When it comes to Digital Audio Workstations, Pro Tools is one of the industry standards. We’ll look at the best laptops for Pro Tools in this post. When it comes to mixing, mastering, and recording tracks, most of the top audio studios use Avid Pro Equipment.
The following criteria were used to make suggestions for the best Pro Tools laptops: First and foremost, we’ve taken into account the developers’ minimum requirements – Avid. The CPU is an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor with excellent single-core performance. This allows you to quickly load plugins, use several synthesises, and apply processing effects without restriction. Furthermore, you can get at least 16GB of RAM.
RAM aids in the loading of large samples and the smooth operation of the workflow. A laptop with a large monitor is also recommended. In Pro Tools, you’ll typically have multiple window panels open. Broad storage space can go a long way toward storing your demos, mixed and mastered designs, and samples.
There is no distinct difference between an SSD and a hard drive when it comes to music processing. The SSD would significantly speed up the booting of windows and the opening of ventures. It is, however, unsuccessful during the actual production of beats, mixing, and mastering.
If you create Hip Hop, EDM, Pop, Rock, Jazz, or any other music genre, the Avid Pro Tools laptop recommendations can help you realise your vision in your studio/space.
ASUS VivoBook
Specification:
CPU | Intel Core i7-7700HQ 2.8 GHz 8032 |
GPU | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 4GB |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
RAM | 16GB DDR4 |
Storage Space | 256GB SSD+1TB HDD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | USB 3.1 Type-C (Gen1), USB 3.1 Type-A, USB 2.0, & HDMI |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 15 x 10.1 x 0.8 inches |
Weight | 5.1 pounds |
- Price
- Performance
- None
- Powerful 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ...
- 15.6" Full HD color rich, anti-glare display and...
- 15" wide and 0.8" ultra thin chassis for a...
ASUS ROG Zephyrus GX501
CPU | Intel Core i7-7700HQ 2.8 GHz (Turbo up to 3.8GHz) |
GPU | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 8GB |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 with Nvidi GSYNC |
RAM | 16GB DDR4 2400MHz |
Storage Space | 512GB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 4 X USB 3.0 |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 14.9 x 10.3 x 0.7 inches |
Weight | 4.9 pounds |
- Performance
- None
- Ultrathin and ultralight with a thickness of only...
- Next-generation gaming performance with NVIDIA...
- 7th Gen Intel Core i7-7700HQ 2.8GHz Processor...
Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Laptop
CPU |
9th Gen Intel Core i5-9300H |
GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 Pixels |
RAM | 8 GB |
Storage Space | 256 TB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 1x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0; Network (RJ-45); HDMI Output; 1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 10.5 x 15.9 x 1.1 inches |
Weight | 5.95 pounds |
- Display
- Performance
- Price
- Value for Money
- None
- 9th Generation Intel Core i5-9300H Processor (Up...
- 15" Full HD Widescreen IPS LED-backlit display;...
- 8GB DDR4 2666MHz Memory; 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD (2 x...
Acer Predator Helios 300
CPU | Intel Core i7-7700HQ Processor 2.8GHz |
GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
RAM | 16GB |
Storage Space | 256GB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 1 – USB 3.1 (Type C) port (Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps), 1 – USB 3.0 Port (featuring Power-off Charging), 2 – USB 2.0 Ports, 1 – HDMI 2.0 Port with HDCP Support |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 15.3 x 10.5 x 1.1 inches |
Weight | 5.95 pounds |
- Price
- Performance
- Display
- Weight
- Latest 7th Generation Intel Core i7 Processor...
- Latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6 GB of...
- 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen IPS...
