Not sure what machine to buy?
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Hi there,
I've been working on landscape designs and renders for a couple of years now, but still new to the game.
Anyway, I'm looking for a new computer that will speed everything up.More Ram? Better video cards? New everything? Any ideas???
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Whats your budget?
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i7-2600K
GTX570
16G RAM -
Hi Guys,
I see HP are upping the anti and introducing the imaginati to hold their market share. Looks like a good spec for running SketchUp
Mike
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Pierre,
Computers are commodity items - so you get what you pay for. However, my 2 tips would be:
- Make sure it isn't low priced because it has an Intel graphics chip (GPU). They are uniformly bug-ridden and slow.
- Don't underestimate the importance of a FAST hard disk nowadays with large images and models. You'll thank me later!
Adam
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Let's say budget is around 1500.
I really want a mac but I think it would be easier in the future to upgrade a regular ol' PC.
Sounds real dull, but alas it is my reality.
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Well, if you want a Mac and are on a tight budget. Have a look at ebay also other second-hand sites and of course the Apple refurbished site. My current MBP was purchased via the Apple refurbished site and came with a guarantee also saved me $500. It looked totally new, only the boxing was generic / plain.
BTW, upgrading laptops is a messy business other than memory upgrades. Also Adam's advise is very sound, particularly on the fast HD.
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Thanks a lot guys,
I think it makes sense to get a computer built or try to find one with everything I need.
This could be a very exciting project.
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