Hi, I am in need of a new workstation for 3D modelling Solidworks or similar, I have been offered an machine with an Nvidia 250 GT card. My research suggests I need a Quadro card or similar (Firegl). What should I get - price for the card is middling to budget £200 ish My arm could be twisted for more - with good reason Cheers
The 250's a good pretty recent card. If you're being offered that rig for a real good price it might be worth giving it a go before making a workstation card purchase but there's definitely supposed to be a pretty considerable difference, especially with programs like you mentioned. I'm sorry this site isn't any help in Britain but as a reference this card looks like a good fit for some heavy lifting for your purposes if you decide the 250 won't cut it.
