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laptop that is compatible with Adobe creative suite 5.5 web

Jul 31, 2011 8:44AM PDT

I am looking for a compatible laptop computer, to use with Adobe Creative suite 5.5 web premium. Which recommends a display resolution of 1280x1024 having trouble locating a suitable device. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Tech req
Aug 1, 2011 7:30AM PDT

Hi,

First read recommended system requirement from adobe website (product you are looking for), then compare it with today's available pro laptops if its above that then its fine.

I think macbook pro (mac) and hp elite notebook (windows) are specially designed for these. I haven't seen any other yet, but I know there are many for windows. Hp and adobe are partners and work together so you can get gaurantee from them that adobe cs will work on there system(specially production premium with HP workstation Zseries).

Although, I noticed that you are just looking for web premium (no video editing stuff) so you don't actually need those high config systems , your work could be done in any core 2 duo+, 4GB Ram+ system which could be found on most of laptops from various vendors. But screen will be problem when you are on designing part (photoshop, illustrator) , so it might be good you get external monitor anything above 23 inch, my choice would be Apple Thunderbolt Display with macbook pro or 25inc HP Monitor with hp elite notebook.

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Well, for starters
Jul 31, 2011 9:26AM PDT

Well, for starters I'd recommend AGAINST a laptop. Laptops are VERY ill suited for these kinds of tasks. The main issue is that the heat generated from some of the more complex tasks is a much bigger issue in the smaller confines of a laptop compared to a desktop. You are much more likely to shorten the lifespan of the computer with a program suite like that, if that computer is a laptop.

Second, to get that resolution or better on a laptop, you're looking at 17" models minimum, with at least 1080p or full HD displays. You may be able to find a few higher end 15" models that will have 1080p or better resolutions, but they'd probably be far and few between.

Third, that is a rather odd resolution as it's a 4:3 aspect ratio, not 16:9 like most every monitor is these days. You'd think Adobe would have updated their specs to reflect the shift to widescreen displays pretty much industry wide... Like years ago.

Fourth, just get a desktop and some nice 1080p or better resolution monitor to go with it. Laptops are just not suited to this kind of thing.

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Thanks for the info
Jul 31, 2011 10:08AM PDT

Thanks for your insights in to this issue, although you FAILED to answer my question.

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Don't expect others
Jul 31, 2011 10:43AM PDT

Don't expect others to do your homework. I pointed you in the right general direction, I even tossed in a freebie about laptops being very poorly suited to
the tasks performed by the programs you say you are looking to use, which is really quite generous considering the ease at which you could have found this info for yourself. Just start looking at the websites for the major laptop makers, compare their models, and it should have taken no more than 5-10 minutes to quickly figure out that the 17" models are the only ones that seem to be offering a resolution equal to, or greater than, the one you stated. You are the one who FAILED to do this very basic legwork, instead opting to come here looking for a handout.

Basic research is rarely fun, but it's necessary. So you either suck it up and do it yourself OR be prepared to PAY for the privilege of having someone do it for you. It's a FREE service provided by people who VOLUNTEER their time. You want to pony up some cash, we'll talk terms about handing you a nice tidy answer all wrapped up in a bow and served on a silver platter. Until then you get what you get, take it or leave it. Consider yourself lucky you got anything at all.

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I didn't see that your question wasn't answered BUT ...
Aug 1, 2011 7:14AM PDT

Aside from the heat and processing issues inherent to a laptop, pretty much any will handle Adobe CS5 and that display resolution of 1280x1024 by adding an external monitor that supports that resolution to the mix.

If you are demanding a response based on model then the Dell


Inspiron 17R Laptop will handle it although its resolution is only 1600 by 900

Then too, this one does have a 1280 X 1024 resolution but without more info about your financial situation and your lap, I can't even guarantee it is what you want:
http://www.acmeportable.com/productline/seahawk

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:( Thanks for trying
Oct 21, 2011 6:44AM PDT

smmalin needs laptop info not desktop info and a lecture. Sorry both of ur time was wasted. Mine was too. Awesome advice on the desktop tho.

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So you want?
Oct 21, 2011 6:51AM PDT

So you want to know which Van to drive in the Indy 500 and you don't want to hear that this is a bad idea?

These are tools. Choosing the right tool for the job is not that easy.

In closing, you could supply some SOLUTIONS rather than tell us that you must have drive a Van in the races.
Bob

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I hear you
Apr 30, 2012 2:25AM PDT

I hear what you are saying about the laptop not being suitable for Creative Suite and really appreciate you insight. My problem is this. I'm a teacher and will be using Creative Suite for educational purposes. Through a grant, I will be able to get the software and an HP elite laptop with a 17in screen to run it on. This is a must since the laptop and program will be shared within my science department. Do you have any ideas on cooling methods that would make using the laptop safer and more suitable. Would a cooling mat eliminate the problems you mentioned?

I would appreciate you honesty. The laptop will cost in excess of $3,000. If it won't work or if the life of the laptop would be considerably shorter, I would prefer to know and try to work out some other solution for mobility.

Thanks

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Your requirements seem to differ from above.
Apr 30, 2012 4:39AM PDT

The life of a 17 inch laptop is about 2 years when it's mobile and of the usual dv7 line. If that's OK then go right ahead.
Bob

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Different person, different requirements
Apr 30, 2012 10:25PM PDT

The requirements are not the same as above because I'm not that person. I was doing research on using laptops to run creative suite and came across this discussion. You're answer to the request made earlier by another person were very helpful. I've read many advertisements about the HP elite workstation and it's ability to run creative suite. I'm always skeptical of ads. So, I sought out advice from others who don't have a stake in HP and who are more knowledgeable about computers than I am.

Thanks for you advice. Two years is definitely not enough. I am a high school science teacher. It's taken me years and separate funding to be able to get the creative suite and computer. Replacing the computer after two years would certainly take an act of God. Happy I will "do my homework" and seek out a desktop and look into other ways of increasing the mobility.

Thanks again.