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lulugdb
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07-15-2023, 09:00 PM

He keeps asking for my opinion on a laptop that handles CAD, but I’m new to the subject. Should I focus on the graphics card, the processor, or plenty of memory?

lulugdb

07-15-2023, 09:00 PM #1

He keeps asking for my opinion on a laptop that handles CAD, but I’m new to the subject. Should I focus on the graphics card, the processor, or plenty of memory?

Darkune_13
Junior Member

07-17-2023, 02:50 PM

It seems you need a powerful processor and ample memory, but a laptop might not always be the top choice for performance.

Darkune_13

07-17-2023, 02:50 PM #2

It seems you need a powerful processor and ample memory, but a laptop might not always be the top choice for performance.

yalex27
Senior Member

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07-17-2023, 04:23 PM

CAD refers to computer-aided design. You mentioned AutoCAD and Inventor as potential options.

yalex27

07-17-2023, 04:23 PM #3

CAD refers to computer-aided design. You mentioned AutoCAD and Inventor as potential options.

Devies
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07-25-2023, 02:21 PM

She didn't mention the software she employs, probably AutoCAD.

Devies

07-25-2023, 02:21 PM #4

She didn't mention the software she employs, probably AutoCAD.

TheWheatherMan
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07-30-2023, 02:03 AM

He had a solid CPU setup back then—around 2008, using a second-gen P4 3D renderer for lots of CAD work and heavy processing unless you were willing to splurge on Teslas.

TheWheatherMan

07-30-2023, 02:03 AM #5

He had a solid CPU setup back then—around 2008, using a second-gen P4 3D renderer for lots of CAD work and heavy processing unless you were willing to splurge on Teslas.

Toreii
Junior Member

07-31-2023, 06:01 PM

The graphics card and RAM amount should work well together for your setup.

Toreii

07-31-2023, 06:01 PM #6

The graphics card and RAM amount should work well together for your setup.

Athame_
Senior Member

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08-02-2023, 04:48 AM

I’d recommend a stronger option just in case, to be safe, though it should work well with most programs. If they also offer rendering, expect even better results. The GPU shouldn’t cause any issues.

Athame_

08-02-2023, 04:48 AM #7

Frinex10
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08-02-2023, 06:54 AM

She should prioritize a laptop with a solid processor and at least 8GB of RAM. For 3D work, a separate graphics card is also necessary.

Frinex10

08-02-2023, 06:54 AM #8

She should prioritize a laptop with a solid processor and at least 8GB of RAM. For 3D work, a separate graphics card is also necessary.