G6 Granite — Mid Workstation for SolidWorks and AutoCAD 3D
The G6 Granite is built for SolidWorks 2025 moderate assemblies, AutoCAD 2026 2D and 3D drafting, Revit 2026 on small to mid residential projects, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator running simultaneously, and Lightroom Classic catalogues up to 60,000 images. The Core Ultra 7 265K's higher boost frequency over the Ultra 5 delivers a measurable improvement in parametric rebuild time and AutoCAD 3D viewport responsiveness — not a spec-sheet difference but a day-to-day one. From £1800, built and stress-tested in Wolverhampton. The Granite is the mid-tier build across our CAD workstations, architecture workstations, and music production workstations ranges.
32GB DDR5 handles multi-application creative work and SolidWorks assemblies up to around 300 parts. If your assemblies run larger, or if you work with heavy Revit multi-discipline models, the G6 Obsidian with 64GB is the correct next step. If you are on the boundary, call Kevin before you order and he will confirm which build fits your workflow.
Not sure if this is the right spec for your software and project scale? Call Kevin on 01902 714533 — he will give you a straight answer.
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SPEC OVERVIEW, CORRECT FOR
G6 Granite — Full Specification
Core Ultra 7 265K for single-thread CAD performance, 32GB DDR5 for multi-application creative work, dual NVMe for project file separation, and 360mm liquid cooling for sustained performance throughout a full working day.
Processor
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, 20-core, LGA1851. Higher boost frequency than the Ultra 5 — measurable improvement in SolidWorks parametric rebuild and AutoCAD 3D viewport responsiveness on a single thread.
Memory
32GB DDR5. Covers SolidWorks assemblies up to around 300 parts, Revit on small residential projects, Photoshop open alongside Illustrator, and Lightroom catalogues up to 60,000 images. Large assembly work above 300 parts belongs on the G6 Obsidian.
Graphics
Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 8GB. Handles Photoshop GPU acceleration, Lightroom AI masking, and DaVinci Resolve GPU decoding. Not a rendering card — buyers needing GPU rendering should look at the G6 Quartz.
Primary Storage
1TB NVMe SSD. OS, applications, and active project files. Gen 4 speed for fast application loading and file access.
Secondary Storage
1TB NVMe SSD. Dedicated drive for project files, CAD models, and sample libraries. Keeps I/O conflicts off the OS drive during active work sessions.
Motherboard
Gigabyte H810M H, mATX, LGA1851. Standard connectivity and dual NVMe support. mATX form factor in the G6 Stealth case gives a compact, clean build.
Cooling
360mm AIO liquid cooler. Keeps the Core Ultra 7 265K at rated boost frequencies throughout a working day of sustained CAD or audio processing. Air cooling at this CPU tier produces throttling under continuous load.
Operating System
Windows 11 Home, pre-installed and activated. Drivers and BIOS confirmed before dispatch. Windows 11 Pro available on request for domain join, BitLocker, or Remote Desktop.
SPECIFICATION RATIONALE
Why This Specification for Mid-Tier CAD and Creative Work
Every component in the Granite is chosen for the specific demands of moderate SolidWorks assemblies, multi-application creative work, and sustained processing throughout a full working day.
Core Ultra 7: the single-core step that matters for CAD
Parametric model rebuild in SolidWorks and viewport responsiveness in AutoCAD 3D run on a single thread. The Core Ultra 7 265K's higher boost frequency over the Ultra 5 produces a measurable improvement in these operations — not a spec-sheet difference but a day-to-day one.
32GB: covers professional CAD and multi-application creative
Handles SolidWorks assemblies up to around 300 parts, Revit on small residential projects, Photoshop open alongside Illustrator, and Lightroom catalogues up to 60,000 images. The ceiling for heavy SolidWorks users is still 32GB — large assembly work above 300 parts belongs on the G6 Obsidian.
Dual NVMe: second drive for project files
The second NVMe holds project files, CAD models, and sample libraries depending on the workload. Keeping projects off the OS drive reduces I/O conflicts and keeps the machine responsive during active work. For music production buyers, it holds sample libraries at full size.
The 360mm AIO keeps the Core Ultra 7 at rated boost frequencies throughout a working day of parametric modelling or sustained audio processing. Air cooling at this CPU tier produces thermal throttling under continuous load. Liquid cooling removes that variable.
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
What the G6 Granite Handles
Confirmed software performance at the G6 Granite specification. Project scales based on 32GB DDR5 and Core Ultra 7 265K.
SolidWorks 2025
Parametric CAD
Moderate assemblies, up to around 300 parts with mates. Fast parametric rebuild on Core Ultra 7 single-core.
AutoCAD 2026
2D and 3D drafting
Multi-layout drawings, xref-heavy project files, and AutoCAD 3D viewport. Responsive at this spec.
Revit 2026
BIM modelling
Small to mid residential, single discipline. 32GB handles standard residential project scales without paging.
Photoshop + Illustrator
Multi-application creative
Both applications open simultaneously with 32GB. Photoshop GPU acceleration active via RTX 5060 Ti.
Performance descriptors are indicative. Actual performance depends on project complexity, settings, and system configuration.
