Recommended Specs for C4D

[Jiwi]

What's most important factor to consider when searching for the lowest render times in Cinema 4d? I've read the graphics card is important, but the most important part (for 64-bit systems at least) is the RAM. I'm just curious if this holds to be true, since I might be purchasing a new computer soon, and I'd like to keep space for nice GFX in mind.


Thanks! ^_^

 

[Spraynwipe]

Graphic intensive processes in general need lots of ram, my mate who does 3d modelling has a beast of a computer but only 8gb ram which apparently isn't enough (rendering is too slow for him). Ram's pretty cheap now anyway so pick up 12-16gb of it if you want to do lots of 3d work.

 

[Kinaesthic]

RAM doesn't have to do alot with Cinema4D, I have 16gb of ram and it doesn't help anything.
What does help alot will be a 8-12-14-16 core, the more cores you have, the faster you will render.
I have an 8 core, going to get 16 next year.

 

[Noam]

Ah good to know. I only have 2 cores on my i3

My 12GB Ram isn't all that great for rendering. Still takes plenty of time.

 

[Jiwi]

Alright; thanks guys!

Any recommended set-ups for a generally good gaming/4-8 core comp for <$1000?