HTPC/ gaming build advice

[Bunnyhogman]

Hello,
Looking for advice on a new build for a living room HTPC/gaming at 1080p rig.

some parts I am considering:
case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163205

cpu
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113284
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116506

haven't thought much about mobo or GPU
& I am running under the assumption about 8Gigs of RAM would be enough. I haven't built a system in some time. All helpful advice is appreciated.

 

[o1die]

I wouldn't buy any 8 core amd cpu; it's overkill and wastes too much energy. An i3 or one of the new trinity amd cpus is more than adequate.

 

[Bunnyhogman]

Thanks for the advice. Can the Trinity chips handle gaming at 1080p? I was under the impression they could not. Maybe the I-3 and a dedicated gpu would be best. Lower power, etc. Any thoughts on a gpu, anyone?