THE GRANITE IN CONTEXT
What 32GB and a Faster CPU Actually Changes
The upgrade from the G6 Slate to the Granite is felt in two places: the point at which SolidWorks makes you wait, and the moment 16GB runs out of headroom. In a Slate with 16GB, a SolidWorks assembly above 100 parts starts to page to disk during rebuild. The response time slows. In the Granite with 32GB and a Core Ultra 7, that same assembly rebuilds without the machine becoming the bottleneck.
The Core Ultra 7 265K's higher boost frequency is not theoretical. In AutoCAD 3D, orbit and pan in a complex drawing is noticeably more fluid. In SolidWorks, the time between editing a sketch and seeing the model update is shorter. For a professional doing this thirty times a day, that adds up to something meaningful.
32GB also opens up multi-application creative work. Photoshop and Illustrator open simultaneously, Lightroom with a 60,000-image catalogue, Ableton Live or Cubase with moderate sample library loading — the Granite handles all of these without memory pressure. If your SolidWorks assemblies regularly exceed 300 parts, or if you are working with Revit multi-discipline linked models, the G6 Obsidian with 64GB is the correct next step.
NOT SURE IF THIS IS THE RIGHT SPEC?
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The software you use and the version
Your typical file sizes or project scales
Whether you need to run multiple applications simultaneously — and which ones
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HOW YOUR WORKSTATION IS BUILT
Built by Hand in Wolverhampton
Every G6 Granite is assembled, configured, and tested by Kevin's team before it ships. The 360mm liquid cooler is fitted and confirmed performing correctly before the 24-hour test begins.
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Spec confirmed for your workflow
Before the build begins, the configuration is reviewed against your software and project scale. If you have spoken to Kevin, the spec is confirmed against what he knows about your SolidWorks assembly sizes, your Revit project scope, or your multi-application creative setup. The second NVMe drive is designated for project files or sample libraries depending on your workload, and noted on the build sheet.
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Hand-assembled with liquid cooling fitted
The Granite is assembled by hand in Wolverhampton. The 360mm AIO is mounted and checked for correct thermal contact before the system is closed. Cables are routed to support airflow inside the case, reduce dust build-up around components, and keep future maintenance straightforward. BIOS settings and memory profiles are confirmed before the 24-hour test begins, to prevent configuration conflicts and startup issues from the first day of use.
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24-hour test and dispatch
Every Granite runs under sustained CPU and GPU load for a full day before it ships. The test replicates the kind of sustained load a SolidWorks session or an extended Lightroom export puts on the machine. The liquid cooler's performance is monitored throughout — the Core Ultra 7 must maintain rated boost without throttling for the full duration before the machine is cleared for dispatch. Music production DPC latency configuration is available on request and applied before dispatch — arrange this at order stage.
24-HOUR STRESS TEST COVERS
Thermal behaviour under sustained load
Processor and graphics stability during extended use
Memory responsiveness and system stability
Storage performance and consistency
BIOS and firmware stability
System stability under extended use
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
G6 Granite — Common Questions
With 32GB DDR5, SolidWorks 2025 handles assemblies up to around 300 parts with mates, standard configurations, and PDM running alongside. Below that threshold the machine is responsive throughout the working day. Above 300 parts, particularly with complex mate relationships or large surface models, 32GB starts to limit performance as the system pages to disk during rebuild. For assemblies consistently above 300 parts, the G6 Obsidian with 64GB is the correct build. If you are near the boundary, call Kevin and tell him your typical part count.
Yes. Running Photoshop and Illustrator simultaneously is one of the primary use cases the Granite is sized for. With 32GB, both applications hold their working state in RAM without the machine slowing as you switch between them. Photoshop GPU acceleration via the RTX 5060 Ti is active for Generative Fill, Neural Filters, and canvas operations. If you also run InDesign or Lightroom alongside both applications at the same time, call Kevin and describe your typical open applications — he will confirm whether 32GB covers your specific setup.
The Granite uses a Core Ultra 7 265K with 32GB DDR5, an RTX 5060 Ti, and dual 1TB NVMe drives. The G6 Obsidian uses an Intel Core i9-14900KF with 64GB DDR5, an RTX 5070 12GB, and dual 2TB NVMe drives. The Obsidian handles SolidWorks assemblies above 300 parts, Revit with multi-discipline linked models, full orchestral templates in Kontakt, and 4K video editing in DaVinci Resolve. If your current projects fit within the Granite's scales, the Granite is the correct build. If you regularly push beyond them, the Obsidian is the better long-term choice.
Yes, for most AutoCAD 3D workflows. 32GB handles complex 3D drawings, multi-layout projects, heavy xref stacks, and AutoCAD 3D model files without memory pressure. The Core Ultra 7 265K's single-thread performance means viewport responsiveness in AutoCAD 3D is significantly better than on a budget quad-core machine. Where 32GB becomes a consideration is if you run AutoCAD 3D alongside Civil 3D or Revit simultaneously with large project files. If that describes your workflow, call Kevin before ordering.
Under moderate working load — AutoCAD 2D, Photoshop, standard web browsing — the Granite is quiet. The 360mm AIO runs its fans at low speed for the majority of a standard working day. Under sustained heavy load such as a SolidWorks rebuild of a large assembly, fan speed increases but remains within the range most people find acceptable in a professional environment. The G6 Stealth case is specifically chosen for its acoustic properties. If near-silent operation is a priority, call Kevin and he will advise on the options.
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