Workstations for Blender

FAQ

What kind of workstation works well for Blender?

It depends on what you do in Blender. For rendering in Cycles, GPU performance matters most, while simulations, modeling and rendering in Eevee also benefit from a powerful CPU and a fast drive. Choose a configuration that suits your typical projects: their complexity, resolution and scene size.

Which is better to invest in for a Blender computer: the CPU or the GPU?

When rendering in Cycles with the GPU, the graphics card is the key component, while the CPU handles viewport work, simulations and scene preparation. If you render on the CPU, core count and clock speed are what matter. Ideally, choose both components to match the way you work.

How much RAM and VRAM do you need for working in Blender?

Simpler scenes need less, but complex projects with heavy textures, fluid simulations or a large number of objects require more resources. If a scene doesn't fit in the graphics card's VRAM, rendering slows down or fails. Choose RAM and VRAM capacity with some headroom for your largest projects.

Can you install multiple graphics cards in a Blender workstation?

Yes, Blender can use multiple graphics cards for rendering, which shortens render times. However, VRAM is not pooled across cards, so the scene must fit in the memory of a single card. Such a setup also requires a suitable power supply, motherboard and cooling.

Can I tailor a workstation configuration to my own Blender projects?

Yes, the configuration can be matched to the type of work, for example animation, architectural visualization or simulations. Tell us what projects you work on and what your budget is, and we'll help you choose the processor, graphics card, memory and drives. You can find details of the available options in the offer in this category.