How much RAM does a media PC need?

How much RAM does a media PC need?

Building an HTPC typically will give you the best bang for your buck when it comes to performance. If want to buy a prebuilt system we recommend going with a setup which has an Intel Core i5 Skylake CPU, an RX 480 or a GTX 1060 video card and at least 8GB of RAM.

What can a HTPC do?

(Home Theater PC) A personal computer that is used to store and play music and movies as well as display photos. Also called a "living room PC," an HTPC is installed in the A/V cabinet and connects to a stereo or home theater system. The HTPC's CD/DVD drive is used to play the media or rip titles to the hard drive.

What does Htpc mean?

A home theater PC (HTPC) or media center computer is a convergent device that combines some or all the capabilities of a personal computer with a software application that supports video, photo, audio playback, and sometimes video recording functionality.

What is a media PC?

A media center PC is a personal computer designed for use with a digital TV in the home entertainment area, to serve Internet-based and local content. Media center PCs can be as simple as a general market computer with a video output such as HDMI or a display port for downloading and streaming content on the TV screen.