XP from Design: Computer Spec input for a laptop – Info Graphic Design

Before you answer: Please note that despite my desire for a MacBook, I am going PC laptop for this–because I want something expandable and Macs no longer are. I do need a laptop, not a desktop.

How much memory is “too little” and “too much” for someone who runs (simultaneously is a requirement) Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, LightRoom and occasionally premiere or other similar software. I was thinking 32g might be necessary, the company thinks 16gb is “all you need.” It might be right now but how about in a year?

Also, would you max out the graphics card? Anything processor specific you can weigh in on?

For example, here’s a Lenovo I was looking at–is this overkill?

How would you build it if mine is overkill (obviously overbudget).