2011-05-11, 22:02
Hello!
Ive been following this Forum with tingling fingers just waiting for the moment to buy my HTPC parts! Ive changed my mind over 3 times as to what system build/OS i was going to go with and now im at it again
I was set on going with Eskros personal HTPC build. Well mostly. Without some accessories. but recently i stumbled upon the HTPC Build guide at AVS and read through Assassins recommendations. He is super in favor of Intels SB i3 for HTPC. This build wouldnt require any discrete GPU.
THis is what he said
"Sandy Bridge LGA1155 (3D) Intel i3-2100 - $129
The Sandy Bridge does it all. This CPU is the "latest and greatest" but is also the most expensive option out of all the builds I have listed. It has plenty of power for all 1080p and 3D movies (it will use less than 10% of it power during playback). Advantages over the Clarkdale is the built-in on-board HD AND 3D integrated graphics (yes you read that right --- you don't need a separate video card to watch either 1080p HD OR 3D --- they are built right in to the cpu and motherboard), slightly increased power, and slightly decreased power consumption. These are phenomenal systems if you need the extra power or want to have the best of the best. There is no need to "upgrade" to an i5 or i7 - this CPU is PLENTY."
So my question is. Cost aside at first.... Would it really be a good machine? I read that the 24fps issue is not noticeable. So other than that what are the pros and cons of an i3 build? Im asking this because i havent seen any recommendations here with an i3, they are mostly AMD or slower Intel cpu.
Im almost sure im going the AMD + GT 430 way but want to be sure of all the good options out there! Any help is appreciated!!
Ive been following this Forum with tingling fingers just waiting for the moment to buy my HTPC parts! Ive changed my mind over 3 times as to what system build/OS i was going to go with and now im at it again
I was set on going with Eskros personal HTPC build. Well mostly. Without some accessories. but recently i stumbled upon the HTPC Build guide at AVS and read through Assassins recommendations. He is super in favor of Intels SB i3 for HTPC. This build wouldnt require any discrete GPU.
THis is what he said
"Sandy Bridge LGA1155 (3D) Intel i3-2100 - $129
The Sandy Bridge does it all. This CPU is the "latest and greatest" but is also the most expensive option out of all the builds I have listed. It has plenty of power for all 1080p and 3D movies (it will use less than 10% of it power during playback). Advantages over the Clarkdale is the built-in on-board HD AND 3D integrated graphics (yes you read that right --- you don't need a separate video card to watch either 1080p HD OR 3D --- they are built right in to the cpu and motherboard), slightly increased power, and slightly decreased power consumption. These are phenomenal systems if you need the extra power or want to have the best of the best. There is no need to "upgrade" to an i5 or i7 - this CPU is PLENTY."
So my question is. Cost aside at first.... Would it really be a good machine? I read that the 24fps issue is not noticeable. So other than that what are the pros and cons of an i3 build? Im asking this because i havent seen any recommendations here with an i3, they are mostly AMD or slower Intel cpu.
Im almost sure im going the AMD + GT 430 way but want to be sure of all the good options out there! Any help is appreciated!!