Everyone's talking about entertainment centers, but I instead got a sectional to replace the love seat I had been using to play. I'm a lot more comfortable playing games now lmao.
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Best furniture for Xbox Series and PlayStation 5
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Airflow and ventilation are big considerations for a TV stand. A lot of these pics would just be sucking pack in hot air with minimal flow. And someone mentioned removing the back to increase ventilation - just be careful of that, since many of these stands have a wooden back (not cardboard) that is meant to load balance.
I have an old Ikea TV stand I've used for years, and it's not great for the reasons I mentioned above. A couple of years back I bought some Cooler Guys USB blower fans to help ventilate out hot air, and that helped with my PS4 not sounding lile a jet engine, but I wanted a more elegant solution. Recently I upgraded to an AC Infinity system, and it's a HUGE upgrade from the Cooler Guys fans.
I ended up using a drillsaw to make holes across the stand, as well as in the shelves. That way I can draw air from below and across. Then I cut into and installed two 120mm fans on either side, as well as for the thermostat.
The thermostat can power up to 6 fans, and they are all USB powered and can daisy chain, so any USB fan would work. I started by reusing my Cooler Guys blower to give extra air flow to my PS4 Pro, but upgraded to an AC Infinity fan and the difference is noticeable in terms of console temp and airflow.
The thermostat has a smart mode so it will incrementally increase fan speeds the closer it gets to the temperature limit, something like onr speed setting for every 2 degrees below the limit, with a 10 degree difference. So my fans automatically start spinning at the lowest setting at 74 degrees, and the probe hasn't measured anything greater than 77 in the cabinet. The best thing is, it's all automatic so I don't have to remember to turn the fans on/off, and also works when I'm just watching movies on my blu-ray player.
I'd recommend those interested should check out AC Infinity. The thermostat doesn't have to be installed - there's an optional stand for it - and if you only use the blower fans you don't have to install any fans either. Important if you're weary about cutting holes in your stand. All in all it cost me $120.
I have an old Ikea TV stand I've used for years, and it's not great for the reasons I mentioned above. A couple of years back I bought some Cooler Guys USB blower fans to help ventilate out hot air, and that helped with my PS4 not sounding lile a jet engine, but I wanted a more elegant solution. Recently I upgraded to an AC Infinity system, and it's a HUGE upgrade from the Cooler Guys fans.
I ended up using a drillsaw to make holes across the stand, as well as in the shelves. That way I can draw air from below and across. Then I cut into and installed two 120mm fans on either side, as well as for the thermostat.
The thermostat can power up to 6 fans, and they are all USB powered and can daisy chain, so any USB fan would work. I started by reusing my Cooler Guys blower to give extra air flow to my PS4 Pro, but upgraded to an AC Infinity fan and the difference is noticeable in terms of console temp and airflow.
The thermostat has a smart mode so it will incrementally increase fan speeds the closer it gets to the temperature limit, something like onr speed setting for every 2 degrees below the limit, with a 10 degree difference. So my fans automatically start spinning at the lowest setting at 74 degrees, and the probe hasn't measured anything greater than 77 in the cabinet. The best thing is, it's all automatic so I don't have to remember to turn the fans on/off, and also works when I'm just watching movies on my blu-ray player.
I'd recommend those interested should check out AC Infinity. The thermostat doesn't have to be installed - there's an optional stand for it - and if you only use the blower fans you don't have to install any fans either. Important if you're weary about cutting holes in your stand. All in all it cost me $120.
I'm still looking around for better prices on the BDI Corridor, but I probably won't be able to find anything cheaper than $2000 until tariffs are removed.
It really has everything that I want in a TV center for the front room and I haven't seen anything else that compares to it unless I start hacking something together myself.
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It really has everything that I want in a TV center for the front room and I haven't seen anything else that compares to it unless I start hacking something together myself.
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Bought a wall mounted unit last year from Montana Furniture. Wasn't expecting the PS5 to be so big that it actually sticks out on the side if I don't want it to cover the sound bar :)
I did the same but with noctua usb fans and a fan controller to fine tune the airflow vs noise. Very easy to cut holes in the thin backboard
I'm currently powering from my ps5 rear port so they run when it's on. I could add an inline ac infinity thermostat if needed later on. I do have a couple of wireless thermometers to monitor temps with the ps5 and xsx cubbyholes
This looks neat. I'd love something like this. Are you just gonna stand the Series X in the middle compartment? How's the cable management in the compartment? Can't see any holes or gaps.I'll be grabbing this soon!
this has a biiig opening for my Series X so it's perfect
I'm looking at this guy right here to replace mine that's falling apart:
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Was about the pull the trigger on this one, too. But once I noticed the metal corners, I couldn't. Just don't care for the metal corner pieces. Looks sort of tacky.
