\/a> page. (It also has an amusing video demonstration) What is recommended is the most current NVIDIA or AMD GPU.\n<\/p>\n

\n If you’re a student<\/a>, you don’t need to think much more about that – get a laptop with something like GTX 1060 and you’ll be set. For professionals, Nvidia GTX 1070 and GTX 1080 would be more optimal.\n<\/p>\n

Memory<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n Hand\u2014in-hand with the processor and the graphics card, the best laptop for Sony Vegas will have a good amount of RAM. You can\u2019t ever have too much RAM. If you\u2019re working in 4K processing, you\u2019ll want at least 16 GB RAM in order to hold all the work being done for immediate access. In any case, a minimum of 8 GB RAM is recommended<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n

Storage<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n Video editing requires extensive, reliable storage and ready access to storage. For that reason an SSD drive is essential for the resource requirements that video editing demands<\/strong>. It\u2019s possible to get by with less (one of the laptops listed doesn\u2019t have SSD), but for 4k, you really need to go for SSD. An alternative to SSD is a multi-drive RAID set-up, a little less usual for a laptop, but not impossible, but also not the best solution. It\u2019s definitely not recommended to combine the SSD and HDD in a RAID setup as that is only as fast as your fastest drive<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n

\n A couple of things to remember with video storage, you need to have enough storage to hold all your assets, and at the same time have ready access to those assets which is what makes the SSD a good solution. Barring an SSD, it\u2019s possible in some circumstances to add an additional drive which can speed things up. This video<\/a> from the youTube channel of a professional video editor gives a little bit more information on using SSDs for video editing.\n<\/p>\n

\n What\u2019s recommended is a minimum of 500 Mb HDD and that\u2019s just for program installation. For optimum performance, you\u2019ll want a 500 GB SSD and 1000 GB HDD<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n

Minor requirements<\/h3>\n

Display<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n While you do want a good display to be able to get an idea of the output of your editing work, it shouldn\u2019t be the first thing you look for when trying to find the best Sony Vegas laptop.\n<\/p>\n

\n A 4k monitor would be ideal, allowing you to see the work you are doing at its best, but it isn\u2019t a major requirement. You do want at least full HD, a decent size screen for seeing all the different aspects of video editing and reasonable brightness and contrast. IPS for wide angled viewing helps, while a matte finish which reduces glare would be a nice perk.\n<\/p>\n

Other requirements<\/span><\/h3>\n

\n Some other requirements to consider as you\u2019re setting up your Sony Vegas laptop are the available ports and what kinds of peripherals you will want to use<\/strong>. Some of these peripherals could be audio recording equipment, both video and still cameras, external cooling, external monitors and additional hard drives. Knowing what of this equipment you need to set up with your laptop will let you know the kinds of ports you\u2019ll need to have.\n<\/p>\n

\n A comfortable keyboard makes the life of any computer user better, but considering the shortcuts needed for video editing, it might seem more a requirement than you\u2019d think.
\n I\u2019ll touch upon some of these requirements as I discuss the laptops below.\n<\/p>\n

The Laptops<\/h2>\n

Lenovo ThinkPad E560<\/a><\/h4>
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Price<\/div>
$750<\/div><\/div>\n
\n i7-6500U<\/span>\n | R7 M370 2GB<\/span>\n | 8GB RAM<\/span>\n | 500 GB HDD<\/span>\n | 1920×1080<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n I wouldn\u2019t recommend this laptop for someone who has been doing video editing for awhile, but if you\u2019re just getting started and you\u2019re needing to stick to a budget, this laptop could be a reasonable solution. It has a comfortable keyboard, and the AMD GPU, while lower end, is still acceptable. Storage could be better, but you could always swap to SSD at some point. Memory, too, can be added if needed.\n <\/p>\n

