2013-04-13, 20:32
My current HTPC handles 1080p HD content streaming over the network perfectly. However, it chokes on 3D content.
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 Allendale 2.2GHz
2x1 Gig of RAM
PCIx16 Geforce GT430 HDMI out
OS: 12.04 Ubuntu
XBMC: 12.1
When trying to play any 3D file (even HSBS), I can see 1/2 cores climb up to 100%, at which time the video lags/stutters, and offloads to the other core. I recently tried putting another 2 gigs of RAM in (max MB supports is 4), but experienced the same problem and promptly returned it. I think it may be time for an upgrade, as this previous build is from 2007. I got a friend saying he'd buy my current one, and then I could build a 3D capable one.
I have heard good things about both the integrated graphics on the i3 and the A6 for full HD playback. However, I haven't seen much about either supporting full BDISO 3D playback, or full SBS. Could someone recommend a build? I only have about 6" of height clearance for this new HTPC. I'm also debating getting a nice really small ITX case, but I want to make sure these CPUs can fully support 3D before I limit my graphics card upgrade options with the case.
CPU: Intel Core i3-3225 3.3GHz Dual-Core Processor ($134.97 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock B75M-ITX Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($62.28 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Crucial V4 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Athenatech A1019HG.150 Mini ITX Desktop Case w/150W Power Supply ($58.23 @ Amazon)
Total: $410.46
CPU: AMD A6-5400K 3.6GHz Dual-Core Processor ($73.09 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock FM2A85X-ITX Mini ITX FM2 Motherboard ($103.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($62.28 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Crucial V4 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Athenatech A1019HG.150 Mini ITX Desktop Case w/150W Power Supply ($58.23 @ Amazon)
Total: $362.57
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 Allendale 2.2GHz
2x1 Gig of RAM
PCIx16 Geforce GT430 HDMI out
OS: 12.04 Ubuntu
XBMC: 12.1
When trying to play any 3D file (even HSBS), I can see 1/2 cores climb up to 100%, at which time the video lags/stutters, and offloads to the other core. I recently tried putting another 2 gigs of RAM in (max MB supports is 4), but experienced the same problem and promptly returned it. I think it may be time for an upgrade, as this previous build is from 2007. I got a friend saying he'd buy my current one, and then I could build a 3D capable one.
I have heard good things about both the integrated graphics on the i3 and the A6 for full HD playback. However, I haven't seen much about either supporting full BDISO 3D playback, or full SBS. Could someone recommend a build? I only have about 6" of height clearance for this new HTPC. I'm also debating getting a nice really small ITX case, but I want to make sure these CPUs can fully support 3D before I limit my graphics card upgrade options with the case.
CPU: Intel Core i3-3225 3.3GHz Dual-Core Processor ($134.97 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock B75M-ITX Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($62.28 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Crucial V4 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Athenatech A1019HG.150 Mini ITX Desktop Case w/150W Power Supply ($58.23 @ Amazon)
Total: $410.46
CPU: AMD A6-5400K 3.6GHz Dual-Core Processor ($73.09 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock FM2A85X-ITX Mini ITX FM2 Motherboard ($103.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($62.28 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Crucial V4 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Athenatech A1019HG.150 Mini ITX Desktop Case w/150W Power Supply ($58.23 @ Amazon)
Total: $362.57