Building this instead. No Doors though.
https://www.buildsomething.com/plans/PDE3911D489501E5A/FarmhouseMediaCabinet
I posted mine in the Gaming Setups 2020 thread, my home theatre one is homemade and completely open air so both will be fine (pic there just shows the One X and PC as it was only August). Upstairs one is using old consoles still, so fine at the moment.
Not OP, but nothing a woodboring bit on a drill can't fix! For real though, they make nice clean holes and in any diameter you need.
Heya sorry I forgot to respond! So my Series X currently sits right in the middle nook. I won't lie, there isn't much space between the console and the roof of the nook, but I have had absolutely no issues running games. DMCVSE and Gears 5 are perfect.
Oh and the stand came with some backboards but I opted to skip out on them entirely. I'm not exactly the best cable management guy but you can def. work some magic with it if you put in the effort.
Here's a pic of a Series X in its natural habitat:
is there a few things wrong in this pic? oh yes, but i dont have much space to work with lol
Thanks, looks good. What's that about the Xbox in the same compartment? I'd just be worried about the lack of space around the console.Heya sorry I forgot to respond! So my Series X currently sits right in the middle nook. I won't lie, there isn't much space between the console and the roof of the nook, but I have had absolutely no issues running games. DMCVSE and Gears 5 are perfect.
Oh and the stand came with some backboards but I opted to skip out on them entirely. I'm not exactly the best cable management guy but you can def. work some magic with it if you put in the effort.
Here's a pic of a Series X in its natural habitat:
is there a few things wrong in this pic? oh yes, but i dont have much space to work with lol
You only need to worry about the top of the console, and for something like this I'd prefer to have it sitting somewhere that isn't obstructing the top of the console. But where I have it now is perfectly fine much to my surprise, so I think you'll be just fine :)
They really like listing things as "solid woor" when they're actually chipboard.
I have this one that I purchased this year on Amazon so hopefully I will have more than enough space and airflow for both. It has some crappy MDF boards buth the steel frame is actually pretty good will probably replace for actual oak boards in the near future.
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Yeah, I kept trying to find a suitable alternative to the BDI cabinets, but we're gonna just invest in this one and hope it lasts forever.
Bought from Amazon a couple years back. Thought the PS5 fit perfectly.
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Any piece of furniture that can accommodate the PS5 vertically in a good way that is also not too big?
The piece above my post seems too close to the ground, other seem to only have the PS5 on the side of the TV. Anything were it fits more naturally?
I really hate the PS5 and how it looks and stands. I have to keep it horizontally and even then the slightest touch makes is move.
The piece above my post seems too close to the ground, other seem to only have the PS5 on the side of the TV. Anything were it fits more naturally?
I really hate the PS5 and how it looks and stands. I have to keep it horizontally and even then the slightest touch makes is move.
Lol pretty much as if it was made for the Series X, looks good man. Maaaaaaybe bring it more forward to be flush with the media center for more airflow, but I think it's fine.Heya sorry I forgot to respond! So my Series X currently sits right in the middle nook. I won't lie, there isn't much space between the console and the roof of the nook, but I have had absolutely no issues running games. DMCVSE and Gears 5 are perfect.
Oh and the stand came with some backboards but I opted to skip out on them entirely. I'm not exactly the best cable management guy but you can def. work some magic with it if you put in the effort.
Here's a pic of a Series X in its natural habitat:
is there a few things wrong in this pic? oh yes, but i dont have much space to work with lol
If you were so inclined, I'd say use the backboard and just drill out holes (using a boring bit, or spade bit, sized to whatever you need) and run your cables through there. It would look uber clean too.
The way you have it is perfectly fine though!
Do you have a link to this stand?Bought the stand below right before receiving the new systems, my old one wouldn't fit either really. My goal was to get something that at least allowed the Xbox to stand up, preferred it that way. PS5 I could make vertical as well but prefer having it sit horizontal.
Sure:
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I think originally I found one on Amazon by another company but they didn't have black. I went with this one which MIGHT be slightly cheaper in price/build but since I didn't play on actually putting a tv on it I wasn't concerned.
Just realized Reszo has the same thing posted above in white but by a different brand, same one I originally found on Amazon.
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Wanting either room for a big TV or real estate..
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I have the two drawer version of Brimnes, and both series x and ps5 fit perfectly. I did use a hole saw drill bit to cut a circle out of the back of each cabinet shelf and fit cheap A/V cabinet usb fans from amazon to blow any collected hot air out of the cabinet space. Both consoles don't get hot at all now. Perfect solution for me for sureLol
I bought the IKEA brimnes, the ps5 and Xbox both fit in the cabinets but I'll likely place them standing on top since my tv is wall mounted. If you do want them in the cabinets you can leave off the back piece for airflow or cut it, it's just like wood board on the back or whatever it's called.
