cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/28083834

Windows 10/11 is a requirement because it will be a shared console, sorry y’all. I’m considering a refurb’ed model on eBay because some include Win10 Pro licenses, which would save ~$80 versus building from scratch.

The PC would be used for streaming media through Plex and maybe some light gaming via SteamLink, so specs aren’t very important as long as it can handle basic web browsing and graphic output.

Has anyone here had any experience with these? I would imagine they’re pretty no-fuss boxes given that they’re business-class units, but I also understand that they’re several years old. What’ the upgradeability of them like? What specific models/SKUs would be recommended for this use / are there any other SFF PCs that are comparable?

  • irmadlad@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    5 days ago

    If it was free, I’d say go for it. If it’s $100, you’re halfway to a much more capable machine

    This very line of reasoning is why I cannot build cheap desktops. I’m always thinking ‘well you know, if you add another $100 you could have all of this’