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Speaker 1 (00:04):
Hey, what's up, Fellow creators. Welcome back to another episode
of The Video Editing Guru, the podcast where I dive
into all things video editing to help you become a
master in the art of post production. I'm your host Destin. Today,
we're going to tackle one of the biggest debates in
our creative industry, Apple or PC. Which one is better
for video editing. This question is crucial whether you're a
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pro editor working on big budget projects or a content
creator cranking out social media videos. Today, we're going to
analyze performance, software compatibility, price and upgradeability, breaking down which
type of machine best suits your needs. Let's kick things
off with the raw power the beating heart of any
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editing machine, the processor, GPU, RAM and storage. We're going
to start by comparing Apple's M series chips, particularly the
M three, M three Pro, and M three Max, with
the PC processors, specifically the Intel Core I nine and
AMD rise in nine. Apple's newest chips are fast and efficient.
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They're built with unified memory, which means the RAM, GPU
and CPU share the same high speed memory pool. This
setup results in quicker rendering and playback when you're working
in applications like Final cut pro and DA Vinci resolve.
But on the PC side, the powerful Intel Core I
nine and AMD rise In nine processors have higher core
counts and better multi threading, making them a competitive contender,
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especially when paired with the right GPU. But what about
that GPU graphics processing? How do apples integrated GPUs fair
against PCs dedicated ones? Well, apples built in GPU and
the M series chips stands up pretty well, handling four
K and even eight K pro res editing seamlessly, but
in a big butt, it's still not as strong as
dedicated Nvidia RTX forty ninety or AMD Radion seventy nine
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hundred xtx found in high end PCs. If your work
involves GPU intensive effects, three D rendering, or AI powered tools,
a PC with a robust, discrete GPU could be the
better choice. And we can't forget about RAM and storage speed.
Apple's unified memory structure allows for rapid data transfer between components,
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making sixteen GGB of Apple RAM feel equivalent to thirty
two GB on a PC. Even better, if you need
extensive multitasking capabilities, a PC lets you install up to
one hundred and twenty eight gigabyte of RAM, perfect for
handling large after effects projects. As for SSD speeds Max
have some of the fastest in the industry, but if
you're building a PC system right high end en VME
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SSDs can definitely compete. We also need to discuss software compatibility.
If you're a fan of Final Cut Pro, you can
only find it on Mac as Apple's one of the
most optimized NLS available. macOS also runs seamlessly with creative
applications like da Vinci Resolve, Logic Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro. However,
Adobe Premiere Pro After Effects and Divini Resolve run as well,
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if not better, on PC, especially with an Nvidia GPU
that can accelerate QUTA processing, while Max operating system is
extremely stable and seldom runs into driver conflicts. PCs offer
more control, better compatibility with specialized industry tools, and customizable
workflow automation scripts, but increased control also means more maintenance,
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like updating drivers and troubleshooting hardware. Let's not forget the
price tag and opportunities for upgrades. If you glance at
the upfront costs, Apple computers are more expensive. The MacBook
Pro sixteen M three Max with one hundred and twenty
eight g BI RAM and four ty DIVI SSD costs
over six thousand dollars, but keep in mind max have
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a longer lifespan, maintain their resale value, and require less
maintenance than PCs. However, on the PC side, you can
build a high performance machine for half the price of
a comparable Mac. Further, PCs can be upgraded over time,
allowing you to potentially save money in the long run
by swapping out parts instead of purchasing a new system
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every few years. The most crucial question, though, is which
one is the best option for you. If you love
final cut pro value, macOS stability, need seamless ProRes performance,
or prefer a plug and play system with no custom
builds or troubleshooting, then a MAC is likely your top choice.
On the other side, if you need raw power for
Adobe Premiere Pro after Effects or Da Vinci resolve, value,
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upgradeability and future proof builds, and want the most bang
for your buck with high end performance, then a PC
may be your best bet. Remember, both MAC and PC
are powerful tools, and the right one for you depends
on your editing needs and workflow. If you value simplicity
and stability, MAC may be your winner, but if you
need power, customization and upgradeability. PC might just be your champion.
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We'd love to hear what you think about this debate
and about your preferred editing setup. Send us a message
or check out the comments section in the show notes.
Thanks for joining me Dustin on this episode of the
Video Editing Guru. As always, don't forget to check out
the show notes for any links we talked about today,
and until next time, keep creating