Advice on my workstation for architectural 3D modeling

[Arpicord]

Hi,

I’m a woodworker and I need a Workstation to do architectural 3D modeling. Right now, I’m practicing Rhino 3D and Grasshopper. Besides my work, I am very interested in learning animation. I live in Vancouver (Canada) and my budget is around $3000 (Including Monitor). I’m not looking to upgrade the PC in the near future.

I used CGDirector PC-Builder to come up with some build suggestions:

(If I’m not wrong, Prices are in USD on CGDirector)



CGDirector.com Parts List: https://www.cgdirector.com/pc-builder/?=6NsWr



CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 5950X 3.4GHz 16-Core Processor ($548.99)

CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 ($89.90)

Motherboard: MSI X570 Tomahawk ATX AM4 ($137.20)

GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti 8GB - MSI Ventus 2X OC ($379.99)

Memory: 32GB (2 x 16GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 C16 ($89.99)

Storage PCIe-SSD: Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive ($119.99)

Power Supply: Corsair RMx Series RM650x 650W ATX 2.4 Power Supply ($76.31)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($139.99)

Total: $1582.36



My choice for monitor is BenQ PD2700U 27-inch 4K. Right now is $599.99 on Amazon Canada.

I’m not sure between Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti or Nvidia RTX 3070.

I’m planning to buy my parts on Black Friday, which is in a month, But I have no idea if that is a good decision or not.

I will be grateful for any help you can provide.

 

[Jerry James]

(If I’m not wrong, Prices are in USD on CGDirector)

Correct

CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 5950X 3.4GHz 16-Core Processor ($548.99)

CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 ($89.90)

Motherboard: MSI X570 Tomahawk ATX AM4 ($137.20)

GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti 8GB - MSI Ventus 2X OC ($379.99)

Memory: 32GB (2 x 16GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 C16 ($89.99)

Storage PCIe-SSD: Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive ($119.99)

Power Supply: Corsair RMx Series RM650x 650W ATX 2.4 Power Supply ($76.31)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($139.99)

Total: $1582.36

The build looks pretty balanced overall. One thing I'd switch out is the case if you don't need such a large tower.

I’m not sure between Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti or Nvidia RTX 3070.

I'd say grab either a 3060 Ti or a 3070 Ti. The RTX 3070 isn't priced too well by comparison, IMO.

I’m planning to buy my parts on Black Friday, which is in a month, But I have no idea if that is a good decision or not.

Probably a good bet since some of these parts are last gen, and you're bound to find some deals.

 

[Arpicord]

Thank you so much Jerry.
Any suggestions on Case?
What about the monitor? Is it a good choice? (BenQ PD2700U 27-inch 4K)

 

[Jerry James]

Any suggestions on Case?

The fractal torrent comes to mind for one. The Lian Li Lancool and Phanteks P300A Mesh are also excellent options. You can find links here - https://www.cgdirector.com/best-smallest-atx-cases/

 

[Jerry James]

What about the monitor? Is it a good choice? (BenQ PD2700U 27-inch 4K)

Solid safe choice for professional work I'd say.

 

[Arpicord]

Thank you so much Jerry.