Purpose Built | AutoCAD LT

AutoCAD LT is primarily a single-threaded application, meaning most tasks rely heavily on CPU clock speed rather than a high core count. For optimal AutoCAD LT performance, we recommend selecting a processor with the highest possible boost frequency. For lighter workloads, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K offers excellent performance and efficiency, while users working on larger or more demanding projects will benefit from the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, which combines exceptional clock speeds with additional cores for improved multitasking and background processing.

This workstation comes standard with the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus processor featuring up to 5.50GHz boost frequency, paired with the NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 16GB GDDR7 professional graphics card to deliver exceptional performance for AutoCAD LT workflows. Our premium tower chassis is equipped with ultra-quiet be quiet! cooling solutions and high-performance fans, ensuring excellent thermals, low noise levels, and extensive upgrade potential for additional storage and future hardware expansion.

In its current configuration, the system supports up to four displays and offers extensive connectivity options, including USB-C, multiple high-speed USB ports, 5Gb Ethernet, and Wi-Fi networking.  For professional AutoCAD LT environments, we strongly recommend using NVIDIA workstation-class graphics cards. While GeForce GPUs often provide greater raw performance and value, they are not officially certified by Autodesk for AutoCAD LT applications. As a result, Autodesk technical support may be limited when consumer-grade graphics cards are used in professional workflows. NVIDIA RTX professional GPUs are specifically validated and optimized for stability, compatibility, and long-term reliability in CAD and drafting applications.

For advanced private users and experienced AutoCAD LT professionals who do not require Autodesk-certified hardware support, high-performance GeForce graphics cards can offer exceptional value. When combined with NVIDIA Studio Drivers, consumer GPUs are capable of delivering excellent performance in professional software environments. For 2D drafting and design workflows in AutoCAD LT, graphics performance is generally less critical, even in larger projects. However, users working with multiple high-resolution displays or GPU-accelerated visual tasks may benefit from cards such as the ASUS or MSI NVIDIA RTX 5070 16GB, which provides an excellent balance of performance, memory capacity, and price-to-performance efficiency.

Purpose Built | AutoCAD

AutoCAD is primarily a single-threaded application, meaning the majority of tasks rely heavily on CPU clock speed rather than a high core count. For the best AutoCAD performance, we recommend choosing a processor with the highest possible boost frequency. Currently, the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the ideal choice for demanding professional workflows, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus provides excellent performance for lighter projects and everyday drafting tasks. Both processors combine high clock speeds with sufficient core counts for efficient multitasking and background operations.

The primary AutoCAD functions that can effectively utilize multiple CPU cores are 2D Regeneration and Mental Ray rendering. Since 2D Regeneration places relatively low demand on modern processors, it generally should not influence CPU selection. However, users performing frequent or complex Mental Ray rendering workloads may benefit from higher core-count processors. In those cases, we recommend considering one of our dedicated Extreme PC rendering workstations designed specifically for advanced rendering and visualization applications.

For professional AutoCAD environments, we recommend configuring this workstation with the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus processor featuring up to 5.50GHz Max Boost frequency, paired with the NVIDIA RTX 4500 Blackwell professional workstation GPU or higher, depending on the complexity of your projects. This configuration delivers exceptional performance, stability, and reliability for both 2D drafting and advanced 3D modeling workflows.

Our premium Fractal Design chassis provides outstanding airflow, quiet operation, and virtually unlimited expansion potential for additional storage, memory, and future hardware upgrades. In its current configuration, the system supports up to four displays and includes extensive connectivity options such as USB-C, multiple high-speed USB ports, 5Gb Ethernet, and integrated Wi-Fi networking.

For AutoCAD workflows, we strongly recommend using NVIDIA workstation-class graphics cards. Although GeForce GPUs often offer higher raw gaming performance and a more attractive price-to-performance ratio, they are not officially certified by Autodesk for AutoCAD. As a result, Autodesk support may be limited when consumer-grade graphics cards are used in professional production environments. NVIDIA RTX professional GPUs are specifically validated and optimized for CAD applications, ensuring maximum software compatibility, certified drivers, long-term stability, and professional-grade reliability.

Advanced private users and experienced AutoCAD professionals who do not require Autodesk-certified hardware support may prefer high-performance GeForce graphics cards. When paired with NVIDIA Studio Drivers, consumer GPUs can deliver excellent results in professional applications while offering substantially greater performance for the price compared to RTX PRO Blackwell workstation GPUs.

For 2D AutoCAD workflows, graphics card selection is generally less critical, even for larger projects. However, for medium to large-scale 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization tasks, we recommend the ASUS or MSI NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB. Its large video memory capacity and high CUDA core count provide significantly improved performance when working with complex models, detailed scenes, real-time viewport rendering, and GPU-accelerated workflows.

