I’m looking for recommendations on parts/builds to use in a budget blender rig. I’ll be using it to make models/rigging for three.js web apps.

I know this is probably something that has been covered in a million places online, but after spending the weekend waiting 30 seconds for every click in blender I’m ready for a little chit chat and hope the community will oblige and share some tips on building a cheap but solid rig.

Fine with sourcing used parts on Craigslist/online etc. I just want the best rig I can buy for the cheapest amount.

Would be using Linux fo sho!

Edit: I live in the US. Don’t have a hard budget in mind, just trying to be crafty.

Edit 2: I’m basically looking for the “used Honda civic” version of a blender rig. Started freelancing this year and haven’t made the big bucks yet, but hit the point where I need something to get work done

Thanks!

<3

  • Pyro
    2•10 months ago

    Everyone seems to be asking if you’ll be using Cycles, but I doubt you’ll ever need raytraced rendering if you’re just using it to make and rig models designed for the browser. You’ll probably be using Eevee to preview models at most.

    CPU/GPU

    I’d recommend any decent APU (a CPU with an onboard GPU). That should give you good enough performance for both Blender and Eevee, while also leaving you open to add a dedicated GPU later should you wish to branch out into raytraced rendering.

    I want to clarify that the integrated GPU will not be for rendering. It’s just so you don’t need to buy a dedicated card to run your monitor if you don’t end up needing one.

    As for a more concrete recommendation, perhaps consider a Ryzen 3400G or newer (preferably newer if possible). Any decent Intel chip from the last 8 or so years will probably be fine too (but avoid 9th gen).

    RAM

    I’d say 8GB absolute minimum, 16GB or more is highly recommended.

    Storage

    A spinning hard drive is fine, but an SSD is a must for your OS drive. The speed benefits are well worth the slightly added cost.

    • Bobby BandwidthOP
      2•10 months ago

      Dude TYSM! Appreciate the in-depth response. Lots of good info here.

      I double check last night and yes I am indeed currently using eevee. I currently am using an older intel NUC and it struggles, but I love her anyway

      Excited to set something new up though