Selecting a Render Mode

Different systems can produce different results with each render mode. Try each render mode before selecting a mode that works best for you.

To select a render mode:

  1. Click Tools > Options > 3D Viewport.
  2. Under Render Device, clear Automatic.
  3. Select a render mode:
    • CPU, if your CPU is significantly more powerful than your graphics card.
    • GPU, if you have a powerful video card such as an nVidia CUDA-enabled GPU with more than 1 GB VRAM.
    • Hybrid, if you have a balanced system with a good nVidia card and a comparable CPU.

For more information, see Getting Started with SOLIDWORKS Visualize in the SOLIDWORKS Visualize Help.