Amazing! It would be great to hear what you're experience is with those specs? - Ryan

Thanks for getting in touch. Yes the RTX 4090 is much faster than the RTX 4060 in passmark. However, as we stated in the video, when it comes to Photoshop 2024 there is little to no need going above the RTX 4060. Photoshop 2025 comes with new 3D features that will of course require more powerful GPUs same goes with the AI features. We'll be testing this over the next few weeks and will be releasing a new and updated video next year. Stay tuned as we've got some interesting results with the CPUS!

It was our pleasure! Yeah that would be more than enough for a beginner, I would suggest using 2x 16GB which if your motherboard allows, you can always add another 32GB later on down the line. - Ryan

change 4060ti 16gb, i5 12600k => i7 12700

@Sunandshine51 i m on tight budget. Can u rate this pc. Is this good?

@@sygungames yes, quite good, if you're doing 3D graphics work like Blender and Unreal Engine 5, which require a GPU with a lot of VRAM, you should choose the RTX 3060 12GB, which is priced similarly to the RTX 4060 8GB

@Sunandshine51 but i dont want to make large projects as I am buying for learning purpose and will surely upgrade later to RTX 4060 ti

definitely, intel

​@@Sunandshine51Intel is being delisted from the DOW because of how low their stocks got, that tells you a lot about their products lately, go with the 9950X.

If money isn't a concern then opting for the X3D would be our choice as it is an overall better CPU for many applications. - Ryan

Hello! Thank you so much for the kind words! Looking at the specs there are a few options that might increase your performance, most notably the CPU. The 9600X would be more than capable of handling UE5 with no issues however, you might find any CPU intensive plug-ins or parts of UE5 will slow down your system. The good news is you can always test with the 9600X and see how sell it handles your usecase, and if need be you can always upgrade to a faster chip later on down the line. Overall it's a great system to get your started especially all the other components. - Ryan

@ Thanks for the advice! Yes I am pretty conflicted about the CPU. Thinking a R7 9700x may be a better option for about 100$ more. Thanks again, I will definetly subscribe after this!

Thanks for getting in touch! Looking at the requirements for 2024 you will need to have Windows 10 or 11 in order to run the application. Thankfully you should be able to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11 through the Windows updates, or if you are log into your Microsoft account on your machine now, if you reinstall Windows 10 or 11, your license key tied to your account will activate windows automatically. I hope this helps :) - Ryan

Thanks for getting in touch! Looking at your specs it would seem the GPU is your downside, as not only does it come with 4GB of VRAM the RTX 3050 mobile chip wouldn't be powerful enough to handle most of UE5s demands. Sadly with most laptops you're stuck with core components such as the CPU and GPU meaning the only way to upgrade would be to purchase another more powerful laptop. - Ryan

@@utopiacomputers thanks for the response

Thanks for getting in touch! EDE is very CPU intensive and the minimum requirements for this is an Intel Core i9 CPU or 8 Cores which your 5700X does have but may not be fast enough. The good news is you can always upgrade to say the 5970X giving you 16 cores in total. Again these are minimum specs so you may encounter frame dips when working on a larger projects - Ryan

Thanks for your comment! We're 100% on your side with this, overspending can easily be on when purchasing a PC for Photoshop or any photo editing software. As mentioned in the video the RTX 4060 is our go to with Photoshop and the RTX 4090 although great for applications like 3D rendering, Unreal Engine or gaming, it's very close to the performance of the RTX 4060. We do understand that some of our clients want the very best, and although might not be fully beneficial today, they would like to know it will last for years to come with new features coming every few months that require more performance. You're spot on with the CPUs too, be sure to stay tuned as we'll be updating our Photoshop video for 2025 with the release of AMD and Intels line of chips. The results are eye opening! Have a great day

then you have some extra space for airflow. Make sure to look at the back before plugging in USBs though, you won't want to shove them into your cooler! 😂

@@utopiacomputers oh thank you I thought your pc wouldn’t work sry I’m a rookie builder

thank you for the kind words! The RX 7900 GRE is only marginally faster than the RTX 4070S and in our experience the NVIDIA card comes with better benefits that UE5 can utilise. Yes the 7900 has more RAM which is beneficial however, that really depends on your workload. Personally I'd go with the RTX 4070 Super or better yet, hold off a few months as NVIDIA will be releasing new cards very soon....

