2013-10-09, 00:08
Hello,
Looking to enter the world of XBMC but want some suggestions for an HTPC. Given my lack of experience in building computers, pre-built is the route I'm going for.
What I need:
- Windows OS
- Able to play up to 1080p encodes from Handbrake (5GB - 10GB)
- Able to stream Netflix, Youtube, etc...
- Light gaming every now and then (older games and roms)
- Small footprint.
Thinking of a NUC (perhaps once the new Haswell processors come out so 23.976 plays perfectly), but I'm open to suggestions.
I've looked at websites like ecosmartpc or assassinshtpc, but they seem like overkill for what I need.
Thanks in advance!
Looking to enter the world of XBMC but want some suggestions for an HTPC. Given my lack of experience in building computers, pre-built is the route I'm going for.
What I need:
- Windows OS
- Able to play up to 1080p encodes from Handbrake (5GB - 10GB)
- Able to stream Netflix, Youtube, etc...
- Light gaming every now and then (older games and roms)
- Small footprint.
Thinking of a NUC (perhaps once the new Haswell processors come out so 23.976 plays perfectly), but I'm open to suggestions.
I've looked at websites like ecosmartpc or assassinshtpc, but they seem like overkill for what I need.
Thanks in advance!