ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK (GA15DK-DS776) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Codex Z2 has a faster processor. It also has more memory.
- The computers have different operating systems, ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK has Windows 10 Home and Codex Z2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Codex Z2 has a lot better graphics card.
- Codex Z2 is cheaper.
- ROG Strix GA15DK is slimmer and smaller in size.
- Codex Z2 has a larger SSD for storage.
ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK (GA15DK-DS776)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK (GA15DK-DS776) | MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Weight | |
| - | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.61 x 16.57 x 7.28 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (49.81 x 42.09 x 18.49 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 17, 2023 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,699.00 | $2,077.86 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,699.00 | $2,077.86 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK (GA15DK-DS776) summary
ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK is a Windows gaming computer. It doesn't have the best AMD processor and also less RAM than competitors for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 3070 video card that is unremarkable for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year.
ASUS ROG Strix GA15DK Gaming Desktop PC, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, GeForce RTX 3070, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB SSD, Wi-Fi 5, Windows 10 Home, GA15DK-DS776
AMD Ryzen 7-5800X Processor (32M Cache, up to 4.7 GHz) with ROG B550 board & chipset
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6 (Base: 1500MHz, Boost: 1755MHz, TDP: 220W) | GPU Ports: 1x HDMI, 3x DP, 1x DVI
1TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD | 16GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM | Windows 10 Home | Gigabit Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Game your way with customizable ASUS Aura Sync RGB chassis lighting and EMI-reducing transparent side panel
Flow Tech Ventilation elevates internal cooling to maximize system performance
ASIN: B0BYL22PZ7
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) summary
MSI Codex Z2 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It doesn't have the best AMD CPU, however enough memory for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is underwhelming for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop: AMD R7-8700F, GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB DDR5, 2TB m.2 NVMe SSD, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home : A8NVP-436US
POWERHOUSE 8-CORE GAMING PERFORMANCE — Driven by the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F with 8 cores and 16 threads, boosting up to 5.0 GHz for smooth, responsive gameplay and the ability to handle AAA titles, streaming, and background tasks all at once
NEXT-GEN BLACKWELL ARCHITECTURE — The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is powered by NVIDIA's cutting-edge Blackwell GPU architecture, delivering a massive generational leap in rasterization and ray tracing performance so you can experience your games the way they were meant to be played.
Simplistic Design: Enjoy the latest generation of Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
Cool While Gaming: In conjunction with an ARGB fan Air Cooler, the Codex R2 features four system cooling fans; three in the front and one in the rear to pull in cool air and push heat out of the PC.
Turn on the Bright Lights: With the built-in RGB lighting, take your gaming experience to the next level by pressing the MSI LED button to cycle through lighting options. Customize lighting even further with MSI Center software.
ASIN: B0F15TM77B