Lumion 12 | Chip Render Farm | Cheapest CPU & GPU Cloud Render Farm https://chiprender.com " Simple and fast cloud rendering solution " Tue, 27 Feb 2024 09:56:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://chiprender.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cropped-Chip-Logo-Favicon-1-32x32.png Lumion 12 | Chip Render Farm | Cheapest CPU & GPU Cloud Render Farm https://chiprender.com 32 32 Make realistic materials with surface decals in Lumion https://chiprender.com/make-realistic-materials-with-surface-decals-in-lumion/ Sat, 02 Dec 2023 06:00:59 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3479 In the real life & digital world, the smallest details do matter. Discover how to make realistic materials with surface decals in Lumion.

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Discover how to make your materials more realistic with surface decals in Lumion.

In the real life and digital world, the smallest details do matter. The more details, the more your clients will feel like they are visiting the real thing. Surface decals is a new feature in Lumion 12. It will help you to achieve that result by adding wall art, murals, patterns, scratches, markings, signage, or even damage and imperfections. 

In this post, Chip Render will show you how to make realistic materials with surface decals in Lumion.

1. Lumion surface decals

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Decals on the train, image by Lumion.

Surface decals is a brand-new feature coming up with Lumion 12. However, it is only available in Lumion Pro. There are 142 surface decals in the Lumion Pro content library. Below are collections of decals:

  • Asphalt damage
  • Chalk drawings
  • Maintenance hole covers
  • Dirt
  • Drain damage
  • Exposed brick
  • Leaves
  • Mold
  • Moss
  • Paint
  • Plaster
  • Potholes
  • Road markings
  • Rust
  • Wall damage
  • Wall stickers

Do you know what’s more? You are able to make your own decals and place them on any surface in your project.

2. Add surface decals in Lumion

Go to “Effects” in “Place” mode. Decals is the last subcategory. Click it, you will see several types of surface decals. They are grouped in collections. You can also check the collections in the previous session.

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Decals location, image by Lumion.

Choose one decal you like and project it on any surface. The surface can be a wall, road, furniture, etc. You can make changes to the decal like any object in Lumion, including size, color, transparency, range, orientation, and more.

By that, you easily add a more natural look to your design.

3. Import custom surface decals into Lumion

Even though 142 ready-to-use surface decals in the Lumion content library are quite many and can be used for several purposes, there are times you could not find a suitable one. Because you want a special and customized decal. In this case, from Lumion 12.3, you easily import an image and let Lumion turn that image into a custom decal for you. After that, the custom decal will be applied and modified like other objects.

Go to Effects > Decals. Select Custom decal (Lumion logo) and place it on a surface. Next is to replace that Lumion logo with the image you want to show on the surface. Once placed, open the decal’s property settings and click on ‘Show more.’

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Custom decal location, image by Lumion.

Click the square button right next to the Blend colors slider and choose an image to add. The image will be imported and turned into a decal. Next, configure it like surface decals. Don’t forget to adjust the scale and blend with the surface behind it for a more realistic look.

Wrap up

All the above are about Surface decals in Lumion 12, and how to make realistic materials with surface decals in Lumion. With this new feature, you capture all the character, imperfection, and beauty found in real-world materials with ease.

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]]> 4 ways to reduce render time in Lumion https://chiprender.com/4-ways-to-reduce-render-time-in-lumion/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 06:00:31 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3472 When your project is too complex or hardware is not powerful, your render speed decreases. Discover 4 ways to reduce render time in Lumion.

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Discover 4 ways to reduce render time in Lumion – a powerful rendering software for architecture.

When your project is too complex or your hardware is not powerful enough, your render speed will decrease. As a result, the screen might go white and your PC may become sluggish when rendering. So how can we improve the render speed? In this post, Chip Render will show you 4 ways to reduce render time in Lumion.

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Stahl House at night, rendered in Lumion 12.

