3DSMax Nvidia GTX GPU recommendation
3DSMax Nvidia GTX GPU recommendation
I don't have enough context about your specific needs or the version you're using. Consider checking compatibility, features, and community feedback before deciding.
Consider checking if 3DSMax is compatible with SLI. It might be safer to purchase a single unit instead of relying on multiple setups.
3DS Max doesn’t rely on SLI for rendering. For dual GPUs you’ll need to disable SLI. I’m not very comfortable with SLI mechanics but it seems to be tied closely to game features. GeForce cards aren’t officially supported, so compatibility isn’t clear. Are you aiming for rendering power or just smoother viewport performance? GeForce GPUs offer strong CUDA performance at a reasonable price, but you’ll need compatible engines like Iray or VrayRT. If using CPU-based rendering, a powerful GPU isn’t essential for viewport speed. Personally, I haven’t used GPU rendering much, though I’ve explored it. The 900 series tends to have fewer CUDA cores for rendering, while the 700 series performs well—just ensure your card has sufficient VRAM. My advice is to get the fastest GPU you can afford or invest in a CPU with many cores if you’re using GPU rendering.
I'm still in school, so I'm not sure why everyone prefers Vray or Iris over Maya. From what I see, it's mainly about the CPU, especially with the new Haswell-E chips. I think I'll upgrade my GPU in about a year or two. Is 4GB of VRAM enough?
I'm currently working with Mental Ray while we still use Vray at university. Vray gives better results, but Mental Ray seems more helpful for getting familiar with the tools. I recently relocated to Haswell-E and would strongly suggest it—the 5820k handles rendering in half the time of my i5 3570k. Memory needs depend on scene size; 4GB should suffice for most student tasks, though it's less critical when rendering on GPU.