HTPC. 1080 streaming and Payback

[Ps_domingo]

Hi! I'm looking for parts for an HTPC that has super low power consumption. 

 

I have a slight idea on how to go about this but I Need you help guys! 

 

So here are my Questions:

1) What CPU should I use Intel or AMD? (must have 1080p playback and streaming)

2) Much much RAM do I really need?

3) I'm thinking Mini-Itx Form Factor, is there anything smaller then the prodigy but in the same price range?

4) Is it possible to use this like a NAS ( mainly for streaming to other TV's)

5) The TV has a 300mbps stick will that suffice? (assuming this PC is connected through a wired connection)

 

 

[megadarkwood]

Use a a10 apu, 8gb ram and a evga hadron

[Ssoele]

Use a a10 apu, 8gb ram and a evga hadron

 

An A6 is more than enough, probably even a A4.

[Ssoele]

1) An AMD APU would be more then enough, probably a A4 or an A6.

2) 2-4GB, depending on your OS

3) The Cooler Master Elite 100, 120 or 130 are coming to mind, maybe the Fractal Design Node 304.

4) Yes

5) What do you mean with the 300Mbps? Like the TV itself? if you connect the HTPC to the PC (HDMI) then your TV won't need network connectivity.

[megadarkwood]

An A6 is more than enough, probably even a A4.

Either a8 or a10 barbecue they will push 1080p easier.

[Ssoele]

Either a8 or a10 barbecue they will push 1080p easier.

 

Even my E450 was able to play back normal 1080p, it had some problems with 1080p flash videos, and videos with heavy subtitle effects, so the A4 would be enough, the A6 would be MORE than enough.

[Wferr]

You don't need much to stream video just a low power APu and I would put Linux on it. (Steam os?)

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[needmorewood]

i dont know what your budget is but something like this as a base mighjt work (i dont know if u need a wireless card etc)

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1HXAa
edits to the build are welcome since im not 100% sure if this is optimal but its is nice!
the case probably should be changed but i dont know any good m-itx cases besides the prodigy 

[Ps_domingo]

Use a a10 apu, 8gb ram and a evga hadron

This would cost too much for an HTPC... This is viable for a Low End gaming rig though.

[Ps_domingo]

1) An AMD APU would be more then enough, probably a A4 or an A6.

2) 2-4GB, depending on your OS

3) The Cooler Master Elite 100, 120 or 130 are coming to mind, maybe the Fractal Design Node 304.

4) Yes

5) What do you mean with the 300Mbps? Like the TV itself? if you connect the HTPC to the PC (HDMI) then your TV won't need network connectivity.

Regarding the RAM and OS. I was thinking Steam or Windows (though I also wanna get stuff from the scalliwags in boats in a body of water..) sooo I'm guessing 4?

And the dongle thing for the TV. It's internet capabilities is reliant to this addon stick from sony. Unfortunately The TV's at home does not have access to wired connections. (Btw these are other TVs aside from the actual Home theater)

[Ps_domingo]

You don't need much to stream video just a low power APu and I would put Linux on it. (Steam os?)

Sadly I'm a super boos when it comes to Linux.

But Steam OS is promising!!!

Sent from my iPhone

[Ps_domingo]

You don't need much to stream video just a low power APu and I would put Linux on it. (Steam os?)

Sadly I'm a super boos when it comes to Linux.

But Steam OS is promising!!!

Sent from my iPhone

[Ps_domingo]

i dont know what your budget is but something like this as a base mighjt work (i dont know if u need a wireless card etc)

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1HXAa

edits to the build are welcome since im not 100% sure if this is optimal but its is nice!

the case probably should be changed but i dont know any good m-itx cases besides the prodigy

This is great! Thanks man! Hopefully I'm able to source this as cheap as I can here in Manila...

[needmorewood]

This is great! Thanks man! Hopefully I'm able to source this as cheap as I can here in Manila...

no problem man! anytime.

aslo a 60gb ssd couldnt hurt either as a boot drive. it just makes the overall experience better

[Freddyfish775]

Highjacking the thread if you dont mind

also looking to buy a cheap pc with only intention to stream 1080p content (twitchstreams/other movies).

 

Looking into these components:

http://puu.sh/4CdzH.png

 

Prices are in euro.

 

Im wondering if the power supply will fit in the case, can anyone confirm this?

 

 

thank you in advance

[The Syndicate]

Highjacking the thread if you dont mind

also looking to buy a cheap pc with only intention to stream 1080p content (twitchstreams/other movies).

 

Looking into these components:

http://puu.sh/4CdzH.png

 

Prices are in euro.

 

Im wondering if the power supply will fit in the case, can anyone confirm this?

 

 

thank you in advance

The PSU will fit,

[Freddyfish775]

thank you!