Workstations for CAD

Do you design in AutoCAD, model complex assemblies in SolidWorks, or work on heavy BIM projects in Revit? You know that an ordinary laptop or desktop PC can give up when rotating a large model or performing a final render. That's why Hardware Direct offers enterprise-class CAD workstations – Dell Precision and Lenovo ThinkStation, equipped with Xeon and Threadripper Pro processors, Quadro/RTX cards, ECC memory, and fast data storage. These are off-lease machines, tested, ready to work, and up to 60% cheaper than new equivalents. For freelancers, project teams, and entire engineering departments.

If your work involves reviewing and editing complex models – with hundreds of components, textures, cross-sections, and assembly animations – you need a machine that won't get lost during axis transformations. The Dell Precision T7820 with 2x Xeon Gold 5120 and Radeon Pro WX 7100 is a workstation with 28 physical cores and 8 GB of VRAM, designed specifically for such tasks. Revit, ArchiCAD, Inventor, Solid Edge – all these programs benefit from GPU acceleration, but also from a large amount of RAM (here: 128 GB DDR4 ECC) and fast SSDs. Such a configuration will handle FEM simulations, multi-gigabyte BIM models, and cloud-based teamwork – without buffering every 20 minutes.

Not every CAD workstation needs to cost 15,000 PLN. If you create 2D drawings, conceptual models, interior designs, or architectural presentations, a machine with a properly selected processor and GPU will suffice. The Dell Precision T5820 with a Xeon W-2125, Quadro P400, and 16 GB of RAM is a setup for just over 1,900 PLN, perfectly suited for environments like AutoCAD LT, SketchUp, Lumion (with limited requirements), or basic BIM models. You get access to the ISV platform (i.e., certified software), while not overpaying for power you won't use anyway. For daily work, education, or remote corrections – this is an absolutely sensible choice.

Working in a design firm, R&D department, or construction office – these are environments where several CAD, FEM, CFD, and visualization environments operate simultaneously. Here, you need power that can handle everything at once – and won't fail during a client presentation. The Dell Precision R7910 with 2x Xeon E5-2667v4, 64 GB RAM, and a Quadro M2000 is an ideal machine for a team of several designers, with the possibility of remote work (thanks to iDRAC), hot-swappable drives, and RAM expansion up to 1 TB. For teams working with VRAM – the T7865 model with a Threadripper Pro and RTX 4080 Super is hardware that can comfortably run Unreal Engine, Twinmotion, V-Ray, and live GPU rendering, while maintaining full fluidity.

Are you studying engineering? Supporting students? Or working in a research unit? CAD hardware should not only work with Inventor or Fusion 360, but also last for several years – with the possibility of upgrading RAM, GPU, drives, and cooling. Models like the Dell Precision T7810 or T5820 are designs that can be genuinely expanded – even if you buy them today with a Quadro M4000 and 32 GB of RAM. Over time, you can add 64-128 GB of memory, install an NVMe SSD, or change the GPU to an RTX. For universities and students, this means a lower entry cost, but also the assurance that the equipment won't become obsolete after two semesters. It works today – and it will work tomorrow.

Choosing the right CAD workstation isn't just about specifications; it's also about software compatibility. AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, SolidWorks, CATIA – each works better on a different hardware platform. That's why at Hardware Direct, we don't just leave you with a spec sheet and a DELL logo – we listen to what you work on and what you want to achieve. Do you want to optimize render time? Increase animation fluidity? Or maybe you're transitioning from 2D to 3D and don't know what you need? We'll match the CPU to your models, the GPU to your viewport, the RAM to your simulations, and the drive to your workflow. In CAD, precision matters – especially when choosing hardware.