Brian

Except that I see A LOT more drivers. If I was psychic, I'd have my own 900 number and be a hell of a lot richer. Your original screenshot didn't show much. You didn't install anything! I told you do download and install the BIOS, Network Card (Ethernet) Driver and the Dell Update Application first, then run the scan tool again. You download them, find where the they downloaded to, and then run each file. Double-click on the .exe file, one at a time. An installer should appear for each. It's kinda like installing software except for the BIOS, that will force you to reboot for it to install. This isn't like running Windows Updates where things are automatically installed for you. You gotta do some leg-work.

To start, do the BIOS, the Ethernet Drivers and the Dell Update Application first. Then re-scan. The BIOS update will require a reboot, so when you do stuff like this, don't be editing photos or other things. After you re-scan, post a screen shot of what it finds.

Adobe keeps pushing out crap. Resist the urge to update for only the sole reason of "Just because..." The lag you experienced can definitely be traced back to disabling the Graphics Processor performance boost thing. In reality, the only "fix" at this point is to stay on 2024 until Adobe gets their act together. Honestly, you really don't NEED the latest and greatest PS, unless you are using the new AI / Fancy Modules. Photoshop at its core is still Photoshop. Just like CS6.

A M4 MacBook Air is what you are after. Personally, I wouldn't be doing ANY edits on-the-go, but culling and the other stuff is fine. Unless you are just using Actions and Presets and such, in which case you really aren't "editing." Same rules apply. You want 1TB for the Main HD, and I'd recommend 24GB of RAM at a Minimum...with 32GB HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The reason is there is no upgrading anything after the initial purchase. So while 24GB will work fine for now, I can't say that will be the same case in 2-3 years. Plus Adobe keeps adding all sorts of AI Crap and Bloat with each major release; remember, you aren't buying a laptop to be just used for today, but for 2-3 years from now. Here is what I came up with for $1999:

Now as far as living in Canada? That's a tough call. I'd be prepared to pay more if the products are coming from the US. If you are looking to buy a Mac, just head to Apple's Website and order it there. Hopefully it will ship directly from China to Canada, bypassing the Tariffs. Alternatively, I'd wait a few more months or plan on buying things in the Fall. This whole Tariff War is really meant to be a huge renegotiation than anything and it seems to be working except for China...in which case it will take time. China has been at "War" with the US and has been for decades. In all honestly, China NEEDS the US to buy their stuff long-term. The rest of the world can't absorb the difference.

Are you currently in Canada or the US? Because if you live in the US, Apple has been exempt from the Tariffs that Trump has imposed: MacRumors - iPhones, Macs, and Other Apple Devices Exempted From Trump Tariffs.

Here is the current article, that I recently updated: What Macintosh do you Recommend for Photo Editing (Early 2025 Edition)

From there we will see your Bag, aka "Shopping Cart." Here is what we have chosen: Mac Studio Computer: Mac Studio Display: Magic Keyboard & Magic Mouse: FOR A GRAND TOTAL OF $5400, DEPENDING ON YOUR LOCATION. Of course, you will need to adjust this amount based on your local taxes, exchange rates and such. It's only money, right?

Glad you got it sorted. I kinda figured that’s what you were referring to, but we see so many bad photographs, “BUT IT’S MY ART!!” that I wanted to make sure.

Opening the image in PS won't trigger Graphics Card Issues, most of the time. While it's true that PS will complain if the card isn't 100% compatible, or the drivers aren't playing nice, you really need to open the image in ACR (Adobe Camera Raw) to see if it's a Graphics Card issue. ACR primarily uses the Video GPU and dedicated VRAM for it to really function. It's fancy tools in PS like Content Aware, Lens Correction, Liquify, etc. that utilize the Video GPU. So while it might seem "fine" in PS, you might not be pushing things hard enough. Now what glitch are you talking about? The blown out areas on the photo? Or was that intentional?

