If you’re not planning to use your HTPC as a gaming rig, opting for a full-height chassis is a waste :). Finding the right low-profile HSF to cool the CPU can be a major challenge though… If you’re in that boat, Anandtech has a look at three different height coolers that might make the selection process easier. Whether the focus […]
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I’m a big fan of Noctua coolers, but they are a bit pricey compared to competing solutions so it’s important to do your research and make sure that the HSF you select is providing good value for money. Most people we know may be serious gamers, overclockers, enthusiasts and professionals who are pretty much always after high-performance when it comes […]
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There are a number of factors to consider when searching for an HTPC chassis–size, heat dissipation, noise level, materials, and construction are just a few–and the Perfect Home Theater (PHT) FLS-8 performs incredibly well in all of these categories. But is it truly “perfect”? Read on to find out. Specifications If you are a regular on Missing Remote you may […]
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When Intel introduced the Thin Mini-ITX form factor with the DH61AG board, we were impressed with the performance and potential of the platform; however, the innovative form factor lacked any accompanying chassis to take advantage of the extra thin profile. Fortunately, that situation is changing with the introduction of LIAN LI’s PC-Q05 which supports the new Thin Mini-ITX form factor. […]
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When selecting the perfect chassis for your home theater PC (HTPC) it can be difficult to strike the right balance between looks and capability. With multiple tuners increasingly becoming available in smaller and varied packages at more competitive prices, the form factor revolution in the client HTPC space made possible by no-compromise integrated processor graphics (IPG) systems is now a […]
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