2012-08-19, 14:48
So I'm shopping for parts for a future HTPC build, mainly for 1080p mkv video playback through XBMC on Windows 7 from a media server.
At first I was debating between the i3 vs A8, but another option caught my attention, which fell into the same price range; how about the Intel G530 + a low-end dedicated GPU? I don't really see many people going that route, so I was wondering if there happens to be a problem with that setup and HTPC usage.
The video cards I was especially looking at is the Radeon 6570, 6670, and GeForce 9800 - would these GPUs be better than the HD2000 and Radeon 6530D?
If this is an acceptable option, what should I be aware of when shopping for a GPU?
The limitation I can think of is being able to fit the card in an HTPC case; as of now, I think I'm going with the Silverstone ML03 case, if that helps. I guess the other issue may be the extra heat generated, but not entirely sure. And I'm sure there are many other concerns.
Could someone possibly shed some light on this route?
At first I was debating between the i3 vs A8, but another option caught my attention, which fell into the same price range; how about the Intel G530 + a low-end dedicated GPU? I don't really see many people going that route, so I was wondering if there happens to be a problem with that setup and HTPC usage.
The video cards I was especially looking at is the Radeon 6570, 6670, and GeForce 9800 - would these GPUs be better than the HD2000 and Radeon 6530D?
If this is an acceptable option, what should I be aware of when shopping for a GPU?
The limitation I can think of is being able to fit the card in an HTPC case; as of now, I think I'm going with the Silverstone ML03 case, if that helps. I guess the other issue may be the extra heat generated, but not entirely sure. And I'm sure there are many other concerns.
Could someone possibly shed some light on this route?