Hell, even an older NVIDIA RTX 3070 is $1150. You are not going to get a video card for $800. The 4070 seems to be around the $1500 price-point, but it's sold out. ***SIGH*** As much as I hate to recommend this, since you have an older system, something like a NVIDIA 4060 might be in your budget. It should work, JUST BE SURE TO INSTALL & USE THE NVIDIA STUDIO DRIVERS AND NOT THE ONES THAT COME WITH THE CARD. Even though I recommend at least a 4070 / 4080, in this circumstance and your budget, with an older PC...it will be WAY BETTER than what you currently have. Plus, $564.50 is probably an easier pill to swallow. I also tend to like MSI Video Cards, as Gigabyte's support has really gone down-hill in recent years. I'm buying either a EVGA or MSI product if it were my money.

Yep, that video 4070 video card should work. Hopefully your Power Supply will support it, otherwise you will be upgrading that as well. Besides Amazon, two places that you can buy stuff from: NEWEGG Micro Center Amazon is usually "fine," if it's being sold and shipped from Amazon. It's when you buy stuff from their 3rd-parties is when you can have the most issues. If it's not from Amazon and shipped via Amazon Prime, chances are I'm not buying it. Hell, I never buy stuff from eBay, but that's just me. EDIT!!! It looks like both of those places aren't viable. Newegg seems to be shipping directly from China, and the prices are around the $1500 mark, for just the video card. Micro Center doesn't have any 4070 cards, and they seem to be pushing the 5000 series cards. I would hold off and save up. You are likely going to throw money away as I'm not 100% convinced that a new card will work with your older Motherboard. Downgrade to an older version of Photoshop and hopefully that will work for you. A $3000 budget for a new computer is realistic in 2025. I know, you can't afford it. Why do you think I'm still on PS CC 2023 with my 2017 iMac? PS: The reason you can't click "Buy Now" on NVIDIA's site, is they are linking to Micro Center's Website. Micro Center is flat-out sold out. The $799 price tag is probably from late 2024; it's a new Ballgame with stuff coming from China in 2025. The Tariff's are making things more expensive. ...and people often question me on why I recommend such high-end / expensive stuff...it's to cut down on this very situation. I configure my systems for Photoshop a few years from now, not the current versions of software.

Then I'm wondering if it's a Lenovo Driver issue? Try another calibrator, see if it's any better.

As for the monitor, the Dell UltraSharp U2723QE 27" Display looks decent. It has the main things that I look for: IPS Display Panel 100% sRGB Anti-Glare / Matte Coating Non Touch-Screen There are other displays out there, but if you are editing photos, YOU NEED A IPS Based Display. I will cover the reasons & whys in another article and will keep things simple here. For now, the Dell UltraSharps are our usual Go-to when it comes to displays.

