HTPC/ gaming build advice

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Last response: December 10, 2012 6:08 PM in Systems

November 30, 2012 5:27:17 PM

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=N82E168...

cpu
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

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.

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o1die

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November 30, 2012 7:05:27 PM

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.

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Bunnyhogman

December 10, 2012 6:08:17 PM

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?

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