Mini Server: i3-6100 vs Pentium G3258 Anniversary Edition?

[omnipresent]

I am looking to build a low power mini server that I can leave running 24/7 without using up too much electricity. I want to have a relatively inexpensive build ~$300-400 but am willing to go higher if the cost of the i3 is worth it for my application.

I plan to have this server host all of my files so that I can make myself a personal cloud. I will also use it for Plex hosting (probably no more than two simultaneous streams at once, if that), Steam streaming, and maybe a small Minecraft server.

So which of these two CPUs do you think would be better: an i3-6100 or an overclocked Pentium G3258?

Or do you think there is a CPU that might better fit my needs?

Thanks!

 

[teknobug]

If it's just for file serving you could just get the Celeron N3150 combo motherboard or mini PC, but not sure how it'll handle a Minecraft server, it can likely handle most Plex streams and Minecraft server shouldn't be too much a strain. i3 6100 is just overkill for that purpose unless you plan on doing more on it than just a file server. The G3258 has fast single thread so that's your other option (and probably a better one).