1. Optimize your project

You can try to reduce the number of each of the following elements in your project to shorten the render time of a Photo or a Clip: 

  • Different models that are added to the Project.
  • 3D Points in the top right corner of Build Mode.
  • Textures/materials (also their resolution).
  • Movie/Photo Effects you are using, especially, the Sky Light and Hyperlight effects.
  • Reflection Planes that you have added and are using in the Reflection Effect.
  • Sky Light in Planar Reflections in the Sky Light Effect is turned on.
  • Spotlights that are set to Shadows: Dynamic in the Project.
  • Spotlights you have chosen in the Global Illumination Effect.
  • Large surfaces that are assigned as 3D Grass Materials or Foliage.
  • Video Textures assigned to materials.

2. Change Output Settings

You also are able to reduce the time it takes to render by lowering the Output quality, the Frames per second, and the Output resolution.

  • Output quality: 1 – 5 star.
  • Frames per second: 25, 30, 60, 200.
  • Output resolution: 640 x 360, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 2560 x 1440, 3840 x 2160.

4 ways to reduce render time in Lumion change output settings

For instance, rendering a movie at 1280 x 720 pixels in 3-star quality and 25 frames per second is a lot faster than rendering a movie at 3840 x 2160 pixels in 5-star quality and 60 frames per second.

3. Upgrade your hardware

Two tips above will help to make the most of Lumion with your current hardware. But they also might reduce the quality of your work. Why do we let the hardware limit our creativity and our work quality? It is better to upgrade your computer to remove that limit. Especially if you have demanding, detailed, and very complicated projects. You may have to change the System Memory (RAM), the GPU, or perhaps the whole PC.

If you do not know where to start, we have some recommendations for you:

4. Use Chip Render Farm for rendering your Lumion projects

Having a powerful PC ensures a smooth experience while you are working with Lumion. But for the render process, Cloud Rendering service is a better solution if you are in one of these cases:

  • Your projects are too complex, and take days to complete.
  • You have a tight deadline, the due date is coming near.
  • You want to keep your computer free to continue the creative task.
  • Your budget is not enough to build or buy a new strong PC, etc.

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]]> Lumion vs Lumion Pro Comparison [Version 12.5] https://chiprender.com/lumion-vs-lumion-pro-comparison/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:50 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3335 There are two editions available for Lumion 12.5, Standard & Professional. Compare Lumion vs Lumion Pro, which edition should we choose.

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At the end of May 2022, Lumion released version 12.5. As usual, there are two editions available, Standard and Professional. In this post, Chip Render will compare Lumion vs Lumion Pro and see which edition you should select and purchase.

This post is dedicated to the Lumion 12.5 version.

Lumion vs Lumion Pro Comparison

With a Lumion Pro license, you have full access to the whole collection of library content, features, and effects. Whereas, Lumion Standard has a limited selection of effects and one-third of the content library.

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Below are the detailed differences between Lumion vs Lumion Pro.

Lumion Standard Lumion Pro
Price €1499 €2999
License Perpetual floating license
Object Library assets 2229 assets 6903 assets
Material Library assets 1243 materials

1357 materials, including 114 materials exclusive to Lumion Pro:

  • Customizable 3D grass material: 14
  • PureGlass® stock materials: 81
  • Fur: 10
  • Leaf materials: 9
Special effects 104 effects

112 effects, including 8 effects exclusive to Lumion Pro:

  • Speedray reflections
  • Concept: Outlines
  • Lighting: Volumetric Light for spotlights and omni lights
  • Sky & Weather: Aurora Borealis, Precipitation
  • Animation: Animated Phasing, Titles
  • Tools/Utilities: Sound
Surface decals x 142
3D ambient sound x 123 sound effects
Title effect styles 14 basic styles 27 styles
Text-in-3D-Scene x ✓
Volumetric fire x 8
Lights and utilities 42 44
Area/Line lights x ✓
PureGlass® x ✓
Foliage for materials x ✓
2D background sound/music (.wav) x ✓

Merge project files

for team collaboration

 x ✓
Upgraded OpenStreetMap import

(with height and satellite maps)

 x ✓

Lumion vs Lumion Pro - FAQ

1. Where can I buy Lumion?

You can buy a Lumion license, Standard or Professional, directly on their official website or from your local reseller.

