We tested the best laptops for video editing in 2026, comparing performance, CPUs, GPUs, display quality, RAM, storage, portability, and value for editors.

Editing video pushes laptops to their limits. Happily, in 2025 powerful CPUs and RTX-50 series GPUs mean the best high-end machines now rival desktops, delivering professional performance anywhere.

AI video editing tools in 2026 automate cuts, subtitles, and scene generation — here's how creators and businesses benefit.

Really, it’s… all of them. Image: Apple/D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Whether you run a video production studio or you’re starting a hobby YouTube channel, you’ll want to make sure you have the best ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're into video editing, you likely know how demanding it can be. From cutting clips to adding effects, everything takes time and power.

While I already own and use a 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 Max as my main video editing machine, I often find it too bulky when I don’t need that extra horsepower. So after some back and forth, I ...

Released in March 2025, the M4 MacBook Air can be the perfect machine for someone looking to take over Hollywood through video editing. It was a big deal when Apple first announced the M4 Air, as many ...

Thinking about buying a video editing machine? This video compares what $2,700 buys for a 2017 MacBook Pro (upgraded) versus a custom-built PC. Components shown for the PC include an AMD Ryzen 5 1600X ...

Graphic design and video editing put very different demands on a laptop. Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom benefit ...

Do you think, "If I'm starting a video editing side hustle, I'll be safe if I just buy a MacBook Air"?I used to believe that ...