Alienware AW17R4-7003SLV-PUS 17
CPU | 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ (Quad-Core, 6MB Cache, up to 3.8GHz w/ Turbo Boost) |
GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1060 |
Display Size | 17.3 inches |
Display Resolution | (1920 x 1080) IPS Anti-Glare 300-nits |
RAM | 8GB DDR4 at 2400MHz |
Storage Space | 256GB SSD (boot)+ 1TB 7200RPM SATA HDD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 3 x USB 3.0 |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 13 x 16.7 x 1.2 inches |
Weight | 9.7 pounds |
- Performance
- Quite Heavy
- 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ (Quad-Core,...
- 8GB DDR4 at 2400MHz included; 32GB Maximum
- 256GB SSD (boot)+ 1TB 7200RPM SATA HDD; No optical...
Dell Precision 5520 Laptop
CPU | 2.9 GHz Intel Core i7-7820HQ Quad-Core |
GPU | NVIDIA Quadro Graphics |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
RAM | 16GB 2133 MHz DDR4 |
Storage Space | 512GB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
Ports | USB |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 14 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches |
Weight | 3.9 pounds |
- Price
- Performance
- None
- For long term storage of your files, the Precision...
- The compact design fits a 15.6-inch display into a...
- Single cable docking makes multitasking easy, and...
Lenovo Thinkpad P50 15.6-inch Laptop
CPU | Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 Quad-Core Processor (4 cores, 2.8 GHz up to 3.70 GHz, 8MB SmartCache) |
GPU | Nvidia Quadro M2000M 4GB GDDR5 |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels (fhd) |
RAM | 16GB DDR4 (MAX 32GB) |
Storage Space | 256GB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 7 Professional 64-bit upgradeable to Windows 10 Pro |
Ports | SD Card Reader, Headphone Microphone Combo Jack | 2xUSB3.0 | Mini DisplayPort,| 2xUSB3.0 | RJ-45 | 1xThunderbolt 3 Typc-C | HDMI | AC Port |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 9.9 x 14.9 x 1.1 inches |
Weight | 5.9 lb / 2.67 kg |
- Performance
- None
- Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 Quad-Core Processor (4...
- Nvidia Quadro M2000M 4GB GDDR5 | 256 GB SSD M.2...
- 15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS | Backlit Keys |...
Acer Aspire VX 15
CPU | Intel Core i7-7700HQ Processor (Up to 3.8GHz) |
GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4 GB GDDR5 VRAM |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
RAM | 16GB DDR4 |
Storage Space | 256GB SSD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 1 – USB 3.1 (Type C) port (Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps), 2 – USB 3.0 Ports, 1 – USB 2.0 Port, 1 – HDMI Port |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 15.3 x 10.4 x 1.1 inches |
Weight | 5.51 pounds |
- Lightweight
- Performance
- None
- 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ Processor (Up...
- 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen IPS display
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with 4 GB of dedicated...
MSI GT73VR TITAN-427 17.3″ 120Hz 5ms Display Extreme Gaming Laptop
CPU | Intel Core i7-7700HQ (2.8 – 3.8 GHz) |
GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 8G GDDR5X |
Display Size | 17.3 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
RAM | 16GB (16G*1) DDR4 2400MHz |
Storage Space | 512GB SSD RAID (2*256GB m.2SATA) + 1TB (SATA) |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 5 USB 3.0 |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 16.9 x 12.4 x 1.8 inches |
Weight | 8.59 pounds |
- Performance
- Design
- Quite Heavy
- 17.3" FHD, Anti-Glare Wide View Angle
- Core i7-7820HK
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX1070
ASUS FX503VM Laptop
CPU | 2.8 GHz 8032 |
GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB |
Display Size | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
RAM | 16 GB DDR4 |
Storage Space | 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Ports | 2x USB 3.1 (Type A), 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x Mini DisplayPort, 1x headphone/Mic jack, 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1x card reader |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 15.1 x 10.3 x 1 inches |
Weight | 5.7 Pounds |
- Ports
- Price
- Performance
- None
- 15.6 Inch Full HD Display with Windows 10...
- Fully loaded with Latest 7th Generation Intel Core...
- Powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB discrete...