GPU 200-400$ High level graphical design (just think 2-4k video game graphics)

[Deadromon]

Hello, thank you for looking at this post at all. I am a 20-30 year old that works with high level graphical and model design (closest thing I could find to compare my work to would be 2-4k video games. Think of something that would be able to play a heave hitting new game at max settings on 80-120 frames per second). I recently started working with higher level modules, and my current graphics card cannot pull the weight. I am planning on getting an EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 850W power supply to accommodate the increase in power requirement. I tried to find a thread that was on this site that dealt with the same issue, but the most recent one I could find was from 2ish years ago. Since I know how much tech changes in a year, I figured that the information on that thread would not be relevant today. I was looking at the second option of the first link, and also at a GTX 1060. I found this, but I am not sure if it is good. If you have something that falls inside the price range of 200-400 $ (+- 50) and you think it is better, please do tell me. Thank you for reading this, and have a nice day.

1) https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00BIUKH04?tag=bom_tomshardware-20&ascsubtag=THUS59491509067783656&SubscriptionId=AKIAJLYKPRLXUSF4GDIQ&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953

 

[okcnaline]

What programs?

 

[Deadromon]

What programs?

Mostly graphical design of parts. I work as a contractor where I can code and/or make 3D models. A company offered me a contract, but for it I need to be able to make 4k models and run them in a simulated environment with code. That is why I compared it to a 4k video game.

 

[okcnaline]

If you're just looking for graphical design, then I would just go with a cheap Quadro that gives you full 10-bit color accuracy. On the other hand, if most of the work is to render or work on the model, then it's a job that $200-400 isn't very sufficient for.

 

[Deadromon]

If you're just looking for graphical design, then I would just go with a cheap Quadro that gives you full 10-bit color accuracy. On the other hand, if most of the work is to render or work on the model, then it's a job that $200-400 isn't very sufficient for.

Well, what would be something that would be sufficient? Also, could you recommend something that is in that price range, even tho it might not be sufficient. If it can do it, and make it work, then later, after my first paycheck I could get one that is good, and sell the one I would get in the 200-400 $ price range for a -50$ on eBay. Because atm, unless I feel like going without heat for a month, I can't really go over that.

 

[TMTOWTSAC]

I assume you're talking about programs like Maya or 3ds Max? If you do go with the 1060, be sure to get the 6 GB version rather than the 3 GB. The extra VRAM makes a big difference with high-res modeling and the 3 GB version has fewer shaders. 850W PSU would be overkill though, Nvidia suggests at least a 400W PSU and manufacturer recommendations are usually fairly conservative.

 

[Ne0Wolf7]

A Radeon Pro WX 4100 will pull any CAD workflow through, but will lag behind in the rendering department, which seems to be important to you. Video games are not a good comparison to CAD at all, the way they need to handle data differ immensely, which is why there are professional GPU and gaming GPUs (which differ mostly in their drivers). You will want a pro card, not all features of CAD software will work without one, and some wont even boot up or run correctly. The best cards in your price range are the Quadro P2000 and the Radeon Pro WX5100. Its hard for me to say which is better, especially considering the price difference, but I can say that I us e a WX5100 myself and have had no problems with it, although I don't render and am an amateur modeler in high school.

 

[avatar_of_tenebrae]

nah. you have to look at your course schedules they will tell you exact model of computers that work with the course. obviously buying one "too far ahead" and by the time you take the course i t the requirement may have changed.

in general, the "Fire GL" line of cards (or wildcat) are professional series (as to if they are rip-offs with old chips, i dunno). the professional series are supposedly tested to "render perfectly without glitches" and cost quite a bit more.

get what you need "today", don't pay allot (get an intel NUC?). when you have a requirement "you'll know"

 

[okcnaline]

nah. you have to look at your course schedules they will tell you exact model of computers that work with the course. obviously buying one "too far ahead" and by the time you take the course i t the requirement may have changed.

in general, the "Fire GL" line of cards (or wildcat) are professional series (as to if they are rip-offs with old chips, i dunno). the professional series are supposedly tested to "render perfectly without glitches" and cost quite a bit more.

get what you need "today", don't pay allot (get an intel NUC?). when you have a requirement "you'll know"

I'm sorry, I don't understand what's going on.

OP never said he was in college. FireGL is a ~8 year old term referring to AMD's professional display adapter brand which does not guarantee perfect rendering "without glitches".

Also, I though Intel NUCs were terrible for using Photoshop, which OP needs?