MarkMc

I'm seeking that, though I've found very good options with custom. A little better with build which combined with cost might overcome the trepidation.

I've been looking around lately and pretty settled on a 9900k. From what I've seen good cooling with a proper case can prevent throttling. As to cores I've run a few simple tests on the Sager and while they don't max out I see all cores getting serious action with undo, some transform replicate and watercolor renderings (more so with lines on top) as with PBR it's not sustained but they are getting used. I'd still agree that the 9700K is a good bet though. As I've been looking around lately I've noticed is that even some custom builders are sticking in older motherboards. If I'm going desktop I want to be able to upgrade so for me that has become a factor. It's also something I don't know enough about yet. OTOH a lot have 2080 Ti for less than street value-wonder what's up with that. For me it was easier sorting out laptops, fewer good options I guess. As Graham noted - it can look like a great system and not perform as well as something lesser. From what I see it's the whole package and I think it starts with the case, MOBO, cooling-then finally CPU/GPU RAM...and/or budget. I've configured a couple of pretty nice machines at $3k (target budget) to $3400. Parts for the same are just about $1k less. In some instances with better options in that first category (one killer parts list at 2500). Still have not decided to build but in regardless I want to do some more research. and may go to a build it clinic at Microcenter next month to help decide. BTW-is anyone overclocking CPU or GPU? If so do you see a difference?

Not sure why I'm bothering at this point but I tried to figure out how I made the wall posted with plan earlier (that solves this). In the process I found that if you simply select the walls in question and uncheck no room molding the problem with the crown goes away. You can go ahead and drag the walls down but the issue with the room in PBR remains. The wall I posted solves the PBR issue. As it is now the wall I posted is a PIA to get the height correct which was why I tried to figure out what I did. In any case- image on left is just turning off no room molding, right is using walls posted earlier- just used them on the corner shower here.

I reported similar earlier and found a way to adjust walls. I don't remember what I did but have the walls saved. Crown Molding Test2.plan

I've done some similar as Millwork above casing. Takes a bit to sort out the symbol origins-easiest in 3D. Once I had one sorted; added to library then replace from since there was more than one thing going on with each window.

P lace existing symbol, uncheck height planes to change to 2 strecth planes- place one plane an inch from the bottom the other an inch from the top. Resize the object, save as symbol, redo the stretch zones so that the chamfers are locked. -example-current chamfer at 1.5" off each end, increase height by 2" so each chamfer is 2.5" off the ends. Unequal is possible but requires a second generation of symbol.

Made a crappy vid. thought it might be useful with some other things.

I don't do many vids, I think working through the problems you learn more (and I personally prefer old fashioned static images). In any case this required more images than I wanted to deal with and figured it might be useful to use with some things I've posted in the past. Chamfer_Cabinet.mp4

You can use a bow front cabinet-sides and back as just openings. Delete a few surfaces in 3D, convert to a symbol and rotate the symbol. Getting the curves right is likely easier done other ways where you can use a CAD detail to get the curves. But it can be done.

Full cost includes a year's SSA which at this point should mean you get the next upgrade. (but suggest you continue SSA after anyway). You can also rent to buy. I highly recommend Chiefs on line classes. Won't get you a discount but if you're serious will be up and running, not expert.

There aren't going to be videos, open the cabinet dbx to see settings. It's a matter of splitting the face, then delete what isn't needed from the vertical layout you want the chamfer on, resize the layout and change to side panel inset. Then open the symbols to look at stretch zones.

Stopped into the office and had found some millwork symbols I had, converted to a door (may already have those but didn't look further) Here is plan with cabinet and two door symbols, left and right. You can go from there. chamfer cabinet.plan

Yes. You have to make a door symbol, search in tips or symbols. Not sure if I did that exact but also look for beaded inset, beaded chamfer to get an idea (not at machine now)

What Tommy said or I usually just make em or hack existing (for parts)

that's odd- mine are fine and I know it did not change them since I never use them as I have my own.

Layersets only control what layers are active/viewed, the do not dimension defaults. Either use NKBA annotations, kitchen and bath plan view, or just the dimension set to NKBA dimension default.

