What each program actually needs
AutoCAD & Revit
Both are CPU and RAM heavy rather than GPU-hungry. A fast 6–8 core CPU and at least 32GB RAM will keep large drawing files and BIM models responsive — this matters more than a top-tier graphics card here.
Lumion & Twinmotion
These are real-time renderers built on game engines, so they lean almost entirely on the GPU. This is where an RTX 4070 or RTX 5070-class card (or better) makes the difference between a smooth walkthrough and a slideshow.
SketchUp
Lighter than the above, but still benefits from a mid-range GPU once you add V-Ray or Enscape rendering plugins.
Recommended specs and Uganda pricing
Our professional-tier builds are specced exactly for this workload — strong CPU, 32GB RAM, and a GPU that can be paired up if you move into heavier Lumion rendering:
| Use case | Recommended spec | Price range (UGX) |
|---|---|---|
| AutoCAD / Revit — day-to-day drafting | Intel i7 12th Gen + RTX 3060 12GB + 32GB RAM | 5,400,000 – 5,700,000 |
| AutoCAD / Revit — large BIM models | Intel i9 13th/14th Gen + RTX 5060 Ti 16GB + 32GB DDR5 | 8,800,000 – 9,700,000 |
| Lumion / Twinmotion real-time render | Add an RTX 4070 SUPER 12GB or RTX 5070 12GB GPU upgrade | from 3,600,000 (GPU only) |
| Heavy render + multitasking studio use | Core Ultra 7 + RTX 5070 Ti 16GB + 32GB DDR5 ("Creator Studio" build) | 17,900,000 |
One thing most Kampala PC shops won't tell you
A workstation for architecture doesn't need a gaming-grade cooling setup or RGB — the money is far better spent on RAM and the GPU. If a quote for an "architect PC" is heavy on lighting and light on RAM, you're paying for the wrong things.
Tell us which software you run day-to-day (AutoCAD, Revit, Lumion, SketchUp, Twinmotion) and we'll match you to the right spec.
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