What software do you use?

Select the programs you use regularly. You can change your choices later.

How complex are your usual models and scenes?

Take into account everything surrounding the building: neighborhood, vegetation, objects, textures and linked files.

Your usual projects

Isolated project / studyHouse or small isolated model, simple plans, few objects and occasional renderings.

Project with neighborhoodComplete project with a few nearby buildings, moderate vegetation and common details.

Street or detailed setMultiple buildings, linked files, numerous objects, dense vegetation, detailed textures and renderings.

Full neighborhood / intensive renderingLarge urban context, repeated vegetation and objects, heavy textures, variations or animations.

How often do you carry your laptop?

Weight, size, and cooling matter differently on a desk than they do in a bag.

Your routine

Mostly at a desk17″ is fineWeight is secondaryA 17-inch laptop and a heavier chassis are fine if they improve cooling.Prioritize cooling and screen size.

Occasional travel15–16″≈ 5.1 lbsI carry it occasionally. A 15- or 16-inch laptop around 5.1 lb is acceptable.Balance weight and performance.

Every dayLightweightCompact chargerI carry it to class, the office, or client meetings every day. Weight, charger size, and overall bulk matter.Prioritize weight and portability.

Do you have a design or platform preference?

Compatibility comes first. Your preference helps refine the recommendations and budget guidance.

ROG Strix gaming laptop with RGB lighting

Choose the best fit for meA gaming design is fine if the laptop is the best match for my software and budget. Dell XPS 16 gray with discreet design

A discreet designAvoid an obvious gaming design for the office, school, or meetings. MacBook Pro 16-inch Space Black

A Mac, if possibleI prefer a Mac if my software and my budget really lend themselves to it.

What is your maximum laptop budget?

The guidance now accounts for your software, project size, mobility, and laptop preference.

Choose an amountLaptop only, without a monitor or accessories

Exact budget$

Enter an amount from $900 to $6,500 in $100 increments.

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