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Anonymous
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Basic Computer Specs

Hi All!

 

I am an interior designer who has worked a lot in AutoCAD, and use it as my go-to drafting software.

 

I have just moved overseas and after looking for work, have had a few freelancing opportunities come up. Some of these companies ask that I use my own computer/programs, whilst I do work at their office. I'm fine with this, though my personal computer is a Mac and although I have used AutoCAD on mac to do basic things, I feel like I would be much more efficient using it on a windows interface like I'm used to.

 

My question is: If I get a basic windows computer/laptop purely to run CAD though, what would your spec recommendations be? Keep in mind this would be a second computer just for AutoCAD so as cheap as possible would be great, but I don't want it to crash all the time. Also, please note that I am not native in computer tech talk- I just understand the basics.

 

It would only be for 2D drafting (no 3d work).

 

Suggestions most appreciated!

clandrew89
en respuesta a: Anonymous

You can get a 5th or 6th gen i7 with an NVidia 920m  or better for around $700  make sure it has 8-16gb ram.  That is the cheapest computer I have worked 2d cad on and it works fine.  but only 2d.

that will be most common set up and most universally compatible.

Thank you Autodesk community.
kudos for anyone who takes the time to help me out.
john.vellek
en respuesta a: Anonymous

Hi @Anonymous,

 

I see that you are visiting as a new member. Welcome to the Autodesk Community!

 

Do you currently have a license of AutoCAD for Mac or Windows?  IF you have the Mac version and no access to the Windows version I think you will be surprised at how good and stable the AutoCAD 2017 for Mac can be for you. If you are running on a Mac, can you provide the computer specifications? It is possible that you might want to run Windows on your Mac if it is current enough to run BootCamp.This would allow you to run either the Mac or Windows versions depending on your licensing.

 

Here are the system requirements for the Windows version of AutoCAD 2017.

 

As far as a new PC, I would suggest that you consider i7 processors at 2.8 or faster GHz, 8-24 GB RAM, a SSD drive and most importantly a good graphics card. While you might not want to spend what it takes to get a Certified card, you should still aim to get as good a card as possible. This and operating systems are the biggest causes of crashes I see from customers.

 

You are welcome to shop and then post examples of what you are considering in order to get opinions of Community members.

Please select the Accept as Solution button if my post solves your issue or answers your question.

 


John Vellek


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john.vellek
en respuesta a: Anonymous

Hi @Anonymous,

 

I am checking back to see if my post helped you with your problem or if you need additional assistance or information. Please add a post with how you decide to proceed and your results so other Community members may benefit.

Please hit the Accept as Solution button if my post fully solves your issue or answers your question.


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