Need ideas for a good Mini-ITX Build for TV gaming

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

Alright, so I'm thinking of building an HTPC and using it for gaming as well. I've got this so far:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2iasm
But it would be nice to reduce the cost.
If any of you have ideas on how to do that, I'd love to hear them.
Thanks!

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

Drop the CPU cooler because it isn't needed because you will not be overclocking. Get a Coolermaster elite 120 case and a better quality PSU form antec, XFX, Corsair,Seasonic. This will all save money.

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

Edit, double post.

Rammy · Dec 10, 2013

The cooler is expensive, and fairly unnecessary. You could ditch it all together, but you can definitely save here.

Not a lot of point in a 4670. Might as well get a 4430/4440 (or in fact, any other i5) as they all offer better value for money. Mid range 4570 still lops $20 off.

The graphics card is discontinued/out of stock, you'll need to rethink here regardless. The obvious choice would be to pick a GTX760 for greater availability. That could be another $20 saved.

Biggest expense/luxury is the case. It's very appealing, especially if you want to move it around, but if you intend to have it sitting somewhere semi permanently, something a little bigger (and cheaper) might be a good idea.
CM Elite 120/130, various Silverstone SG might be more appropriate.

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

tiny voices :

XFX makes PSU's?

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

Rammy :

The cooler is expensive, and fairly unnecessary. You could ditch it all together, but you can definitely save here.

Not a lot of point in a 4670. Might as well get a 4430/4440 (or in fact, any other i5) as they all offer better value for money. Mid range 4570 still lops $20 off.

The graphics card is discontinued/out of stock, you'll need to rethink here regardless. The obvious choice would be to pick a GTX760 for greater availability. That could be another $20 saved.

Biggest expense/luxury is the case. It's very appealing, especially if you want to move it around, but if you intend to have it sitting somewhere semi permanently, something a little bigger (and cheaper) might be a good idea.
CM Elite 120/130, various Silverstone SG might be more appropriate.

I'm looking for a Mini-ITX case, I'll definitely be moving it around.

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

Yes. XFX make VERY good PSUs. They are mostly re-branded Seasonic units. They are VERY well priced and a very good option.

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

tiny voices :

Alright, that sounds awesome then! Thanks so much!

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

Always glad to be able to help!

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

tiny voices :

In that "case..." (you can see where this is going,) what case should I get? Preferably Mini-ITX.

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

On a budget look at the Coolermaster elite 120 or 130. They are very portable.

Alex Chacko · Dec 10, 2013

tiny voices :

Nice, my build is almost $200 cheaper now. Thanks so much to both of you who contributed!

tiny voices · Dec 10, 2013

Always glad t be able to help!

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