2. Can I try Lumion before buying?

Yes. You can try and use Lumion for free for 14 days with the Free Trial. This version, however, only includes limited features and 15% of the content library. Also, renders contain watermarks. After the trial expires, you need to buy a new license to continue using it.

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Residential home interior, rendered in Lumion 12.

3. Are there any discounts for students?

Lumion provides educational licenses for full-time students, lecturers, and academic programs. This license is free and unlimited, including all the features, tools, and content in Lumion Pro. For students, the license is one year long. But you can renew it as long as you are still a student. In addition, renders are watermarked and can’t be used for commercial.

4. Is it possible to upgrade from Lumion to Lumion Pro?

You can upgrade from Lumion to Lumion Pro anytime and pay the difference in price between the two licenses. This is a great way to get started with a lower investment before committing to Lumion Pro. You can purchase an upgrade on their official website or from your local reseller.

5. Is Lumion license perpetual?

Yes. Lumion license is a lifetime license. You can use the license indefinitely and install it on multiple computers. You can use it on any of those computers, but not at the same time.

To sum up, the Standard version of Lumion has limited library content and effects, while the Lumion Pro version has all the content and features. This difference corresponds to their price. You should choose one edition suitable for your purpose and budget.

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]]> Lumion license: How it works & Chip Render https://chiprender.com/lumion-license-how-it-works/ Sun, 26 Nov 2023 06:00:37 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3327 You need to buy a license to use Lumion - powerful 3D rendering software. Discover how Lumion license works & how to use it on Chip Render.

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Discover how Lumion license works and how it works on Chip Render.

Lumion is 3D rendering software made especially for architects. If you have a 3D model of your design, Lumion can help you bring it to life. In order to take advantage of the application, you need to buy a Lumion license.

In this post, Chip Render will show you how Lumion license works and how to use Lumion license on Chip Render.

How does Lumion license system work?

When you purchase a Lumion license, you will receive a license key in your email. This is a floating license, it works the same as network licenses. You can use the license indefinitely and you can install a single Lumion license key on multiple computers of yours. However, if two or more people want to use one single Lumion license key on many computers at the same time, you need to add more seats to your license.

Lumion needs internet access to open and shut down Lumion, as well as to use the following functionality: MyLumion uploads, OpenStreetMap downloads, and uploading videos to YouTube in Movie Mode.

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How does Lumion license system work?

About Chip Render

Chip Render is a powerful and affordable GPU rendering solution for 3D artists, designers, and architects. It provides Cloud Workstations with cutting-edge hardware to handle any kind of project. Especially, it support real-time rendering software such as Lumion, Enscape, Twinmotion, D5, Unreal Engine, and more. Unlike usual render farms, Chip Render provides cloud rendering under the IaaS model. You rent our powerful remote workstations and use them just like your own computer.

How to use Lumion license on Chip Render?

Therefore, you will need to install Lumion (one time) and use your own license on Chip Render. How to do that? Let’s find out.

  • If you have extra licenses or seats, everything is easy. After installing Lumion on the remote workstation, add your key to open and start using Lumion.
  • If you only have one license, you need to transfer that license to the remote workstation to use. On your local computer, click on the Quit button on Lumion software, Lumion will release the License Key. Because the Quit button connects to the Lumion server. You might need to wait a few minutes for the system to release your key. Then, the software will automatically close. This process requires the internet, so make sure you are always connected.

The next step is to install Lumion on the Chip Render Cloud Workstation. There are two options:

1. Download Lumion from your Lumion account. The downloaded version from your account already has a key license embedded, so you can open it without adding anything.