I avoid SU models but when I must I test them in a new plan and if needed run through a mesh reduction program. (bit of voodoo that though) Ram won't help- higher single processor speed, more GPU memory unless you are already up to 8

Yes SU models can be an issue- depends on surface count, some but less on textures. Recently I've noticed from working with plans posted on the forum that have lots of layersets and anno sets (I mean lots) that those are slower than others. PDF inserted into plans also make a difference. Multiple views open, renderings, just plain larger files all have an impact. I also notice that to close and reopen occasionally can help. That said... Laptop versus desktop-the Sager laptop in my signature still holds it's own and I frequently work with- lots of windows open, files with lots of symbols, and multiple files open. I do keep everything as tidy as possible though. The Sager is 8-1/2 lbs. When I travel with it (and I do) I take the power brick. I don't know the weight but eventually invested in a top end backpack for the whole shebang. It has a desktop CPU faster than what you have, my 980m has 8Gb memory (you don't list that but it matters), having two NVMe SSDS in Raid 0 appears to help with undo (benchmark is crazy on that), and the machine has excellent cooling. For heat it also lets me bump the fans to full throttle with a keyboard, something I do often just in case. You can run a freeware program like HW Monitor to keep an eye on temps and component temps-I do when I know I'll be behaving badly. If you're machine doesn't have a way to bump the fan there is software out there for that but it gets tricky what machines they work with. So if you are willing to haul the weight there are laptops that can keep up. I've recently been looking into my next machine. A change in workflow and the thought that I can run the Sager part time on the road for a few years got me to consider desktops. Configuring both hi-end laptops and hi-end desktops with very similar specs I was surprised to see how little the cost difference is. Zip if you include a decent keyboard and monitor (I'll need a new monitor so I can still have 3 and likely get a keyboard) For me the choice starts to be simplicity of heat control and ability to upgrade. The Sager can be upgraded but it turns out it's not all that cost effective or practical. A desktop will be a bit better.

Maybe I had varied room heights on floor, structure was greyed out

Well match properties using Rooms doesn't allow you to change the structure. I marquis select the walls which get most if not all so pretty easy.

True but you can turn the floor into one room by temporarily changing all partition walls no room definition, make your change then make put back room definition.

You had me curious, 50% savings would add a another reason for me to get a desktop over a laptop and be able to do so sooner than I plan. So I tried two versions- both 9700k. A) Digital Storm base config at $1924 -few upgrades made it $2300; identical on Partspicker was $1902-savings $375 or 18% B) more upgrades- GPU, Optane ssd to replace the Samsung 970 Evo Pro, power supply, MOBO, cooling, DS $3800, PP $2900-savings $900 or 25% Almost a grand on the high end system is attractive. Aside from assembling it yourself, you give up (or do yourself) stress test, lifetime tech support, 3 years labor and 1 yr parts, OS installed, and the DS system has both processors overclocked and checked at NC on either version. Looks like it's a balance between hourly rate and cost savings. Pretty sure I could do it but I doubt that I could: unpack,sort everything (does PP send along a diagram for novices), plan it out, assemble it, install the OS, overclock, and check everything in a day. Likely those with experience could. Otherwise I guess if you just enjoy doing it, or want to learn. (or don't have enough regular work :)

I was surprised to find that what I want costs about the same between Digital Storm desktop and an HID laptop. Heat will be better but then I've not had issues with the Sager. Most laptops are coming with a different RTX card than what goes into desktops, there are a few exceptions.

The Dell offers the current GPU but slower RAM, no name SSD, lesser Mobo and only last gen CPU; not really a deal to me. If I were budgeting I'd sooner have newer pipeline and settle for last gen GPU since until software makes use of RTX features. Which is likely after the next generation is out and you'll have a base system that will keep up. I said "considering "

I've been considering moving to a desktop in the next year and had my eye on the mid tower Slade from Digital Storm Can be configured close in price to the Dell or there are more options and generally better components: available 9th gen CPU, faster ram, better MOBO standard, better SSDs ( SSD M.2 (500GB Samsung 970 EVO) (NVM Express) standard, power and cooling options. In the long run you might spend a bit more-if and how much you can decide. Since all those options can be daunting you can either fill out a form to email for advice or call and talk to a human for help with configuration. Worth a look anyway, I mean if you're gonna keep this one for seven years might as well investigate a little :)