AMD Ryzen 9 7950X - a 32-thread, top-of-the-line CPU from AMD. Our top 3 choices for powerful workstations in 2023 are:ġ. Other aspects to consider are TDP (thermal design power) - how much energy and therefore cooling the CPUs require and the presence of integrated graphics. Many threads mean that the CPU can do a lot of things at the same time. Having as many cores and threads as possible for work is the best. The central processing unit is responsible and involved in most of the tasks a computer performs. Central Processing UnitĬPU - let's begin with the heart of the computer. However, we will not look at high-end stuff our primary goal is to create efficient home or office workstations affordable to individuals and small to medium businesses. We will explain the top 3 aspects you should look into for each component and give our top 3 specific choices you can not go wrong with. Whatever path you choose, you need to be aware of the components that will make up the machines you buy. We will not discuss laptops in this article but will look at portable gaming workstation machines in a dedicated one. A laptop gives you the benefit of having all the peripherals you need to use the computer in a portable package at the cost of significantly reduced processing power. Finally, you may know someone who has already built a pc or two and is willing to help you, as pc building is becoming a mainstream practice.Ĥ. It also can be a fun home or workplace activity that will take a maximum of a few hours. Building a PC is an easy process with tons of information on how to do that on the internet. The most time-consuming and involved process which provides the most control and flexibility. Buying components and assembling the PC yourself. However, it is best to avoid self-proclaimed premium boutique gaming PC builders, who often focus on aesthetics and other trivial matters while charging a high premium.ģ. Also, some PC builders use the same nonproprietary components and provide customer service, warranty, and other services for a reasonable premium. Many stores offer these services and consultations while charging a relatively small amount. You need to configure the PC yourself, but it will arrive built and tested by the shop you are buying at. Choosing components and leaving the build process to the shop or a boutique builder. Otherwise, most of us have little reason to overpay for lesser hardware.Ģ. The main advantages can be customer support or more convenient bulk ordering for large corporations. This also means you have the least control over the components of the computer and will pay a hefty premium. This is the least involved process meant for those who want to avoid investing any thought or deliberation when buying PC hardware. Buying a branded off-the-shelf workstation. How Can You Get a Workstation PC?īefore we go deeper into specific components of a workstation computer, let us cover the main ways of obtaining a complete machine.ġ. To conclude - we can ignore the marketing stuff as long as all other factors are equal. However, no one can completely trust such a label and still need to know what specific hardware they seek. Discrete components or machines labeled as workstation grade may be more suitable for work application. Again it does not mean anything of substance if you know which product you need. On the other side, there are enterprise or workstation-marketed products. Such components are often overengineered and might even have some slight advantages. If a component is marketed as "gaming," it is probably not any different from an operational standpoint. Video games are workloads that are similar to 3D rendering or heavy computation.
Gaming as a selling point exists in the marketing of the products. One myth that still comes up is that gaming-marketed products are less suitable for work or other applications. Still, we will update the article every half a year to adjust to the market trends. Our specific buying advice is viable for the second half of 2023. We will also dispel some myths surrounding PC building and provide a few resources to help you get started. This article will give general, real-world applicable advice for those looking to purchase, build or upgrade a workstation PC for photogrammetry or other demanding tasks. Getting suitable PC hardware for work is an investment in a tool you will rely on for at least 4 - 6 years.