System Requirements and GPU Compatibility
Animatic runs its computations on your computer, so the set of available features depends on the hardware. During installation the program checks the system on its own and picks one of four levels. This article explains how the levels differ, which graphics cards are supported and what to pay attention to before installing.
Four Performance Levels
The level is determined primarily by the graphics card's video memory, and also by the amount of RAM. The program chooses the level automatically, but you can set it manually in the settings if you know your system can handle it.
| Level | Graphics Card | RAM | What's Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| No GPU | No NVIDIA or less than 6 GB | from 16 GB | Text-to-motion animation, export, cloud features |
| Basic | from GTX 1070, 6–10 GB | from 16 GB | 3D creation, basic animation, Q3 video clips |
| Standard | from RTX 3060, 10–16 GB | from 32 GB | All core features, auto-rigging, fast motion transfer |
| Maximum | from 16 GB of video memory | from 32 GB | Maximum quality, all generators and modes |
What Each Level Includes
No GPU
Works even without a discrete NVIDIA graphics card. Animation from a text description, model preparation and export, plus features moved to the cloud, are available. At least 16 GB of RAM and about 45 GB of free space are required.
Basic
The first level with full use of the graphics card. Creating 3D models from an image, basic animation and video clips in an economy quality are available. Suits Pascal-architecture cards such as the GTX 1070 and 1080. Some of the most demanding features, like fast motion transfer, are not available here.
Standard
The main level for most users. It unlocks all key features: detailed 3D models, automatic rigging, fast motion transfer and video clips at higher quality. A card from the RTX 3060 and 32 GB of RAM are recommended.
Maximum
The most complete level. All generators, maximum texture quality, video clips and the most accurate processing modes are available. Requires a card with 16 GB or more of video memory and 32 GB or more of RAM.
NVIDIA Graphics Card Support
The program works with NVIDIA graphics cards and determines the level by the amount of video memory, not by the model name. This means both gaming and professional cards will work.
New Generations
- RTX 30 series (for example, RTX 3060, 3070, 3080) — from the basic to the maximum level depending on the model.
- RTX 40 series (for example, RTX 4060 Ti, 4070, 4080, 4090) — typically the standard or maximum level.
- RTX 50 series and newer — the maximum level if there is 16 GB or more of video memory. Support for new generations is added with program updates.
Professional Cards
NVIDIA RTX A-series (formerly Quadro) cards and workstation solutions use the same computing technologies as gaming cards, but often have more video memory. This is convenient for studios: more scenes, complex models and high-resolution textures fit in memory.
- The card class is determined by video memory: 16 GB and above — the maximum level.
- A large memory capacity lets you work with heavier projects without stopping to clear memory.
- The product line name does not affect compatibility: what matters is support for NVIDIA technologies and the memory size.
Older Cards
Cards on the Pascal architecture, such as the GTX 1070 and 1080, work in basic mode. Some of the most demanding features are disabled on them, but the full character-creation and animation cycle is available.
AMD and Intel
Cards from other manufacturers are not supported yet. The computations the program is built on target NVIDIA technologies. In the no-GPU mode some features are still available, but without GPU acceleration.
Memory (RAM)
Which level is available depends on the amount of RAM:
- Below 16 GB — only the no-GPU mode is available.
- 16 GB — the basic level and above depending on the graphics card.
- 32 GB and above — all levels, including the maximum.
A shortage of RAM leads to slowdowns or out-of-memory errors when processing large models.
Disk Space
Models and data take up disk space. Approximate sizes:
- no-GPU mode — from 45 GB;
- basic level — about 60 GB;
- standard level — from 110 GB;
- maximum level — up to 180 GB.
Models are downloaded once during installation, after which the program works offline and needs no internet for generation and animation.
Operating System and Processor
Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit, is required. You need a processor with support for modern vector computations: older models, such as past-generation server Xeons, may not work. The program checks this during installation and reports if the system does not meet the requirements.
How to Check Your Computer
The installer determines the graphics card, processor, memory and free space on its own. If something falls short, it will suggest a suitable mode or report the problem. There is no need to check the specs manually.
Summary
If you have Windows, an NVIDIA graphics card and at least 16 GB of RAM, you will be able to work with the program. The more video memory, the more features and the higher the quality. Professional and new cards are supported on par with gaming ones: the key parameter is the amount of video memory.
Next, it is worth reading the article about creating your first 3D character.