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Best Workstation for 3D Modeling & Rendering

by Alex Glawion

The most interesting thing about looking for a Computer or Workstation for 3D Modeling and Rendering is the fact that 3D Modeling and (CPU) Rendering are two very different use cases.

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Complete Guide to Building your own PC

Building your own PC isn't just easy, it also helps you save money and teaches you some of the inner workings of how a PC functions. We've put together a 4-Step Guide to finding and assembling the perfect Computer for yourself:

What Kind of Computer Do You Need? (Step-by-Step)

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2. Parts needed to build a PC

PC-Builder: Find The Best Parts For Your PC & Workstation

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4. How to Build & Assemble a PC

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Best Renderers (Render Engines) for Blender in 2021

UPDATED January 18, 2021 by Alex Glawion

Blender is finally shedding its “quirky kid around the block” attire and donning a more serious and respected “3D powerhouse” one.

How to Render Faster – In-Depth Guide to increasing Render Performance in 3D

UPDATED December 21, 2020

Render Engine Hardware Compatibility – CPU / GPU / Hybrid

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Best Computer for Blender (Workstation & PC-Build Guide)

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Best Workstation PC for DaVinci Resolve Studio [2021 Guide]

UPDATED January 27, 2021 by Alex Glawion

DaVinci Resolve is a powerful video editing package in a unique market position.

Best Laptop For Video Editing [2021 Guide]

UPDATED January 6, 2021 by Alex Glawion

A short overview for those of you who just want some quick suggestions – These are our top picks for the Best Laptops for Video Editing:

Best Computer for Video Editing [2021 Guide]

UPDATED February 19, 2021 by Alex Glawion

Video Editing is one of the most popular things you can do on a Computer or Workstation.

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Best Workstation PC for DaVinci Resolve Studio [2021 Guide]

UPDATED January 27, 2021 by Alex Glawion

DaVinci Resolve is a powerful video editing package in a unique market position.

How to upgrade your PC (Beginner’s Guide)

UPDATED January 7, 2021

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UPDATED January 26, 2021

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Where to buy PC-Parts, CPUs & Graphics Cards in your Country

UPDATED February 19, 2021 by Jerry James

Well, it’s 2021, and stock issues still plague buyers worldwide.

NVLink vs. SLI and Multiple GPUs – Is it worth it?

UPDATED January 17, 2021 by Alex Glawion

It’s a reasonable enough assumption to make that if one new graphics card (GPU) can speed up your work by X amount, two will do the job twice as fast, right?

How to upgrade your PC (Beginner’s Guide)

UPDATED January 7, 2021 by Alex Glawion

Upgrading your system is an exciting experience that comes with a lot of benefits:

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AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Review for Content Creators – Goodbye Competition

UPDATED December 18, 2020 by Jerry James

AMD released its newest range of Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs on October 8th.

Cinema 4D Viewport Performance Benchmark & Scores (Updated Results)

UPDATED November 21, 2020

Single vs Dual vs Quad Channel Memory on Ryzen Threadripper (Benchmarks)

UPDATED May 19, 2020

Cinebench R20 Scores (Updated Results)

UPDATED January 19, 2021

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Best Laptops for Graphic Design

UPDATED December 19, 2020 by Alex Glawion

In any business, time is money, so it’s important to have the best equipment to make your work as efficient as possible.

ASUS PRO DUO Hands-On & Short Review

UPDATED March 27, 2020 by Jerry James

I recently got a chance to get up close and personal with one of the most unique laptops out there – the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581.

Best Laptops For Photo Editing [2021 Guide]

UPDATED January 6, 2021 by Christopher Harper

Today, we’re going to teach you all you need to know to buy the best laptop for photo editing.

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Adobe Illustrator System Requirements (And PC Recommendations)

UPDATED February 4, 2021 by Alex Glawion

Whether you’re a professional graphics designer working in Adobe Illustrator or a new talent that’s picking up the industry-standard program, it’s crucial to figure out Adobe Illustrator’s system requirements, first, to know what it’ll take to perform smoothly.