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2. If your Lumion version is 9.0.2, 10.3.2, 10.0 pro, or 11.0.1, then Lumion will ask for your key when you open it. Please find your “Getting started with Lumion” email to take the key code.

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Note: before you leave our server, make sure you have deactivated your license of Lumion.

Lumion license - FAQ

1. Is Lumion license floating or node-locked?

All Lumion License Keys are floating network licenses that are managed by a cloud-based license server.

2. How do you release a Lumion License Key?

Once you click on the Quit button, Lumion will automatically release the License Key. Note: The computer must have internet access.

3. Error message ‘No license seats are currently available’

“No license seats are currently available” means all the Seats of the embedded License Key in your Lumion installation are currently in use on another computer(s). To solve this issue, you close Lumion on the computer(s) that Lumion is running on.

4. Error message ‘Your License Key has expired’

‘Your License Key has expired’ means that your license/version has already expired. A Student License Key is valid for 365 days after your application has been approved, while a Lumion Trial is valid for 14 days since you first start Lumion.

You need to uninstall that Lumion version and buy a new license.

5. How can you use Lumion on more than one PC at the same time?

To use Lumion on more than one PC at the same time, there are two ways:

  • Buy a License Key with multiple Seats.
  • Buy a separate License Key for each PC.

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]]> 12 things you should know about Lumion https://chiprender.com/12-things-you-should-know-about-lumion/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 06:00:30 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3317 For beginners, you may have lots of questions. Discover 12 things you should know about Lumion or its most frequently asked questions.

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Discover 12 things you should know or most FAQs about Lumion.

Architects are too familiar with Lumion, a real-time architectural rendering software. Developed by Act-3D, since 2010, Lumion has grown to include hundreds of thousands of users all over the world and become one of the most powerful rendering software for architectural visualization.

This is because Lumion makes it easy to convey how your projects will translate into real-life experiences and emotions. With a large content library, features, and intuitive tools, it also gives you the full creative freedom to bring your exteriors, interiors, and landscapes to life.

For beginners, you may have lots of questions about this software. In this post, Chip Render will answer 12 things you should know about Lumion or the most frequently asked questions about this amazing application. This post is dedicated to Lumion 12 and older versions.

1. What can be Lumion used for?

Lumion is architectural rendering software that helps architects and designers breathe life and beauty into their CAD and 3D models. From single residential to large-scale urban plans; exteriors, interiors, landscapes, and more. You can create any building, landscape, and region with Lumion.

12 things you should know about lumion scorpia interior

Scorpia interior, view from above, rendered in Lumion 12. Model design by Adam Ingram (Ark Visuals).

2. Is Lumion easy to learn?

For those who have not played computer games, learning to navigate with the user interface of Lumion will take just a few minutes of practice. In one afternoon, you can learn by yourself to make visualizations of your designs.

3. What do you need to run Lumion?

You can check the detailed Lumion System Requirements (including minimum, recommended, and high-end specifications) to find out if your PC can run Lumion. Below are some high-end PC requirements for achieving fast, non-laggy, and stable performance in Lumion:

  • A powerful and fast GPU with a 20,000+ PassMark Score and VRAM of 11 GB or more.
  • CPU with more than 4.0 GHz and 8 cores.
  • RAM 64 GB. If you are only doing simple scenes, you can get by with 16GB, but this amount of RAM is not ideal for large, complex scenes.
  • 64-bit Windows 10.
  • A 1000-watt Gold- or Titanium-rated 80+ power supply.
  • 40 GB free storage space on a fast drive such as an m.2 NVME drive (Lumion needs about 20 GB of free storage space).

4. Which processor is best for Lumion?

Lumion benefits a lot from high single-core performance. So, a CPU with many cores is not necessary. It is better to have a CPU with strong single-core performance.

