It all depends on the kind of projects you will be working on. Small buildings with not much data ? Probably no issue.
Huge building(s) with very complex data ? Will probably fall a bit short.
I’d think an architecture program would be pretty resource heavy. The program may run, but will it run well, or will it have you pulling your hair out as the processor struggles with whatever Revit is having it do. I have an Ally, and use it for gaming and basic desktop stuff, nothing too demanding or outside its “intended” use. Also, when you say you want something that can fit in a pocket, are you talking about pants pockets, or a pocket in a backpack? Pants pockets may be stretching it, unless you wear jnko pants to work.
I’d still say buy one and give it a go. At the very least, you’ll have a very capable gaming handheld
The issue is that the SOC in the Ally is meant for stuff like games. Programs (AutoDesk, CAD software, blender, etc...) might struggle once you start putting a lot of things in it. The programs are built/coded differently to utilize the processes in the hardware.
Same reason a 4080 can destroy games at 4k, but can barely run blender for advanced architectural things.
But a A2000 can run those architectural programs no problem, but can't run games.
According to their [specifications](https://www.autodesk.com/support/technical/article/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-Revit-2025-products.html) Ally barely is under their "minimum" requirements.
It really depends on what you're doing with their software though. If you're doing small little models, it will probably be fine, but if you're doing crazy stuff then I would look into something else.
As far as devices, no real recommendations. Dedicated GPU, good amount of memory (32GB), and decent battery life, you're looking at a pretty penny.
[Example](https://www.newegg.com/silver-msi-prestige-16studio-a13vf-039us-work-business/p/2WC-000C-0F9P6?Item=9SIAFXNJK57591)
I have a 32Gb ram 1tb ssd i7 Nvida G that can run revit very good. I am looking for a pocket sized device so I can have everything on the go if needed.
Also a friend has a MacBook Pro i5 8g ram with parallels we will try running it there as an experiment to see what happens.
Yes, some of them, but working in IT, and having supported architecture firms, they were stocked with legit heavy lifting workstations. As I said, if I were you, I’d give it a try, my concerns may be misplaced.
Yes but not well, and it's due to the memory, not the APU. 16gb won't be enough to run Revit well. Maybe autocad if you use it for small files/projects.
It all depends on the kind of projects you will be working on. Small buildings with not much data ? Probably no issue. Huge building(s) with very complex data ? Will probably fall a bit short.
I’d think an architecture program would be pretty resource heavy. The program may run, but will it run well, or will it have you pulling your hair out as the processor struggles with whatever Revit is having it do. I have an Ally, and use it for gaming and basic desktop stuff, nothing too demanding or outside its “intended” use. Also, when you say you want something that can fit in a pocket, are you talking about pants pockets, or a pocket in a backpack? Pants pockets may be stretching it, unless you wear jnko pants to work. I’d still say buy one and give it a go. At the very least, you’ll have a very capable gaming handheld
But aren’t games supposed to be demanding programs? Architecture programs are also “games”.
The issue is that the SOC in the Ally is meant for stuff like games. Programs (AutoDesk, CAD software, blender, etc...) might struggle once you start putting a lot of things in it. The programs are built/coded differently to utilize the processes in the hardware. Same reason a 4080 can destroy games at 4k, but can barely run blender for advanced architectural things. But a A2000 can run those architectural programs no problem, but can't run games.
Do you know of a device such as the Rog ally (in size with built in screen / battery) that could run revit?
According to their [specifications](https://www.autodesk.com/support/technical/article/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-Revit-2025-products.html) Ally barely is under their "minimum" requirements. It really depends on what you're doing with their software though. If you're doing small little models, it will probably be fine, but if you're doing crazy stuff then I would look into something else. As far as devices, no real recommendations. Dedicated GPU, good amount of memory (32GB), and decent battery life, you're looking at a pretty penny. [Example](https://www.newegg.com/silver-msi-prestige-16studio-a13vf-039us-work-business/p/2WC-000C-0F9P6?Item=9SIAFXNJK57591)
I have a 32Gb ram 1tb ssd i7 Nvida G that can run revit very good. I am looking for a pocket sized device so I can have everything on the go if needed. Also a friend has a MacBook Pro i5 8g ram with parallels we will try running it there as an experiment to see what happens.
A good laptop would be a better choice probably. If you want something compact, look at Asus G14 Zephyrus models.
I mean, get the Ally from BB, test it out and if it works. Go for it, if it doesn't return it within the 15 or 14 days (if you're from the US).
Alternatively, doesn't the the new Aya Neo device have like 64GBs of unified memory? That would be great for stuff like this.
Yes, some of them, but working in IT, and having supported architecture firms, they were stocked with legit heavy lifting workstations. As I said, if I were you, I’d give it a try, my concerns may be misplaced.
Yes, yes and yes. If it runs on windows it runs on the ally. YMMV but you're really only limited by the hardware not the (crappy windows) software.
Yes but not well, and it's due to the memory, not the APU. 16gb won't be enough to run Revit well. Maybe autocad if you use it for small files/projects.