The Intel A750 would normally be compared to the likes of an NVIDIA RTX 3050, which would b considered nowadays as low performance. Since the Intel cards aren't as mature as NVIDIA or AMD cards, it would be a smart investment to increase your budget for a more solid NVIDIA graphics cards as it comes with a whole host of refined technologies that UE5 can take advantage of. - Ryan

@@utopiacomputers thanks. Can i go for rtx 3060 12 gb

@@Mugdho_programmer that would be a great choice of graphics card! Although, I belive the RTX 4060 isn't that much more expensive for a relative performance boost

@@utopiacomputers yeah.

Hey, thanks for taking the time to comment. I always try to be succinct in what I'm saying but I'll be sure to keep on improving! Cheers, Craig

Thanks for the question, generally speaking, both are impressive options for most users. On both AMD and Intel platforms at the moment, you will struggle to get your 128GB to run at its fully rated speeds. This means if you don't need the extra RAM the 96GB should give you more performance. We all wish RAM was easier at the moment! Thanks for watching and hope this helps! Cheers, Craig

thanks for the amazing feedback! <3 we hope you enjoyed the video - Ryan

thanks for getting in touch! Very unfortunate, the good news is you might be able to move the pins back into place using thin tweezers. As for connecting the cable, it might not look great however you cable route the cable below the hole below the 24pin cut out on the case. This should allow more slack for the cable - Ryan

Thanks for getting in touch! Yeah 16GB is a great amount of VRAM for Unreal Engine. However the 7600XT graphics card itself would be classed as mid range, so depending on the complexity of the projects, you may require a faster AMD card such as the 7700TX or higher - Ryan

Thanks for getting in touch! Good Question, for around that budget we'd suggest AMDs 5900X. With regards to the Intel instability, so far all major motherboard vendors have BIOS updates to correct the issue. We always recommend NVIDIA card for their stability, yes you might get more performance but as mentioned crashes can be common with AMD cards, not as often now which is great but still something to be aware of

You can indeed, however UE5 won't be able to utilise both cards, only rendering apps like Octane etc will be able to use both cards. As for the motherboard, it depends on the CPU you're using. If you go for Intel we'd suggest any Z790, AMD X670E and with Threadripper it will have to be either TRX50 or WRX80.

can you send us your bank card details? We promise we'll take as much care as we did with this build

You underestimate the cost of Intel Pentium CPUS from 2005

Yup, eventually Mars too once Elon hurry's up 🙃

@@utopiacomputers ok i will wait and buy some spacex stonks to speed up the process?

@@michubern1444 you do you boo 😘

Bro got the Noah's ark version

@@Brysolated you take that back! This is a peak high performance gaming PC

@@utopiacomputers he said forty night day when he ment to say 4090

@@Brysolated We all make mistakes, unlike what we did in this video ;)

we didn't want to damage the motherboard...

Thank you, we aim to educate 🤗

We did hear Microsoft heavily invested in the Scottish accent / lingo for Copilot and we're still unsure if it's 100% accurate. Hopefully the next video will be better with more 'Awch aye the noos' 😉

Thanks for your comment! You've highlighted these components as gaming components which yes some of your comments are accurate for games. However UE5 is not a game and requires either less or more power depending on what aspect of UE5 you'll be using and of course the complexity of the projects. I hope this helps 😀

@@utopiacomputers I understand. However, I did say "and a monster of a CPU overall" and "only about %6 weaker than the "Better" CPU in single thread performance". Those points still stand. Why is the lowest tier "Good" requires a behemoth of a CPU and the difference between "Good" and "Better" CPUs is so small? For GPUs, I don't think there is a problem with saying "gaming". UE5 is still going to do rendering just like a game does. Even if I'm wrong, the difference between a 4060 and 4090 in terms of raw performance, whether you are rendering with CUDA or Optix, or doing any media work or gaming, is sky high. It just doesn't make sense. I understand going for a Ada GPU even if it's weaker than the "Better" 4090, because it has double the VRAM. But why 4060 to 4090? Why not something like 4080 or maybe even a 4070 Super. Or why not an AMD card? Why not a 7900 XT or 7900 XTX with 20 and 24 GB (Same as 4090) respectively? I'm questioning these because I have a measly i3-12100F and it can still do work. I would expect your "Good" CPU to be something like i5-12600K or Ryzen 7 5800X.

