pushthetempo
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I'm looking to set up an HTPC based on the Intel NUC kit. My uses for this box would be as follows:-
Am not looking for 4K movie playback (currently). I may set up Plex at a later stage depending on the subscription options available. Following are the components I have shortlisted for this purpose:-
The total turns out to be around Rs 36K. I don't have a specific budget, but I would be happy if it turns out to be closer to 30K.
My specific queries are:-
1) Is the i5 overkill for Kodi? Two reasons I'm biased to i5 because of Plex (may have 2-3 streams transcoding during heavy usage). Also when 4K is mainstream, I want the box to be future proof.
2) If I have all my media on an external USB drive (USB3), will it be fast enough to serve movies for streaming on Kodi or Plex?
3) Any other suggestions?
Thanks for your consideration.
- Kodi server
- Plex
- Basic gaming (emulator and old games)
Am not looking for 4K movie playback (currently). I may set up Plex at a later stage depending on the subscription options available. Following are the components I have shortlisted for this purpose:-
- i5 5th gen based NUC box with wifi/BT - 28K
- Kingston 120GB SSD - 2.8K
- Corsair 8GB RAM - 2.7K
- Logitech K400 plus keyboard - 2.3K
- Bluerigger 6ft HDMI cable 0.3K
The total turns out to be around Rs 36K. I don't have a specific budget, but I would be happy if it turns out to be closer to 30K.
My specific queries are:-
1) Is the i5 overkill for Kodi? Two reasons I'm biased to i5 because of Plex (may have 2-3 streams transcoding during heavy usage). Also when 4K is mainstream, I want the box to be future proof.
2) If I have all my media on an external USB drive (USB3), will it be fast enough to serve movies for streaming on Kodi or Plex?
3) Any other suggestions?
Thanks for your consideration.