Build Budget Laptop for 3-D Rendering Workstation

sofip

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Aug 4, 2012
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Hi,
I'm looking to build a laptop (if possible) or desktop(if a laptop is out) to do 3-D architectural design and rendering on. I would be using programs like 3-D Studio Max and Photoshop, and a Wacom tablet. I am thinking of getting a 4-core i7, but other than that, I am somewhat confused; the speed of change in technology as well as the fact that I haven't built a computer in 10 years has me reeling...What do you recommend?
 
Solution
One cannot really build a laptop, you just can't without a manufacturing facility or extreme skill. What is your budget? If you will do 3D rendering, get a good graphics card like the GeForce GTX 780.