Performance

Explore how AMD Ryzen processors perform in Blender for tasks like 3D modeling, sculpting, animation, and CPU rendering. Learn which Ryzen tiers (Ryzen 5, 7, 9, Threadripper) are best suited for your Blender workflow and budget.

Discover the best CPUs for Blender in 2024-2025, from budget-friendly options to high-performance workstation processors. Learn how CPU cores, clock speed, and architecture impact Blender tasks like modeling, sculpting, simulation, and CPU rendering with Cycles.

Discover the best GPUs for Blender in 2024-2025, from NVIDIA's RTX 40 & 50 series to AMD's Radeon RX 7000 series. Learn how VRAM, cores, and APIs like OptiX & HIP impact Cycles and Eevee performance for all budgets.

Learn what contributes to large .blend file sizes, including mesh density, textures, packed data, and simulation caches. Discover effective strategies to manage and reduce file sizes in Blender for a more efficient workflow, such as cleaning unused data, optimizing textures, using instances, and managing external data.