INTEL | Z890 Chipset

Z890 motherboards from the new Intel 800 chipset family are ready to perform with Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) using the new Intel LGA 1851 socket. Exclusive ASUS AI, robust power delivery, optimized thermal management, extensive PCIe 5.0 support, DDR5 overclocking technologies, ultra-fast bandwidth connectivity accelerate performance of your Extreme PC system.

The Z890 chipset is targeted towards high-end gaming enthusiasts who prioritize overclocking and advanced features. It provides enhanced power delivery, extensive PCIe lane configurations for multi-GPU setups, and additional features like Thunderbolt support. The Z890 offers more flexibility and customization options, making it ideal for users who demand top-notch performance and are willing to invest in premium components. Ultimately, the choice between the two chipsets depends on the user's budget, performance requirements, and desired level of customization for their gaming computer.

TARS | Graphics

TARS can be equipped with any graphics card of your choosing, including the fastest Nvidia RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell 96GB workstation class GPUs available on the market. NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 graphics cards are designed to meet the demands of professional applications, making them a popular choice for engineering purposes. These cards offer optimized driver support and exceptional performance in handling complex 3D models and simulations, as well as high-performance computing tasks. Additionally, RTX PRO 6000-powered workstation GPUs are equipped with large amounts of VRAM, which is crucial for handling large datasets and texture files. These GPUs also offer advanced features such as real-time ray tracing, AI-accelerated workflows, and hardware-level security features that ensure data integrity. With these features, NVIDIA GPUs can handle the most demanding engineering workloads, providing exceptional performance and reliability for professional users.

While gaming video cards are primarily designed for gaming purposes, they can also be used for content creation and may sometimes be a better choice than workstation video cards. Gaming video cards, such as those from the NVIDIA GeForce and AMD Radeon series, offer powerful processing capabilities and advanced features that can handle demanding creative tasks like video editing, 3D modeling, and rendering.

These cards often have a larger number of CUDA cores and higher clock speeds than workstation video cards, providing faster performance for certain creative tasks. Additionally, gaming video cards typically offer a more affordable price point compared to their workstation counterparts, making them an attractive option for content creators on a budget.

In addition to NVIDIA workstation class GPUs, our computers can also be equipped with AMD's Pro series GPUs. AMD Pro GPUs offer similar levels of performance and professional-grade features that make them an excellent choice for engineering applications. AMD Pro GPUs are optimized for professional applications, providing excellent performance for 3D modeling, simulations, and rendering. Like Nvidia GPUs, AMD Pro GPUs offer large amounts of VRAM, ensuring smooth performance when working with large datasets. Additionally, AMD AI Pro GPUs also support advanced features such as real-time ray tracing, hardware-level security features, and more, which further enhances their suitability for engineering applications.  TARS can be equipped with the fastest NVIDIA Blackwell AI GPUs and AMD AI Pro GPUs, ensuring that they can handle even the most demanding engineering workloads with ease.

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TARS for Engineering

Engineering workloads demand high-performance systems capable of handling complex simulations, advanced modeling, and intensive rendering tasks with reliability and precision. Our workstations can be configured with a wide range of premium components, allowing you to tailor system performance to your specific workflow requirements while maintaining the right balance between capability and budget.

TARS | Chassis

The Fractal Design Pop Air 2 series sets a new standard for single-GPU engineering workstations by combining exceptional airflow performance with a clean, modern, and highly functional design. Featuring high-airflow mesh front and top panels, three pre-installed front intake fans, an integrated GPU air guide, and support for up to a 360mm top-mounted radiator, the chassis is engineered to deliver outstanding thermal efficiency under demanding professional workloads.

The spacious interior supports graphics cards up to 416mm in length, providing compatibility with today’s most powerful workstation and high-performance GPUs. The integrated air guide is specifically designed to direct additional airflow toward the graphics card, helping maintain optimal temperatures and consistent performance during intensive CAD, rendering, and engineering applications.

Multifunctional I/O

Versatile Cooling Options

Utilize your preferred cooling solution with support for CPU air coolers up to 170 mm in height and top-mounted radiators up to 360 mm.

TARS | Storage Configuration

The Intel Z890 platform delivers exceptional storage performance and expandability, providing both high-speed data access and extensive storage capacity for demanding professional workloads. The platform supports a wide range of storage configurations, including traditional hard drives for large-capacity archival storage and high-performance solid-state drives for accelerated system responsiveness and application performance.

For users who prioritize maximum speed and efficiency, the Z890 platform fully supports the latest Gen 5 NVMe SSD technology, enabling ultra-fast read and write speeds that significantly reduce system boot times, application load times, and large file transfer delays. This makes the platform especially well suited for engineering, CAD, content creation, and other data-intensive professional applications.

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