Choosing a Computer for Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop runs on Windows and macOS. Adobe publishes minimum and recommended system specifications for desktop Photoshop, and these list the processor, RAM, graphics processor (GPU), and storage that the application needs. Adobe updates these requirements over time, so check the current requirements on the Adobe website before you buy.
Photoshop depends most on RAM and fast storage when it edits large files, many layers, or high-resolution images. Multi-core processors with high clock speeds help with filters, exports, and batch processing. A dedicated GPU improves some tools, such as selection and canvas navigation, when Photoshop uses the graphics processor. Adobe lists the required GPU features and driver versions for each release.
Key Specifications for Photoshop Workloads
| Component | What Photoshop uses it for |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Filters, exports, batch tasks, and general editing |
| Memory (RAM) | Large documents, many layers, and history states |
| Storage (SSD) | Scratch files, application files, and project files |
| Graphics (GPU) | Selected tools and canvas performance |
Photoshop projects grow quickly. A 32 GB memory configuration and a 1 TB SSD leave more room for large files than a 8 GB memory configuration and a 256 GB SSD. Processors with more cores complete multi-step tasks in less time, and higher cache sizes keep frequently used data close to the processor.
Thinvent Systems for Photoshop Work
Thinvent has desktop-class systems that fit Photoshop workloads. The Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Core 5 120U (10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 MB cache) and 16 GB DDR4 RAM with a 512 GB SSD suits everyday photo editing and layered documents. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 5 7430U (6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 16 MB cache) and 16 GB DDR4 RAM with a 512 GB SSD suits similar workloads with a different processor platform.
For larger projects, the Thinvent Industrial PC IPC5 with Intel Core i7-1255U (10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache), Dual LAN, 32 GB DDR4 RAM, and a 1 TB SSD has the most memory and storage in this range. The Thinvent Industrial PC IPC5 with Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 12 MB cache) and 32 GB DDR4 RAM with a 1 TB SSD is another option for multi-core workloads.
The Thinvent range does not include a dedicated graphics card in the listed configurations. Check the GPU requirements in Adobe's current Photoshop specifications before you select a system.
Thinvent Products for Adobe Photoshop
-
Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core 5 120U, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Dual Band WiFi, Windows 11 Pro
-
Thinvent Treo Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Dual Band WiFi, Windows 11 Pro
-
Thinvent Industrial PC IPC5, Intel Core i5-1240P, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, Dual Band WiFi, Windows 11 Pro
-
Thinvent Industrial PC IPC5, Intel Core i7-1255U, Dual LAN, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, Ubuntu Linux