\n (As an aside, crucial<\/a> has a great tool to determine if your laptop is upgradeable. )\n <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Dell Inspiron i7559-3763BLK<\/a><\/h4>
2<\/div>\"\"
View on Amazon<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Price<\/div>
$900<\/div><\/div>\n
\n i7-6700HQ <\/span>\n | 960M<\/span>\n | 16GB RAM<\/span>\n | 1000 GB HDD (hybrid)<\/span>\n | 1920×1080<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n Not quite budget end, but still reasonable in price, the Dell Inspiron has an Intel 6th generation quad-core CPU, which, while not the top, is pretty close. The amount of RAM at 16 GB is exactly what you want and the NVIDIA GeForce dedicated graphics card performs nicely. Where it falls down is in storage. The 1000 GB HDD should be sufficient to hold your files and the program, but the 8 GB SSD could definitely be better. On the plus side, the SSD is upgradeable. The display could also be better as it is low contrast and isn\u2019t recommended for retouching or color grading.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Asus ROG GL552VW-DH74<\/a><\/h4>
3<\/div>\"\"
View on Amazon<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Price<\/div>
$1,100<\/div><\/div>\n
\n i7-6700HQ<\/span>\n | 960M 4GB<\/span>\n | 16GB RAM<\/span>\n | 120 GB SSD (PCIe) + 1000 GB HDD<\/span>\n | 1920×1080<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n The Asus is step-up from the previously listed laptops as it has a bit more storage with SSD access through PCIe. It still holds only enough space for the program and assets but is also fully upgradeable. The manufacturer has included a slide off panel which will allow for easy replacement of hard drive, memory and SSD. On the plus side, it allows wide angle viewing with IPS and has good contrast. The matte finish makes it easier on the eyes generally. You might want to consider an external air conditioning unit with this one, though, as it heats up quite a bit during the rendering process.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>

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ASUS ROG GL502VS<\/a><\/h4>
4<\/div>\"\"
View on Amazon<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Price<\/div>
$1,700<\/div><\/div>\n
\n i7-6700HQ<\/span>\n | 1070 8GB<\/span>\n | 16GB RAM<\/span>\n | 250 GB SSD + 1000 GB HDD<\/span>\n | 1920×1080<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n This laptop takes your video editing experience to the next level and it\u2019s price reflects that. The processor is the same as the previous two laptops, but it\u2019s NVIDIA GeForce GTX dedicated graphics card brings the performance up a notch with G-Sync display technology and 8 GB of VRAM. G-Sync is a technology which synchronises display and GPU refresh rates. The cons for this laptop are the poor audio speakers and the increased heat during maximum usage. Having additional cooling should solve the heat problem. You also have the option of adding your own speakers.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>

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ASUS ROG G752VS-XB78K OC Edition<\/a><\/h4>
5<\/div>\"\"
View on Amazon<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Price<\/div>
$3,000<\/div><\/div>\n
\n i7-6820HK<\/span>\n | 1070 8GB<\/span>\n | 64GB RAM<\/span>\n | 500 GB SSD (PCIe) + 1000 GB HDD<\/span>\n | 1920×1080<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n This last ASUS is top of the line and its price reflects that. But if you\u2019re aiming for a prime machine and have the funds, this laptop could definitely meet your needs. Its unlocked CPU allows for overclocking as does the RAM. This article<\/a> at Velocity micro explains a bit more about overclocking. With 64GB of overclocked RAM, you should have no problem running Sony Vegas while running other programs as well, which could allow for easy asset swapping if needed. The PCIe NVMe 512 GB SSD moves really fast also, so file access shouldn\u2019t ever be a problem. And, while the display is awesome, there are also plenty of ports for adding your own displays, including HDMI 2.0, Display Port, mini Display Port and USB 3.1C with Thunderbolt III drivers. There is one drawback, though. At 9.5 pounds this is a heavy machine for a laptop.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Table of Best Laptops for Sony Vegas<\/h2>\n
Laptop<\/td>Price (approx)<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Lenovo ThinkPad E560<\/a><\/td>$750<\/td><\/tr>
Dell Inspiron i7559-3763BLK<\/a><\/td>$900<\/td><\/tr>
Asus ROG GL552VW-DH74<\/a><\/td>$1,100<\/td><\/tr>
ASUS ROG GL502VS<\/a><\/td>$1,700<\/td><\/tr>
ASUS ROG G752VS-XB78K OC Edition<\/a><\/td>$3,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n

\n So, there you have it, the choice for the best Sony Vegas laptop is now up to you. And if you are just starting out, there are plenty of youTube videos and tutorials out there you should be soon up to speed. A good start is this article<\/a> on Lifewire.<\/p>\n

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