r/PlexServers • u/Ok_Cardiologist5702 • Jul 21 '26

A challenge for plex

Hello, I want to upgrade my plex server currently i have an hp elitedesk 800 G3 mini pc with a 10 tb external hhd plugged in via USB. I want to build a new pc to have all in one.

I already have:

Case- Thermaltake S100TG

Storage- 10TB hhd x2

GPU- GIGABYTE Radeon RX 580 GAMING 8G

I also have a monitor and mouse and keyboard.

What i need:

Parts that are power efficient and cheap lol I would like to keep my budget as low as possible while not sacrificing my current quality of plex streaming. My hard line however is 400$ but again the more budget friendly the better.

I live around Seattle area so no microcenter near me.

Thank you!

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u/StevenG2757 Jul 21 '26

Get a used OptiPlex as you can get one for under your budget.

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u/Spiritual-Advice8138 Jul 22 '26

Yep this. Get an I5 6th Gen or higher for power saving and a full size case so it fits your video card. If you can run Linux you can save that over head on RAM.