You can run Lumion with a CPU that clocks at 3.0 GHz or has 2000 PassMark scores, or higher. But a CPU scoring more than 2600 PassMark is advised to keep up with a fast GPU. Because a weak CPU will practically block those extra benefits you would have received.

Some CPU recommendations for Lumion:

  • AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3955WX @ 3.90GHz (16 cores)
  • AMD Ryzen 9 5950X 3.4GHz (16 cores)
  • Intel Core i5-12600K ‎3.7GHz (10 cores) 
  • Intel Core i9 12900K 3.2GHz (16 cores)

5. Can I use Lumion without a graphics card?

Lumion needs a dedicated graphics card (as powerful as possible). Integrated graphics, such as Intel HD graphics chips, are not supported. You can refer to Best GPU for Lumion 12 here to find a suitable graphics card for your PC.

Some GPU recommendations for Lumion:

  • Nvidia RTX 3070 (8GB)
  • Nvidia RTX 3090 (24GB)

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Bedroom on a rainy day, rendered in Lumion 12.

6. Can I use Lumion without the internet?

No, it is not possible to use Lumion without an internet connection.

7. How much does Lumion cost?

Lumion 12 is available in Standard or Pro editions:

  • Lumion Standard costs €1499/license.
  • Lumion PRO costs €2999/license.

If two or more people want to use a single Lumion license key on multiple computers at the same time, then you need to add seats to your license. Extra seats cost €1499/seat for Lumion Standard, cost €2999/seat for Lumion Pro.

In addition, Lumion offers free educational licenses for full-time students and educators. The license is free and unrestricted for a year (student) and for 3 years (faculty).

8. Is Lumion a one-time purchase?

When you buy a Lumion license, you are getting what is called a ‘floating license’. These are effectively the same as network licenses. You can use the license indefinitely and you can install a single Lumion license key on multiple computers that belong to you (either a natural person or legal entity).

9. Can I use Lumion for free?

Lumion is free for students, lecturers, and academic programs, including all the features, tools, and content in Lumion Pro. You can apply for a free educational license here.

Or you can experience the Lumion Trial for 14 days.

10. What CAD software is compatible with Lumion?

12 things you should know about lumion cad software

Lumion supports the most common CAD and BIM software. The supported model file formats are:

  • .DAE (Collada)
  • .SKP (SketchUp)
  • .FBX
  • .DWG
  • .DXF
  • .3DS
  • .OBJ
  • .MAX (Requires a 3ds Max installation)

Besides, you can directly import using LiveSync from this software: SketchUp, Revit, ArchiCAD, Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, BricsCAD, AutoDesk FormIT, and AllPlan.

11. Which is better Lumion or Enscape, Twinmotion, etc?

Each software has its own advantages and disadvantages. One is better than the other in specific features. But it’s not too much to say Lumion is one of the most powerful 3D rendering software for architectural visualization. Learn “5 Reasons to use Lumion for Architectural Visualization”.

12. How do I speed up the rendering process?

Lumion itself is fast and intuitive. But the rendering process is still a hassle if you have complex projects or a weak computer. You can optimize the projects by lowering the quality, and resolution.

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]]> 5 Reasons to Use Lumion for Architectural Visualization https://chiprender.com/5-reasons-to-use-lumion-for-architectural-visualization/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:47 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3308 Discover the top 5 reasons why we should use Lumion for Architectural Visualization - creating beautiful renders quickly and easily.

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Discover the top 5 reasons why we should use Lumion for Architectural Visualization.

Architectural visualization is in high demand. Clients want to see how their house or their building is in real life and in an intuitive way. Also, they may want architects to show the project right away, in real time. Well, 3D software and technology have been constantly developed to meet those expectations.

Lumion is that kind of innovation. It is not too much to say Lumion is the most powerful 3D rendering software for architectural visualization. It helps architects to create beautiful renders and create them quickly and easily. In this post, Chip Render will explore 5 reasons to use Lumion for Architectural Visualization.

