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Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 System Requirements

Developed by Autodesk Inc. • Release Year: 2024

Industry-leading computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on for 2D and 3D drafting.

Hardware Requirements Specification (Verified)

Minimum Requirements Entry
Target: 2D Drafting & Simple Drawings
OSWindows 10 64-bit (Version 1809 or higher) / macOS 12+
Processor2.5–2.9 GHz processor (e.g. Intel Core i5-8400 / Ryzen 5 2600)
GraphicsDirectX 11 compliant GPU with 2GB VRAM (e.g. GTX 1050 / Intel Iris Xe)
Memory8 GB RAM
Storage10 GB (SSD Recommended)
DirectXDirectX 11
Recommended Requirements Sweet Spot
Target: Complex 2D/3D Modeling, Large Sheet Sets & Point Clouds
OSWindows 11 64-bit / macOS 14 Sonoma
Processor3.0+ GHz High Single-Thread Clock (e.g. Intel Core i7-13700K / Ryzen 7 7700X)
GraphicsDirectX 12 GPU with 8GB VRAM (e.g. RTX 3060 / RTX 4060 / NVIDIA RTX A2000)
Memory32 GB RAM
Storage20 GB (Fast NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12
Ultra / 4K / Ray Tracing Max
Target: Gigantic Civil 3D Datasets, BIM Integration & High-Res 3D Shaded Viewports
OSWindows 11 Pro 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i9-14900K (up to 6.0 GHz boost) / AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation (16GB VRAM)
Memory64 GB RAM
Storage1 TB (PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12 (Feature Level 12_0)

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What is the minimum RAM required for Autodesk AutoCAD 2025?

Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 requires a minimum of 8 GB of RAM to run. For optimal, stutter-free performance during intense gameplay, 32 GB of RAM is recommended.

What CPU is needed to run Autodesk AutoCAD 2025?

The minimum processor required for Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 is an 2.5–2.9 GHz processor (e.g. Intel Core i5-8400 / Ryzen 5 2600). To achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience at higher settings, an 3.0+ GHz High Single-Thread Clock (e.g. Intel Core i7-13700K / Ryzen 7 7700X) or higher is recommended.

What graphics card (GPU) do I need for Autodesk AutoCAD 2025?

The minimum graphics card needed to run Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 is an DirectX 11 compliant GPU with 2GB VRAM (e.g. GTX 1050 / Intel Iris Xe). For smooth 60 FPS gameplay at 1080p or 1440p high settings, an DirectX 12 GPU with 8GB VRAM (e.g. RTX 3060 / RTX 4060 / NVIDIA RTX A2000) is recommended. For 4K resolution and Ray Tracing, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation (16GB VRAM) is recommended.

How much storage space does Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 require?

Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 requires 10 GB (SSD Recommended) of available disk space. Installing the game on a high-speed Solid State Drive (SSD) is strongly recommended for faster loading times and seamless texture streaming.

Can I run Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 on Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Yes, Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 is fully compatible with Windows 10 64-bit (Version 1809 or higher) / macOS 12+ (64-bit systems). Older 32-bit operating systems are not supported.

What PC specs do I need to run Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 at 60 FPS?

To play Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 at a consistent 60+ FPS at 1080p/1440p, your PC should meet or exceed the recommended specs: 3.0+ GHz High Single-Thread Clock (e.g. Intel Core i7-13700K / Ryzen 7 7700X), DirectX 12 GPU with 8GB VRAM (e.g. RTX 3060 / RTX 4060 / NVIDIA RTX A2000), 32 GB RAM, and SSD storage.