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Critique my HTPC build

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  • 20-04-2012 12:03pm
    #1
    dazzday
    Registered Users Posts: 697 ✭✭✭


    Building my first HTPC build which I also want to use for gaming at 720p (on a 42inch plasma). Heres the current build using a combo of new and second hand parts:


    CPU: i5-750
    MOBO: Asus P7P55-M Intel LGA1156 Platform
    RAM: Corsair XMS3 1333Mhz 4GB (1x 4Gb)
    COOLER: Scythe Shuriken Rev.B Quiet Low Profile CPU Cooler
    GPU: Radeon 6770
    SSD: OCZ Vertex 2 60GB
    HDD: WD GreenPower 3.5" 1TB
    OPTICAL: Sony 24x Internal DVD Rewriter
    CASE/PSU: Antec Remote Fusion w/ 430W 80% Bronze PSU
    OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit

    Total: €450
    • Am i missing anything obvious?
    • Should I be looking into after market fans for the case (noise isnt a major concern during gaming but I would like it to be quiet during media)?
    • Any recommendations for a media remote and keyboard?
    • I am assuming the 6770 should be more then ample for gaming at high FPS at that resolution?
    Any thoughs much appreciated!


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    #2
    M00lers
    Registered Users Posts: 1,493 ✭✭✭M00lers


    A fanless PSU and quiet case fans would help your noise levels drop.

    Maybe grab a Crucial M4 instead of a OCZ SSD.

    Case is personal preference but the Antec doesn't do anything for me.

    Bluray drive for ripping your discs?

    TV tuner?


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    #3
    Tea_Bag
    Registered Users Posts: 4,983 ✭✭✭Tea_Bag


    have you already bought the CPU/mobo? its not a great idea to invest in 775 at this point.


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