Hi everyone,
I'm a solo freelancer working full-time in architectural visualization (3ds Max + Corona Renderer). My current main system is a Ryzen 9 5950X + 64GB DDR4 + RTX 3060, and I’ve just ordered a brand new workstation with Ryzen 9 9950X + 96GB DDR5 + RTX 5060, which will soon take over as my primary machine.
Now I’ve come across a solid deal on another 5950X, and I’m considering building a third PC, very similar to my current one — slightly improved in storage and airflow.
Initially, I’d use it as a Corona DR render node, but in the near future it might serve as a dedicated workstation for a potential assistant or collaborator, or just as a flexible extra system in a growing studio setup.
Here’s the build, available locally for around €1,050:
CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 5950X – €330
Motherboard: MSI B550-A PRO – €115
RAM: 32GB DDR4 3600MHz (already owned) + buying 32GB more to make 64GB – €65
SSD: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB PCIe 4.0 – €115
GPU: MSI RTX 3050 6GB VENTUS 2X OC – €190
PSU: be quiet! System Power 10 650W – €110
Case: be quiet! Silent Base 601 – €135
Cooler: Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360mm – brand new, still sealed – €0 (already owned)
💬 My thinking:
This setup would help offload CPU-heavy renders, shorten delivery times, and support a future team setup. I know the GPU is weak, but it's fine for CPU-only Corona DR. I’m not trying to future-proof in terms of platform, just build something cost-effective and reliable that still holds strong performance for the next 3–5 years.
➡️ Would you go ahead with this build at this price, or invest elsewhere?
I’m curious how others see the long-term value of a third PC in a solo/small-studio workflow.
Thanks in advance!
