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Mac vs PC Video Editing Showdown ft. iJustine!!

Linus Tech Tips@LinusTechTips6.5M viewsDec 24, 201925:21
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Check out the ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo on Amazon (Paid Link) at geni.us #DoMoreWithDuo PC vs Mac - Premiere vs Final Cut. What's the best ecosystem for editing video? In this video, iJustine goes head to head against Taran from Linus Tech Tips to find out- with special guest judges Niko from Corridor, Jenna Ezarik, Bitwit Kyle, and Faruk from iPhonedo! Thanks to iJustine again for hosting us!

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Mac vs PC Video Editing Showdown ft. iJustine!! pits two well known editors against each other in a timed editing contest to determine which platform offers the best workflow for video editing. The event is hosted by iJustine with Taran from Linus Tech Tips as the rival, and a star-studded panel of judges including Niko from Corridor, Jenna Ezarik, Kyle from Bitwit, and Faruk from iPhonedo. Early in the video, the competitors size up each other, discuss their experience, and set expectations about four hours to edit a real Austin Evans footage. The opening banter emphasizes bragging rights, familiarity with macros, and personal setups, including Justine’s reliance on a trackpad and Taran’s multi‑screen network. The host explains that the competition will compare Premiere on PC against Final Cut on Mac, and judges will later critique the final cuts for pacing, humor, and production quality. The first segment centers on equipment prep, script handling, and the initial import and syncing of media, establishing the baseline editing strategies for each contestant.

Topics · technology · video editing · entertainment · competition

Questions answered

What did the judges think about Justine's video versus Taran's edit?
The judges preferred Justine's video overall for its dynamic visuals and pacing, while noting Taran's concise approach but fewer risks. They highlighted Justine's strong color grading and graphics, though some commented on audio and pacing issues in places.
Which platform and software were compared in the competition?
Premiere on PC was compared against Final Cut Pro on Mac, with both editors aiming to showcase the strengths of their preferred ecosystems.