1. Fast 3D rendering

Lumion is built with time-saving in mind. It allows you to set up a visualization in just a few minutes and make fast alterations as you go. With the help of fully-featured terrains (ranging from rural forests to urban neighborhoods), interior and exterior furnishings, and thousands of objects in Lumion’s vast content library, you are able to create context around your project quickly.

Thanks to Lumion’s cutting-edge GPU rendering technology, you also can produce photos, films, and 360-degree panoramas in a fraction of time.

5 reasons to use lumion for architectural visualization fast rendering

Scorpia, rendered in Lumion 12. Model design by Adam Ingram (Ark Visuals).

2. Massive visualizations

With 3D rendering technology, Lumion is capable of handling massive models or large regions with no lag in editing or rendering. There is no limit to the amount of detail you can add to your renders by utilizing thousands of objects in the Lumion content library. For instance, adding tens of thousands of trees, plants, people, or buildings takes only a few seconds.

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Startup incubator, rendered in Lumion 12. Model design by Charles Infante and Emely Córdova.

3. Accomplish more with creative visualizations

Visualization has traditionally been subject to several limitations. Software is complicated most of the time, and rendering is a time- and effort-consuming process. Lumion changes the game by offering tools that anyone can use.

Moreover, graphics training is not necessary. The real-time editing and rendering allow you or your company to take advantage of the opportunities that immersive visualization has to offer. For instance, you may immediately customize a video, and connect SketchUp or Revit to Lumion in real-time, giving your work an artistic or photorealistic feel instantly.

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Building exterior and streetscape, rendered in Lumion 12. Model design by Bridge Con.

4. Large object and foliage library

Fast 3D rendering is just one of the factors for architects to achieve outstanding results. You also need beautiful skies, water, grass, materials, plants, people, trees, and many more objects to make stunning visualizations showcasing your project.

There is a vast content library including tools, materials, and artistic effects in Lumion. Besides, everything is seamlessly connected, allowing you to add trees, people, and other stuff right away and instantly give your visualizations life, lighting, and atmosphere.

5. All by yourself!

Without any prior training, any architect still can make beautiful 3D movies and images inside Lumion without all the hassle. This is because this software is designed to be a functional, reliable tool. Lumion will help you save time and money. Moreover, you do not have to outsource visualization.

All you need is a 3D model, and Lumion takes care of the rest.

To sum up, now you know the 5 best advantages of using Lumion. In general, Lumion is great, easy-to-use 3D rendering software for architects to visualize your designs.

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]]> Best GPU for Lumion 12 https://chiprender.com/best-gpu-for-lumion-12/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:57 +0000 https://chiprender.com/?p=3273 Since Lumion is heavily reliant on GPU processing power, let’s find out what is the best GPU for Lumion 12.

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Lumion 12 is a great architectural visualization tool for every architect. It helps to bring your design to life in minutes. It is fast and reliable, but how fast does it run on your computer? Since Lumion is heavily reliant on GPU processing power, let’s find out what is the best GPU for Lumion 12.

Besides, you can download and run the Lumion trial to check your PC’s benchmark result.

What is the Best GPU for Lumion 12?

Depending on the project type and budget, you can get one suitable GPU for yourself as long as it meets the minimum hardware requirements. However, as Lumion only needs a dedicated GPU, we highly recommend you get the most powerful GPU you can afford. There are two things you also should take into consideration: PassMark score and Graphics card memory (VRAM).

PassMark score

You should get a GPU with as many PassMark points as possible. According to Lumion System Requirements:

  • Minimal: 7000 or higher PassMark scores

Examples: Quadro P2000, Quadro K6000, Radeon R9 290, Radeon Pro W5500, Quadro M5000, GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER, Radeon RX 5600, Quadro P5000, GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER, GeForce RTX 2060, Radeon RX 5600 XT.

