new i3 HTPC build
#1
Looking to build a HTPC with an i3. NCIX has grand opening sale and the MINI-BOX M350 got reduced to $34.99 and I would like to pick it up and build a htpc. I already have a 2.5 500GB WD I'm going to use with this.

[CPU] Intel Core i3 2100 $114.99

[MOBO] Gigabyte H67N-USB3-B3 Mini ITX $89.99

[GPU] any recommendations?

[RAM] Kingston HyperX KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX 8GB 2X4GB $49.99

[PSU]
PICOPSU-90
*PM BestDirect $43.12

[CASE] MINI-BOX M350 Universal MINI-ITX $34.99

[TOTAL] = $333.08

edit: Some would probably recommend the Sapphire Pure White Fusion E350 $109.99. This would save me a bit of money. Just realize I should just avoid the i3 and build that one I really need it for Diablo 3. I'll just get a low powered htpc for now. Any recommendation for something that doesn't generate too much heat and can play 1080p movies with a heavy XBMC skin like Aeon MQ2
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#2
Like everyone says:
If u just gonna use it to watch videos and not high end stuff go for:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as..._-14121443

if u want to do some heavy duty video encoding or watch 3D go for:
http://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?name...67740dbd50

hope it helps Smile
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#3
Fusion E350 platform is reported working OK with AEON MQ2...
Not lightning fast menu transitions but acceptable,,,
i think you should be fine with it..
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