I just posted this same question in the Video card forum but (being a TGforumz n00b) i just realized this question fits in this category better.
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I finally ordered my Panasonic 65" Plasma today and now it's time to build my HTPC that will be my TiVO, DVD player and music player (along with living-room PC).
Now my question is what video card would you guys suggest would work best for video capture (I'm interested in HDTV capture but it's not a must). I'd prefer to stick to an AGP setup since I have a MSI K8T NEO2-FIR mobo handy. Of course, if the benefits of moving up to a PCI-Express card is worth it then I'll woulding mind shelling out the extra 200ish for the mobo.
Also, while we're at it, would you guys suggest a creative x-fi sound card or is there anything else potentially more benefiting for a HTPC setup?
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I finally ordered my Panasonic 65" Plasma today and now it's time to build my HTPC that will be my TiVO, DVD player and music player (along with living-room PC).
Now my question is what video card would you guys suggest would work best for video capture (I'm interested in HDTV capture but it's not a must). I'd prefer to stick to an AGP setup since I have a MSI K8T NEO2-FIR mobo handy. Of course, if the benefits of moving up to a PCI-Express card is worth it then I'll woulding mind shelling out the extra 200ish for the mobo.
Also, while we're at it, would you guys suggest a creative x-fi sound card or is there anything else potentially more benefiting for a HTPC setup?