  • Recommended: 14000 or higher PassMark scores

Some examples: Radeon RX 5700 XT, Quadro RTX 4000, Quadro P6000, Quadro RTX 8000, Radeon RX 6700 XT, GeForce RTX 2080, GeForce RTX 3060, GeForce RTX 3070, GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, Radeon PRO W6800.

  • High-end: 20000 or higher PassMark scores

Examples: NVIDIA RTX 3090, NVIDIA RTX 3080, AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, Quadro RTX 6000, NVIDIA RTX A5000,  NVIDIA RTX A6000.

best gpu for lumion 12 benchmark

 

GPU benchmarks by PassMark

Graphics card memory (VRAM)

The more VRAM is available, the more details, textures, and models can be loaded, processed, and rendered by your GPU.

  • Minimal: 4 GB+ (6 GB+ for rendering movies in 4K resolution)
  • Recommended: 8 GB+
  • High-end: 11 GB+

Best GPU for Lumion 12 - GPU Recommendations

From the recommended hardware requirements above, what is the Best GPU for Lumion 12?

Everyone has different needs and budgets, so we recommend 2 GPUs below. One is for complex designs and projects (recommended requirement), and one is for ultra-complex designs and projects with several high-end features (high-end requirement).

 

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Lumion Benchmark on Chip Render Cloud Workstation

We think it is fair to call the RTX 3090 card a “beast”. Although some new graphics cards have been released (such as RTX 3090 Ti and RTX 4090), RTX 3090 still proves to be one of the fastest gaming and creator GPUs on the market.

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Lumion 12 is one of the best real-time rendering applications for architecture. Not only Lumion is easy to use with its simple user interface, but also it produces stunning renders in minutes. Like many other render engines, Lumion needs powerful hardware to run smoothly, especially an excellent graphics card.

In this post, Chip Render will explore Lumion 12 System Requirements. In other words, the requirements of a PC that can give you a good Lumion experience, as well as some common questions you may want to know.

Lumion 12 System Requirements

Lumion differs from other CAD software as it relies primarily on having a top-notch graphics card. This is especially important for Lumion’s high-end features. Additionally, a computer with a quick graphics card and lots of memory is needed for Lumion, along with an internet connection.

These are Lumion 12 System Requirements, as taken from Lumion’s official website.

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Bird’s-eye view of Aedas City, featuring designs and projects from Aedas and rendered by Beehive

Minimum requirements

A PC with this hardware would only be able to handle simple projects, such as a small park or residential building with Lumion models and textures. Moreover, it will not be capable of smoothly handling Lumion’s high-end features. So we do not recommend this kind of PC.

CPU (processor) Intel/AMD processor scoring a single thread CPUMark of 2000 or higher.

(Such as the AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, Intel Core i7-3770K or better)
GPU (Graphics card) GPU scoring a G3DMark of 7,000 or higher with up-to-date drivers.

(Such as the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, Quadro K6000, AMD Radeon RX 470 or better)
Graphics card memory 4 GB or more*
System memory (RAM) 16 GB or more
Hard drive SATA3 SSD or HDD
Hard drive space Minimum 40 GB of free disk space in the system drive
Power supply Minimum 80+ gold-rated with sufficient wattage
Operating system Up-to-date Windows 10 64-bit or newer
Screen resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels**

Recommended requirements

A PC with this hardware can handle complex designs and projects. Below are some examples:

  • A small park or part of a city made with OpenStreetMap or other simple models.
  • A large home with detailed interiors made up of several models and HD textures.
  • A single residential or commercial model with a single section of the landscape using some high-end models, such as fine-detail trees.
CPU (processor) Intel/AMD Processor scoring a single thread CPUMark of 2,200 or higher.

(Such as the AMD Ryzen 5 2600, Intel Core i7-4790 or better)
GPU (Graphics card) A GPU scoring a G3DMark of 14,000 or higher with up-to-date drivers.

