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Tech · Asked June 26, 2026
Best laptop under $800 for video editing?
Verdict
Split
1 of 3 models chose Asus V16
33%split
Where the models landed
Asus V16
1 of 3
ChatGPT
It offers the best sub-$800 mix of 16GB RAM, a current CPU, and RTX 4050 GPU acceleration for 1080p video editing.
Apple MacBook Air 13"
1 of 3
Claude
Its media engine and color-accurate display handle 4K editing smoothly while staying silent and lasting all day on battery.
Lenovo LOQ 15 Gen 11
1 of 3
Gemini
It delivers excellent video rendering capabilities under budget thanks to its dedicated RTX 5050 GPU and fast processing power.