Spot on, HDDs have their place, and the performance hit of a HDD means you can store what you need on your budget, then it's all good in my book! Thanks for taking the time to comment. Cheers, Craig

Great question! AMD GPUs can offer great value for money, especially if you are looking for the most VRAM on a budget. From my perspective, Nvidia is just a very safe bet just now. An Nvidia GPU will run any 3D application you may need, driver updates are solid, and you will be covered should new AI features come out. Nvidia are also the most valuable company in the world as I write this, so I'd suggest that R&D development of their offering will only continue to improve with driver updates. But, as I said, for UE5, you will be fine with both AMD and Nvidia GPUs. Thanks for watching and for your excellent words of support! Cheers, Craig

Thanks for watching and commenting...you could always open 6000+ tabs in Chrome if you had 2TB of RAM...handy? Not so much, but it made a great LTT video a few years ago 😂 Cheers, Craig

@@utopiacomputers thanks but i have 32000 mb Ram

It also plays a mean Minesweeper 😉 Thanks for watching - Craig

Hey, thanks for the great question. I'd say an AMD 5600x is your best budget option. If you can afford the jump then anything above that will be beneficial (to a point). So, consider the 7600x if budget allows. For Intel, you'd really want to consider a 12600k or above, but AMD offers better value at the moment in this price point. Cheers and thanks for watching! Craig

Loving your positive vibes for your workstation! That's what it's all about...finding the right setup for you and enjoying the workflow! Thanks for watching and commenting, Cheers Craig! PS I am I the only person who wants a world with both AMD and Intel? 😂

Hey, thanks for watching and commenting! Your Intel Ultra 155H with 32GB of RAM should handle multiple layers in Photoshop just fine. The Intel Arc iGPU will be enough for basic tasks and standard edits, but you might hit performance limits with GPU-heavy features like advanced filters or very large files. For most users, it’ll perform well, but if you work on more complex projects, a computer with a dedicated GPU might be something to consider down the line. Happy editing, Craig

Awesome, loving the kind words! We're working on our next videos and hope to have more uploaded soon! Cheers, Craig

I choose 5600Mhz (not more) because of stability. I choose 96Gb (not 128) because 2 sticks are performed better then 4. Still not sure did my choice good. Money didn’t problem.

Hey there! First off, you’ve got a seriously impressive build-definitely ready to tackle Unreal Engine 5.4 and video production. Now, let’s dive into your questions: 1. Install Windows and UE5 on the Same SSD or Partition? You can install both on the same SSD without partitioning, especially since your Crucial T700 4TB Gen5 SSD is incredibly fast. Unreal Engine will benefit from the full speed of the drive when loading assets. Partitioning won't really give you a performance boost in this case, so I’d recommend keeping it simple-just install everything on the SSD as is. 2. RAM Choice - 96GB at 5600MHz: Your reasoning for 96GB (2 sticks over 4) is spot on. 2 sticks will give you better stability and avoid potential memory controller strain, which is especially important with higher capacity RAM. And 5600MHz is a solid choice-it’s fast but keeps stability in check, especially for a Ryzen 9 7950X. Honestly, you’ve made good decisions here. If money’s no issue and you really need more RAM down the line, you could always upgrade later, but 96GB should more than handle your workload for now. Overall Thoughts: Your build is beastly, and it looks like you’ve made smart choices with stability in mind. No need to second-guess it-you’re ready to crush those visualizations and video production projects. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your build and reasoning with our little community! Cheers, Craig

Sounds brilliant! Thanks for taking the time to comment :) Craig

Ps ... any advice suggestions for a good midrange laptop for Photoshop? I'm SOOOO confused by all the options out there ... from your video I decided to stick with Nvidia and Intel for stability, but I also know laptop GPU's are not as good as their desktop counterparts ... is it the same for CPU's? Also, so many laptops seem to perform differently usig same CPU and GPU ... really confusing which way to go and what to choose. I'd really appreciate any advice and guidance.