(Such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 4000, AMD Radeon RX 5700XT or better)
Graphics card memory 8 GB or more*
System memory (RAM) 32 GB or more
Hard drive SATA3 SSD or NVME m.2 storage
Hard drive space Minimum 40 GB of free disk space in the system drive
Power supply Minimum 80+ gold-rated with sufficient wattage
Operating system Up-to-date Windows 10 64-bit or newer
Screen resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels**

High-end requirements

A PC with this hardware is capable of handling ultra-complex designs and projects with several high-end features. For example:

  • A detailed city, airport, or stadium.
  • A detailed multi-floor building with interiors made up of many models and HD textures.
  • A detailed landscape made with high-end Lumion features, such as high-detail trees and 3D Grass.
CPU (processor) Intel/AMD Processor scoring a single thread CPUMark of 2,600 or higher.

(Such as AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, Intel Core i7-7700K or better)
GPU (Graphics card) A GPU scoring a G3DMark of 20,000 or higher with up-to-date drivers.

(Such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 6000, NVIDIA RTX A4000, AMD Radeon RX 6800 or better)
Graphics card memory 11 GB or more*
System memory (RAM) 64 GB or more
Hard drive SATA3 SSD or NVME m.2 Hard Drive
Hard drive space Minimum 40 GB of free disk space in the system drive
Power supply Minimum 80+ gold-rated with sufficient wattage
Operating system Up-to-date Windows 10 64-bit or newer
Screen resolution Minimum 1920 x 1080 pixels**

* Rendering movies in 4K resolution requires a minimum of 6GB graphics card memory.

** Your screen resolution may be higher than 1920 x 1080; however, this will impact Lumion’s performance.

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Lumion benchmark on Chip Render Cloud Workstation

Lumion 12 System Requirements - FAQ

1. How do I check if Lumion can run on my computer?

There are two ways:

> Find your GPU, and compare your GPU’s PassMark score with Lumion’s system requirements.

> Download the free trial and run Lumion’s in-program “Benchmark” test. Lumion will benchmark your computer’s GPU, Graphics Memory, CPU, and system memory. If any of these components have a red score, you may need to upgrade it.

2. Does Lumion work on a Mac?

Maybe. You can use Lumion on Mac by using Bootcamp to run Windows. Because Lumion is only compatible with Windows. MacOS is not supported.

3. Why do I have a low benchmark score for the CPU?

First, you need to check if your CPU meets or exceeds the minimum system requirement (please check above). Some reasons why you have a low CPU benchmark score:

  • Background processes & applications may be having an impact.
  • Intel SpeedStep is running and it may make the CPU run slower when speed is not needed.
  • More accurate Benchmark tests may be needed.

4. Why do I have a low benchmark score for the GPU?

First, you need to check if your GPU meets or exceeds the minimum system requirement (please check above). Some reasons why you have a low GPU benchmark score:

  • You don’t have the latest graphics card driver and all available Windows updates installed.
  • Your PC isn’t using the right graphics card.
  • If you have two monitors and two graphics cards, the monitor you’re using with Lumion might be physically connected to the slow graphics card.
  • More accurate Benchmark tests may be needed.

5. Does Lumion use the GPU or CPU?

Both. Lumion uses CPU for the UI and previews and uses GPU for rendering.

It’s better to have a fast GPU paired with a fast CPU, to avoid bottlenecks.

6. Can I run Lumion without a GPU?

Lumion relies heavily on GPU power. So if you do not have a decent GPU, I wouldn’t recommend using Lumion.

7. Can Lumion use multiple GPUs?

Lumion will only use the graphics card that is connected to the monitor that the Lumion window starts on. So for the best performance, you only need 1 GPU and that GPU is high-end.

8. Why is Lumion so laggy?

There are various reasons why Lumion is laggy and slow. It could be because of your complex and unoptimized scenes, or your slow computer. So you can try to optimize your scene and reduce the quality first. If the cause is from your computer, you might need to upgrade the hardware or use Chip Render – a powerful and affordable render farm for Lumion.

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