To disable GPU Performance (troubleshooting only): Preferences → Performance → Uncheck "Use GPU" → Restart Illustrator.
Below is a breakdown of the current system requirements (based on the 2024/2025 versions), followed by an analysis of what hardware actually matters for designers. system requirements adobe illustrator
However, as the software evolves—incorporating 3D effects, artificial intelligence (Generative Recolor), and complex gradient meshes—having the correct hardware is crucial for a smooth workflow. as the software evolves—incorporating 3D effects
Adobe has integrated Firefly AI into Illustrator (Generative Recolor, Text to Vector Graphic). These features do not run on your local machine; they run in the cloud. artificial intelligence (Generative Recolor)
October 2026 (following Adobe MAX release cycle)