I have Kodi on an HTPC. I also do some Steam games (Lego with kids), mgalaxy (mame) and other things. If you don't have/don't want screen in every rooms, a custom HTPC is cheaper than a NAS and can be upgraded when needed.
Maybe (although from what I've seen the 1030 is still better than the latest intel igpu). But not everyone has the latest intel or amd processor. The gt 1030 is great for updating a 5-6 year old computer with a decent processor to be able to play some of the more recent games, even if not at highest quality. It also takes stress off the system ram, freeing more of it up for the processor to use. It also gives you an hdmi port if the motherboard of your older computer doesn't have one, so it can be easily connected to a tv.
I never saw hot deals for 1030 video cards.yeahwhat wrote: ↑ Maybe (although from what I've seen the 1030 is still better than the latest intel igpu). But not everyone has the latest intel or amd processor. The gt 1030 is great for updating a 5-6 year old computer with a decent processor to be able to play some of the more recent games, even if not at highest quality. It also takes stress off the system ram, freeing more of it up for the processor to use. It also gives you an hdmi port if the motherboard of your older computer doesn't have one, so it can be easily connected to a tv.
That said, $110 isn't a hot deal for a gt1030.
https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX66790richardjhy wrote: ↑ I never saw hot deals for 1030 video cards.
Sure, like I said - if you only have a single screen for content, it still makes sense to do an HTPC. I just wasn't aware that there were so many people that still had single-screen setups, but I guess not everybody has a wife that watches different shows from you, and two kids that watch different content from each other (and you) the way that I do. Lol.richardjhy wrote: ↑ I prefer dedicated devices for my home theater.
That's a good price, but for me, shipping cost kills the deal.yeahwhat wrote: ↑ https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX66790
Here's a silent one (useful in htpcs) for $10 less, regular price.
Kodi can stream from an HTPC to other devices, you don't need a NAS for that.wearysky wrote: ↑ Sure, like I said - if you only have a single screen for content, it still makes sense to do an HTPC. I just wasn't aware that there were so many people that still had single-screen setups, but I guess not everybody has a wife that watches different shows from you, and two kids that watch different content from each other (and you) the way that I do. Lol.
I don't know others, but my home theater room was treated acoustically, hooking up with decent 7.1 speaker system and AV receiver.wearysky wrote: ↑ Sure, like I said - if you only have a single screen for content, it still makes sense to do an HTPC. I just wasn't aware that there were so many people that still had single-screen setups, but I guess not everybody has a wife that watches different shows from you, and two kids that watch different content from each other (and you) the way that I do. Lol.
I have a 6 year old Intel CPU with the iGPU running 4k uncompressed blu-ray media without any issues.CollegeGraduate wrote: ↑ I don't think Intel iGPU is sufficient.
However, AMD's latest Raven Bridge is pretty good.
Got this a week or so ago on amazon for $94.99 with free shipping it is indeed a good card. Too bad even entry level cards are starting to feel the effects of the present situation with supply and demand.yeahwhat wrote: ↑ https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX66790
Here's a silent one (useful in htpcs) for $10 less, regular price.
