Microstation Connect Computer Build Recommendations

I'm trying put together a build to submit to my company to replace all our computers. We use Connect for 3D rendering.

Our current machine are 4.5yr old Dells with

dual XEON 2.5GHz (12 core)

32gb Ram

Nvidia k5200 8gb

SATA HDD

Since Connect - We cant multitask as well as previous versions (if rendering computer is maxed out)

We may move away from Dell workstations to use i9 instead of Xeons based on research, online and speaking with IT pros. Looking at Main Gear and Falcon NW as options.

Im looking for recommendations on what components works best for CONNECT.

Processor: Intel vs AMD as far as utilizing MS Connect

            if Intel (i9 vs Dual Xeon)

Ram: I know more is better but for MS Connect , is there a max # that it can utilize.

Graphics: I understand Connect does not use GPU for rendering. Is there plans to do so? Should I take it into consideration.

Drives: Will be using SSD this time.

Thank You

Ayham

Core Design Group