We’re getting a new PC. Here is the information about the current two computers that we have as well as possible upgrades. In the bay, the computer on the left side of the desk is from MSI, the one on the right is from Gigabyte.
The computers are primarily used for Solid Works, ANSYS, CAD, and for running simulations so the priority here will be on the CPU.
Computers in the Bay: (for comparison)
Component | MSI PC | Gigabyte PC |
CPU | Intel i7 - 3820 3.6 GHz 4 core | Intel i5 - 6600k 3.5 GHz (3.7 GHz) 4 core |
RAM | 16 GB 1600 MHz | 16 GB 2133 MHz |
Graphics | GT 610 | Quadro K620 |
Storage | 1 TB WD HDD | 1 TB / 120 GB WD / ADATA HDD / SSD |
Minimum system requirements: (ANSYS, Solid Works, CAD)
16 GB RAM, 3.3 GHz processor (4 core).
While Solid Works does support multi-threading, it is better to use more single-core powerful CPUs.
Possible Specs for New PC:
CPU | Intel i5 9600k / i5 9600kf |
RAM | 16 GB 3000 MHz |
GPU | NVIDIA Quadro P620 |
Storage | 512 GB SSD M.2 NVMe |