The original post: /r/homelab by /u/Comfortable_Lion_5 on 2025-03-01 14:28:03.

I have the following machines and wanted help to know which is best for Plex server. Either pc is fine for me keeping on 24/7 (the i5-11600K is already on 24/7 for work purposes). No external streaming, only living room and 1 bedroom. We only watch 1080p with no special needs.

Mini pc’s will be located in Living room and bedroom with Kodi local server as backup if internet was down/off with external hard drives on powered hub.

Nvidia Shield’s in Living room and bedroom for Plex Client

Cannot use wifi for this setup.

Which pc do you suggest and why?

• Ryzen 9 9900x
• i-5 11600K
• i-5 12450H (Beelink EQi12 4.4 GHz, 32GB DDR5)
• Intel 1220P (Beelink EQi12 4.4GHz, 24GB DDR5)