i5-3350P as HTPC in 2018

[arsyjn]

Hi all,

I'm currently in the search to upgrade my current mini-PC that is hooked to my 55" 1080p LED TV. It's running on a small atom processor so I know it's not very fast; although it still manages youtube and netflix without any problems. I plan on downloading HQ movies, stream shows, and lightly game.

I've found a good deal for a HTPC that's assembled in a Shuttle XPC case (https://us.shuttle.com/products/SH110R4/SH110R4-specifications/) so it looks nice as a HTPC

The specs are:
i5-3350P
8gb ram
128gb ssd + 500gb HDD
HD5450
for about $220

I'm also thinking about adding a 1050ti to pair, and be able to couch game lightly (or maybe try some AAA games in low-med settings 60 fps)

Would this be pair be an OK option still in 2018? I think 1050ti can still manage to output decent frame rates to play in 1080p without any hiccups. Hoping this would also stream 4k videos without any problems.

Also, if I were to add a wifi to this computer, which adapter do you recommend? would any USB wifi adapter suffice?

Thanks in advance

 

[dederedmi5plus]

make sure whatever model of 1050Ti fits your case, you can contact shuttle for compatible VGA base on size, power rating, and warranty of additional VGA

 

[arsyjn]

make sure whatever model of 1050Ti fits your case, you can contact shuttle for compatible VGA base on size, power rating, and warranty of additional VGA

Yup, the case should have dual-slot PCI-e X16 with 300w PSU

Just wondering if i5 3350/1050ti combo would struggle in putting out 4k display with any stutters in the future (in case I get 4k TV in the future)

Thanks