I wish I could give you an easy answer, and I do have one. Typically, you are looking for either a high-performance business computer OR a low-end Gaming Computer (Minus the Fancy LED Lighting and Liquid Cooling.) Either of these types of computers should have most, if not all, my requirements. The problem is with Windows Computers is, they are hard to nail down because models change so frequently. Especially when it comes to something like a laptop, those suckers are only around for 45-60 Days, before that model is replaced by another newer model. It's insane. Usually, I tend to recommend the Dell Tower Plus Desktop Line of Computers as a starting point, since Dell is a World-Wide Company and whose computers are usually available. So it's a great reference point for everyone. I do realize that not everyone likes Dell computers, and that's fine, just use my recommendation as a guide and purchase a similarly equipped computer. Easy-Peasy. So let's start by heading to Dell's Website and taking a look at their Dell Tower Plus Desktop Line. Unfortunately, the Dell XPS Line that I have recommended for years seems to have been discontinued. This link will take you to Dell's Website and give you lots of choices; one of the things you WANT TO AVOID IS BUYING A COMPUTER WITH A NVIDIA 4060 VIDEO CARD, DO NOT BUY A 4060...YOU WANT A 4070 OR BETTER YET, A 4080. Here are some starting specs, and your budget should be around $2700 or so for the computer, plus a few hundred for a IPS Screen. I'd recommend having $3200-ish at the ready for whatever you purchase, after possible shipping and applicable taxes. Now, I do encourage folks to seek out coupon codes or wait for sales...or just buy another brand that might be more affordable. This Dell XPS Desktop Configuration is just to provide an example and is easily accessible around the world. After clicking my above Dell Tower Plus Link, we are going to choose the computer in the middle column, at the time of this writing / update, which is going to be the most expensive option. Why? Because Dell, among other manufacturers, are taking their "cues" from Apple, and you have the most choices in terms of upgrades / customization. "Go Big or Go Home" just doesn't apply to Apple these days. If you do click on a "cheaper" option, you are just kidding yourself, as with every customization / upgrade, the price automatically goes up to the higher-priced model anyway. So let's just save some time and at the time of this writing, click "Customize & Buy" below the $1699 model. From there, we are going to leave the CPU selection alone / at the Default: For most folks, leave the "Windows 11 Home" Operating System at the default. Power Users like myself will want to upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for $60 more. The "Pro Version" not only enables some features, the biggest thing that I like is you can fix issues directly, without any Pop-up Wizards trying to get in your way. Graphics Card: Again, DO NOT PURCHASE THE NVIDIA 4060 IN ALL FORMS WHAT-SO-EVER. We are going to upgrade to a NVIDIA RTX 4070 with 16GB of RAM. Even though I really like the NVIDIA 4080, I just can't justify Dell's up-charge in obtaining one. The RTX 4070 Ti with 16GB of Video RAM is perfectly "fine" for Photoshop CC. Now, if you want to upgrade to a 4080, I'm not going to stop you...but for $1050 more, it's just not worth it. Save your money. I'd upgrade to 64GB of RAM and be done with it. Even though 32GB should be "fine," 64GB is better, especially if you have a High Megapixel Camera. Anything higher than 64GB really isn't needed for Photoshop work and is meant for those who have a requirement. If you have to ask me on what to buy, you don't need to go above 64GB. Storage: Here is where you can pick your Main HD Capacity. I still recommend having a 1TB Main HD as the absolute minimum, if you want to go higher, feel free. You can NEVER have too much HD Capacity. As for the other configurations, it's up to you if you want a C Drive and a D Drive. For this example, we will leave it at the 1TB Default. Chassis Options: Dell could have labeled this section Power Supply. If you plan on keeping this Dell XPS Computer in its "Stock" configuration, than 750 Watts is all you "technically need." If you plan on using lots of external HDs, especially if you choose Liquid Cooling, then I'd get the 1000 Watt P/S for $50 more. In fact, let's just spend the extra $50...it's only money, right? I'd also pick the color that matches the case that you desire. Cooling & Keyboard / Mouse Options: You can go with the Dell "Cheapy Versions" of upgrade to something better. I will leave this choice up to you. Services: This is the Extended Warranty. Like Apple, Dell repairs their stuff. Parts come from Dell, etc. At the time of this writing, I would upgrade the Warranty to the Dell Care Plus with 2 Years Coverage. Sometimes, Dell runs a sale on their Warranty Services and often you can get three years at a discount. 3 years for a computer is pretty decent; if something is going to fail, it's gonna happen within 3 years or so. That said, 2 year Warranty Coverage is fine. Office 365 & McAfee: This is up to you. If you have a Office 365 Subscription, you can use that. As far as McAfee, this would be the 1st piece of software that I would remove. Believe it or not, the built-in Windows Defender works pretty well for what it does. McAfee, Like Symantec...tends to drain system resources and really doesn't protect you in 2025, no matter how much Sales Literature states otherwise. As of right now, this configuration will set you back $2578.99. Can you find something cheaper? Absolutely!! To recap, this is what you are looking for in 2025 Intel i9 CPU NVIDIA RTX 4070 or RTX 4080 with 8GB - 16GB of Dedicated Video Memory 64GB RAM 1TB Main HD P/S: 750 Watts or better. 850 Watts or 1000 Watts is preferred Always remember! Be sure to look for Dell Coupon Codes before you buy anything!!