Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance Alienware Aurora has a lot better processor.
- For displaying graphics Aurora has a lot better performing graphics card.
- MSI Codex Z2 is cheaper.
- For carrying Codex Z2 is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
Alienware Aurora (5JY2W)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) | MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285 | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| - | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Weight | |
| 33.89 lbs (15.37 kg) | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 18.05 x 16.46 x 7.76 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (45.85 x 41.81 x 19.71 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| - | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | |
| Release date | |
| June 5, 2025 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,973.00 | $2,099.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,973.00 | $2,099.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) summary
Alienware Aurora is a superb value gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is great for gaming. The computer has a superb Intel CPU for its price.
Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, RTX 5080, Intel Core Ultra 9 285
Legend perfected: Modern design with a matte "basalt black" finish in an optimized chassis with customizable AlienFX lighting zones, including the striking stadium lighting.
Game changing graphics: Step into the future of gaming and creation with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture.
Marathon gaming unlocked: This high-performance technology ensures clean energy is consistently available, unleashing the top-level power of Intel Core Ultra 9 processor as you game, livestream, and multi-task for hours on end.
240mm heat exchanger: The 240mm heat exchanger, available on the optional CPU liquid cooling, heightens thermal resistance, ensuring temperatures stay consistently low during longer gaming sessions.
Total command: Alienware Command Center software allows you to create and edit AlienFX lighting across the ecosystem, choose and monitor your performance mode across distinct power states, and create custom gaming profiles for your whole library.
Dell Services: 1 Year Onsite Service provides support when and where you need it. Dell will come to your home, office, or location of choice, if an issue covered by Limited Hardware Warranty cannot be resolved remotely.
ASIN: B0F9MPVT38
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