--- title: "CADspeed: Optimize Your Hardware for CAD Applications | GPU (5)" description: GPU | Read the latest tips about optimizing hardware for CAD applications with experts from CADspeed. (5) --- [![Cadalyst](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Editorial%20-%20Misc/cadalyst_logo.gif?width=198&height=70&name=cadalyst_logo.gif "Cadalyst")](https://www.cadalyst.com) ![Cadalyst_logo-trans.png](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/hub/251891/file-25772071.png?width=270&name=file-25772071.png "Cadalyst_logo-trans.png") - [About Us](https://www.cadalyst.com) - [Contact Us](https://www.cadalyst.com) [![CADspeed -- Optimizing Hardware for CAD Software](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CADspeed_header_red.jpg?width=936&name=CADspeed_header_red.jpg "CADspeed -- Optimizing Hardware for CAD Software")](https://cadalyst-2.hs-sites.com/cadspeed) ## [OpenCL Will Rock the CAD World, Part 1: Why You Want It](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/05/18/opencl-will-rock-the-cad-world-part-1-why-you-want-it) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) May 18, 2011, 2:00:42 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885705-png/blog-files/opencl.png)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/05/18/opencl-will-rock-the-cad-world-part-1-why-you-want-it) Most CAD users don't have any reason to be familiar with how graphics languages like OpenGL 4 and DirectX 11 actually work. All that 99% of us care about is that our CAD applications and video cards support the latest versions so we can benefit from high-performance 2D/3D rendering and visualization. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/05/18/opencl-will-rock-the-cad-world-part-1-why-you-want-it) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Multi-Threading](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/multi-threading), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [OpenCL](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/opencl), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Plan a CAD Software and Hardware Upgrade, Part 3: Find the Right Solutions](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 28, 2011, 2:31:22 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885355-jpg/blog-files/istock_000015125403xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) The [first part of this series about upgrading CAD software and hardware](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department/) talked about using the Information Technology Lifecycle to help define how computer software and hardware can support your company’s business goals. [The first three steps](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity/) help you define the needs and measure your current productivity levels. Next we’ll discuss how to recommend solutions. ### Step 4 [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Plan a CAD Software and Hardware Upgrade, Part 2: Define Needs, Measure Productivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 27, 2011, 5:06:09 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885290-jpg/blog-files/istock_000009193923xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) The [first part of this series about upgrading CAD software and hardware](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department/) talked about using the Information Technology Lifecycle to help define how computer software and hardware can support your company's business goals. These first three steps help you define the needs and measure your current productivity levels. ### Step 1 [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Plan a CAD Software and Hardware Upgrade, Part 1: Working with Your IT Department](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 26, 2011, 5:00:28 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885210-jpg/blog-files/istock_000015527840xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department) Spring has sprung, and with it comes the buzz that surrounds all the announcements of new CAD software, workstations, and other hardware that burst onto the scene this time of year. As a CAD user or manager, you might be eyeing these new products and considering the benefits of upgrading. However, as is often the case, your IT department has different ideas about how your computer system should work. Here are some tips from the perspective of a systems integrator about how to speak the language of the IT professional and improve your chances of getting the hardware and software updates you need. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Upgrade](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/upgrade), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Optimize Your Hardware for Autodesk 3ds Max Design](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/22/optimize-your-hardware-for-autodesk-3ds-max-design) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 22, 2011, 5:03:54 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Autodesk 3ds Max and Autodesk 3ds Max Design software are applications for the creations of special effects for TV and movies, video games and design visualization assets. With such broad capabilities, the software's [systems requirements](http://usa.autodesk.com/3ds-max/system-requirements/) reflect the diverse aspects of this powerful tool. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/22/optimize-your-hardware-for-autodesk-3ds-max-design) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Autodesk](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autodesk), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Multi-Threading](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/multi-threading), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [3ds Max Design](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/3ds-max-design), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [64-Bit](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/64-bit), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Hardware for the CAD Professional, Part 8: More Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/22/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-8) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 22, 2011, 3:44:53 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572884925-jpg/blog-files/dreamstime_15118411.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/22/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-8) So far in this series, we’ve discussed [system requirements](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/12/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-1/), [commonly used terms](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/12/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-2/), [processors](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/13/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-3/), [RAM](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/14/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-4/), [hard drives](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/19/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-5/) and [connectivity](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-6/). This installment of *Hardware for the CAD Professional* will continue our discussion about [graphics cards](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/21/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-7/). ### Installation and Configuration [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/22/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-8) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Tips for Going Mobile with CAD, Part 3: 15" Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/15/tips-for-going-mobile-with-cad-part-3) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 15, 2011, 4:00:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In [Part One](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/03/23/tips-for-going-mobile-with-cad-part-1/) of this series, I talked about how 17-inch mobile workstations aren’t really mobile, but rather desktop workstation replacements that you bring to a stable destination, plug in and go to town. In [Part Two](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/03/29/tips-for-going-mobile-with-cad-part-2/), I outlined the features I would look for when selecting my 17-inch mobile workstation. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/15/tips-for-going-mobile-with-cad-part-3) Topics: [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Hardware for the CAD Professional, Part 1: Requirements](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/12/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-1) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 11, 2011, 9:57:35 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At *[Cadalyst](https://www.cadalyst.com)* we often hear questions regarding the hardware end of the equation, particularly about the system requirements to do useful work with the AutoCAD family of products. As a result, I’m starting this series of blog posts on hardware for the CAD professional, with each segment focusing on a specific area such as graphic cards, memory and hard disks. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/12/hardware-for-the-cad-professional-part-1) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [32-Bit](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/32-bit), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [64-Bit](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/64-bit), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [How GPC-Based Accelerator Technology and Multi-Threading Support Can Improve TurboCAD and DoubleCAD Performance](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/06/how-gpc-based-accelerator-technology-and-multi-threading-support-can-improve-turbocad-and-doublecad-performance) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 6, 2011, 7:22:47 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In the past year, the developers of TurboCAD have been taking advantage of hardware enhancements and overall processing power increases on the PC in order to significantly improve the performance of our CAD applications. 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