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  • What kind of computer do I need for AE CS5.5?

    Posted by Shlomi Ben hail on October 21, 2011 at 9:34 am

    Hello everyone,
    I want to build a strong computer that will be able to work fluently with full-HD layers, and also will be good for work at Premiere pro and Avid 5.5.

    My budget is around 1800-2000$ while I don’t need any other hardware.
    I’ll be very happy for any kind of advise.

    Thank you very much!

    Jean Mathis replied 14 years, 6 months ago 4 Members · 3 Replies
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  • Michael Szalapski

    October 21, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Get as powerful a processor as you can.
    Get lots and lots of RAM.
    For Premiere, make sure you get a video card that’s approved for use with the Mercury Playback Engine.
    Make sure to have a good amount of hard drive space.

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  • Todd Kopriva

    October 23, 2011 at 4:12 am

    Michael hit the high points. I’ll add another suggestion, though: multiple fast hard disks—not just one.

    You’ll find some more useful information here:

    “FAQ: What computer and components should I buy…?”

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  • Jean Mathis

    October 26, 2011 at 4:31 am

    The budget is relatively small but for this price but the macbook pro 15′” i7 is a very performant machine.
    Give it at least 8 or 16 GO RAM, add a 7200 rpm drive and you will be good. Add an external screen and you will have a powerful HD editing suite.

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