Updated System Info Checks and Removal of OpenCL Version Requirement (2025 SP3)

Hardware requirements have been streamlined and brought up to date with the 3DS Stellar Fast and Accurate modes, as well as the AMD ProRender Accurate mode.

Benefits: These updates help ensure that your machine meets current rendering requirements and avoid potential issues.

The System Information dialog box includes the following updates:
Component Previous Requirement Updated Requirement
System Memory 8 GB 16 GB
Free Disk Space 2 GB 10 GB
Graphics Memory 1 GB 4 GB
Vulkan Version   1.3 required for 3DS Stellar Fast
1.2 required for AMD ProRender
OpenCL Version 1.2 or higher No longer required

Refer to the latest SOLIDWORKS Visualize system requirements for a detailed breakdown.

Raytracing Initialization Notice: If you have not used raytracing before, a warning appears under Tools > Options > 3D Viewport in the Render Device option. You must initialize the render engine before selecting a GPU device.

The render engine initializes automatically the first time you switch to a raytraced render mode such as 3DS Stellar Accurate or AMD ProRender.