Thanks for the awesome comment! It's a balance running the business and making videos, but we love it and hope we can keep growing so we can justify more time for the channel :) A 250GB SSD for your Photoshop scratch disk can be enough, depending on how large the files you work with are and the kind of projects you're handling. If you're working on average projects (e.g., images under 1GB), 250GB will be fine. However, if you’re working on very large, multi-layered PSD files or high-res RAW images, you might run into space limitations. The Cost of SSDs are so low now, so most can justify the £50-£60 for a reasonable 1TB SATA SSD - they key being not to start using the drive for other things as you will potentially reduce performance. Cheers, Craig

I totally get it-laptops can be super confusing, especially with all the different options and specs that seem similar but perform differently. Let me break it down for you. Intel and Nvidia for Stability: You’re on the right track sticking with Intel and Nvidia for Photoshop-those two are a solid combination for reliability and driver support, especially for creative applications like Adobe Photoshop. Laptop GPU vs. Desktop GPU: You’re spot on that laptop GPUs generally aren’t as powerful as their desktop counterparts. Even when you see a laptop labelled with an RTX 4060 or 4070, it won’t match the performance of the desktop version. That said, mid-range Nvidia GPUs (like the RTX 3060 or 4070 mobile versions) are still really good for Photoshop tasks, especially if you’re not doing intensive 3D work. What About Laptop CPUs? It’s the same story with CPUs. A laptop version of an Intel i7 or i9 won’t be as powerful as a desktop version because laptops need to manage heat and power differently. But don’t worry, modern laptop CPUs-like Intel 13th Gen i7s or even i5s-are plenty powerful for Photoshop. Just make sure you look for the H-series or P-series (like an i7-13700H) because they’re built for performance, while U-series chips are more focused on battery life and tend to be slower. Why Do Laptops with the Same CPU/GPU Perform Differently? Great question. It comes down to a few things: Cooling: Laptops with better cooling systems (more fans, heat pipes, etc.) can run their CPUs and GPUs at higher speeds for longer. This is called thermal throttling, where a laptop with poor cooling slows down under heavy load to avoid overheating. Power Delivery: Some laptops limit how much power can be fed to the CPU and GPU to conserve battery or stay within design limits. This can impact performance even if two laptops have the same specs. What Should You Look For? Here’s what I’d recommend for a mid-range laptop for Photoshop: Intel i7 (H-series) or Ryzen 7 (H-series) CPU. These offer a great balance of performance and efficiency. Nvidia RTX 3060/4060 or higher. This will give you the CUDA cores and power for fast filters, liquify, and future-proofing. At least 16 GB of RAM (32 GB if possible). Photoshop loves RAM, especially with big files or multiple layers. SSD (512 GB minimum, preferably 1TB). You’ll need fast storage for scratch disk space and to keep things snappy. Some good brands to consider: Dell, ASUS, MSI and if you are lucky enough to be in Europe...Utopia >> www.utopiacomputers.co.uk :) Final Thoughts: Stick with a brand that has a good cooling system and high build quality. Reviews will help here-check for ones that mention thermal performance. And if you can, get your hands on one with a colour-accurate display (ideally with 100% sRGB coverage) to make your Photoshop work easier on the eyes.

Hello thanks for getting in touch! In Dopples FAQs, it mentions that 'You should be in regular full time or part time employment (with a minimum of 16 hours a week, unless you are retired or in receipt of certain benefits).' It's maybe an idea to speak with Dopple beforehand (they are really nice people) to see if you would qualify with your benefits - Ryan

The RTX 3070 is a more powerful GPU compared to the RTX 4060, however, if you're not in a hurry maybe wait a few months as NVIDIA will announce its new line-up which usually means the old gen cards will drop in price again

Hi Anton! For 3DS Max the majority of tasks involve a single high frequency core meaning you're wanting to look at the boost clocks. The 13700K boosts to around 5.4Ghz whereas the 7900X boost to 5.6Ghz however, Intels architecture allows it to be more efficient over longer renders and with 4 more cores you'll fine the Intel CPU will be an overall better CPU for other tasks.

Thank you for your response.

The RTX 4060 like you said offers a broader support system compared to AMDs RX range however, if you're looking for a boost in performance then you may need to look at the RTX 4060Ti or above. Ohhh if you're not in a rush, the new NVIDIA range might be announced soon 👀