They also make a 2 drawer version if you need a more compact one
I was eyeing this on Amazon. I think it would work great for both consoles in vertical mode on the right hand side where it doesn't extend over the top all the way, or in the bottom left.
Edit: Looks like others posted the same thing!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076H3L6R7/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=A3SBDOAENTRT1F&psc=1
Edit: Looks like others posted the same thing!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076H3L6R7/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=A3SBDOAENTRT1F&psc=1
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Posting images of the stands I find on way fair. All similar.
Not sure if the spots are large enough.
Not sure if the spots are large enough.
Lol
I bought the IKEA brimnes, the ps5 and Xbox both fit in the cabinets but I'll likely place them standing on top since my tv is wall mounted. If you do want them in the cabinets you can leave off the back piece for airflow or cut it, it's just like wood board on the back or whatever it's called.
They also make a 2 drawer version if you need a more compact one
I have this and the Series X fits in the middle with less than 1.5cm clearance, and about 5 3/4" on either side. Gonna try cutting some vents in the back and adding some fans.
Cool that it can fit a 09E XO8X on the bottom shelfI was eyeing this on Amazon. I think it would work great for both consoles in vertical mode on the right hand side where it doesn't extend over the top all the way, or in the bottom left.
Edit: Looks like others posted the same thing!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076H3L6R7/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=A3SBDOAENTRT1F&psc=1
The one and only answer:
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Specifically their media cabinets:
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I own the "Elements" media cabinet and I'd be happy to answer any questions.
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I own the "Elements" media cabinet and I'd be happy to answer any questions.
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Not that you care, but i got this over a year ago and love it. Had no idea at the time that i was future proofing myself for the Series X lol. When i get a PS5 it should lay nicely across the top left shelf.I'll be grabbing this soon!
this has a biiig opening for my Series X so it's perfect
DONT!! i just got rid of one of those. its so hard to hide all the wires.
Since it's just for my bedroom where i play my games it may not be a big deal. Are there any other good tv stands out there that have a open back?
I wentwith his one. and although its a pain to put together due to iffy directions, its very solid. it is a little shorter than i was expecting but its ok. i have the PS5 sitting on the far left and the switch on the far right.
you can find the same piece under multiple names, doing an image search helped me find the cheapest price at the time.
Edit: this is just a stock photo, not my actual set up
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Perfect space on both sides if you want your consoles vertical.
Slightly OT, how do i upload an image?? do i have to host it somewhere else? Trying to share my setup
Have you thought about putting the sound bar above the TV?Bought a wall mounted unit last year from Montana Furniture. Wasn't expecting the PS5 to be so big that it actually sticks out on the side if I don't want it to cover the sound bar :)
Yeah but I don't want to make any more holes/fix the ones already there. Also I think it's ugly to have it above.
Looking good! I already grabbed it myself and I like it! Build quality leaves a bit to be desired tho as that door on the right side wouldn't fit on mine. Holes were drilled funky :/Not that you care, but i got this over a year ago and love it. Had no idea at the time that i was future proofing myself for the Series X lol. When i get a PS5 it should lay nicely across the top left shelf.
But yeah, it fits my Series X! I see you struggled to fit your receiver too haha. I put mine on the bottom right section. It works for the most part lol
This is my current nook in my home/office:
Plenty of space and ventilation. Waiting for the PS5...
Plenty of space and ventilation. Waiting for the PS5...
Nice. Yeah i had to slide my receiver in through the back, and then put the back panel on lol. Build on mine was pretty accurate but of course your millage may vary. Im not getting any over heating issues yet on the series x. Im pretty confident that its got enough head room of about 4 inches. And no entertainment center is complete without a wiiu...
I went much wider to fit the vertical console (will be adding a series x on the left next year), and white to match the PS5.
Which TV unit is this? This is exactly what I'm looking for.
In the UK, just had one of these arrive today:
https://frankolsenfurniture.co.uk/product/intel-1500-white-walnut-tv-cabinet-2/
Haven't built it yet, but it has built-in Alex-compatible LED lighting with phone charging as well. Will happily come back later to post some pictures. Will house a Samsung Q90R on top, then inside a PS5, Series X, Receiver and Switch. Managed to get it on Black Friday for £100 off.
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https://frankolsenfurniture.co.uk/product/intel-1500-white-walnut-tv-cabinet-2/
Haven't built it yet, but it has built-in Alex-compatible LED lighting with phone charging as well. Will happily come back later to post some pictures. Will house a Samsung Q90R on top, then inside a PS5, Series X, Receiver and Switch. Managed to get it on Black Friday for £100 off.
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Thanks for the reply. Did you buy a version without a centre door or did you choose not to fit it?
I decided to leave it off actually. Wanted to see the AV unit, plus it's easier for remote control purposes.