For anyone working with AutoCad, multi-core performance plays a crucial role in efficiency.

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AnEnemyStand
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11-06-2020, 10:05 AM

You're looking to balance performance and cost for someone who mainly uses AutoCad and similar software. With the Intel Core i3 4460, a dual-core processor might be sufficient unless you anticipate heavy multitasking or demanding design work. Since your current build already has a quad-core CPU, adding another dual-core could complicate things without significant benefit. A budget-friendly upgrade to a 4-core processor like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or Intel Core i5-10400 would likely offer better value for the price. Alternatively, sticking with the dual-core i3 could work if your workflow stays light. Consider the monitor setup and whether extra cores will really make a difference in this use case.

AnEnemyStand

11-06-2020, 10:05 AM #1

carp3
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11-06-2020, 10:21 AM

Autocad 2d operates smoothly even on modest hardware. We’ve seen i5 models with 4GB RAM function well. i3 should also work without issues. However, I’d recommend an 8GB i5 if possible—avoiding the need for 16GB RAM.

carp3

11-06-2020, 10:21 AM #2

x15Ghost15x
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11-06-2020, 10:27 AM

He’s running his PC with a few AutoCad tabs and Word documents using about 5 gigabytes of RAM. You seem familiar with this, so I’ll check out an 8GB system with an i5. To be completely honest, I’m aiming for a good price on an 16GB setup and fitting an i5 that uses around 6 gigabytes. It’s a bit ambitious, but worth hoping for.

x15Ghost15x

11-06-2020, 10:27 AM #3

Prismwind
Junior Member

11-07-2020, 05:07 PM

5 gigabytes of RAM isn't equivalent to 16. Also, whether your SSD pagefile is quick enough depends on the specific programs you're using.

Prismwind

11-07-2020, 05:07 PM #4

5 gigabytes of RAM isn't equivalent to 16. Also, whether your SSD pagefile is quick enough depends on the specific programs you're using.

miknes123
Senior Member

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11-09-2020, 02:16 PM

You'd be much improved using the i5. The i3 and dual-core with hyperthreading simply don't match the strength of a solid i5. It might even be weaker than the average quad-core processor you currently own.

miknes123

11-09-2020, 02:16 PM #5

xbnw
Member

11-09-2020, 02:40 PM

I grasp the concept of RAM well. I've been attempting to fit a 128 or 266 GB SSD into the design too (hoping for a strong performance on Black Friday). If that's the case, then I'll add a 6 GB pagefile to that SSD as well. My suggested configuration should include an i5 4460 (or 4690k if funds permit), 8 GB of RAM, and ideally a 128+ GB SSD paired with a 1 TB WD Blue drive.

xbnw

11-09-2020, 02:40 PM #6

_TortaPvP_
Junior Member

11-09-2020, 03:00 PM

No real need for 4690K, you would need like a z series mobo that way. If you are tight on money get B85, H81 or H87,H97 and non-overclockable i5.

_TortaPvP_

11-09-2020, 03:00 PM #7

No real need for 4690K, you would need like a z series mobo that way. If you are tight on money get B85, H81 or H87,H97 and non-overclockable i5.

gavin_shaka
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11-09-2020, 07:41 PM

Your current strategy is clear. Appreciate the support!

gavin_shaka

11-09-2020, 07:41 PM #8

Your current strategy is clear. Appreciate the support!

DaaarkPlayer
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11-11-2020, 11:01 AM

Autodesk Inventor functions quite effectively on my setup. The main constraint is my rapid consumption of 8GB of RAM.

DaaarkPlayer

11-11-2020, 11:01 AM #9

Autodesk Inventor functions quite effectively on my setup. The main constraint is my rapid consumption of 8GB of RAM.

D10
Junior Member

11-11-2020, 08:28 PM

#10

I handle Autodesk AutoCAD Map 2 daily (2D) and it maintains one CPU thread per project continuously. It consumes significant RAM—typically around 12 to 16 GB or more, depending on usage—but I operate on a large network infrastructure.

D10

11-11-2020, 08:28 PM #10