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I_H8_Crawford · 11-11-2012, 09:35 AM

Hi all,

Just looking for some advice - want to set up simple HTPC box to hook into my TV so I can watch movies easily.

Want to do it as cheap as possible - what would I be looking at in terms of processor, etc?

Want to have HDMI connection, it will be outputting audio to my 5.1 setup, and will be used to watch 1080p movies.

Is i3 processor enough, or should I bump it up to an i5 (or AMD equivalent)?

How about video card? Those are the 2 most expensive pieces, but it will be used strictly for movies, no gaming.

I already have HDDs, OS, case, and Power Supply.

Thanks!

11-11-2012, 09:35 AM	#1
I_H8_Crawford Franchise Player Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Calgary Exp:	Cheap HTPC Build Hi all, Just looking for some advice - want to set up simple HTPC box to hook into my TV so I can watch movies easily. Want to do it as cheap as possible - what would I be looking at in terms of processor, etc? Want to have HDMI connection, it will be outputting audio to my 5.1 setup, and will be used to watch 1080p movies. Is i3 processor enough, or should I bump it up to an i5 (or AMD equivalent)? How about video card? Those are the 2 most expensive pieces, but it will be used strictly for movies, no gaming. I already have HDDs, OS, case, and Power Supply. Thanks!