[Kraftyman]

Greetings,

I have used a number of systems over the last couple of years and the newer systems really do not need an expensive card as the previous post notes. I just built a new windows 7 system for Inventor 2010 and of all of my cost, the video card was the least expensive and works great! I run assemblies under 200 pieces and I really do not get may delays. Asus 512 MB 4670 for under $50. My whole system is under $700 with 22" monitor, windows 7, 4GB ram, E8400 and runs WO issue. You should be fine with whatever you buy. consider a 4850 if you can find one or the next gen up if you want something more.

Regards,