This is your computer's brain. For 2D work like Adobe Photoshop , prioritize single-core performance . Recommendation: Look for Apple M4 Pro/Max Go to product viewer dialog for this item. chips, Intel Core Ultra 9 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. AMD Ryzen 9 HX Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Memory (RAM): 16GB is now considered the bare minimum.

Laptops have become so powerful that many designers have ditched their desktops entirely. Surface Pro (11th generation)

32GB is the "sweet spot" for most professionals, allowing you to run multiple heavy applications (like Illustrator and After Effects) simultaneously without lag.