HP Envy vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance HP Envy has a lot better processor. It also contains more memory.
- For displaying graphics MSI Codex Z2 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- Codex Z2 is cheaper.
- Envy is thinner and smaller in size.
HP Envy
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| HP Envy | 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 i9 Series | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Weight | |
| - | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.28 x 11.97 x 6.12 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (33.73 x 30.4 x 15.54 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| May 31, 2025 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,499.00 | $2,054.03 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,499.00 | $1,829.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Compare HP Envy / MSI Codex Z2 vs other Intel i9 gaming PCs:
HP Envy summary
HP Envy is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB GPU that is lackluster for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 40% of the games published this year.
HP Envy Desktop PC 2TB SSD 64GB RAM Win 11 Pro (Intel Core 14th Generation i9-14900K Processor - 3.20GHz Turbo Boost to 6.00GHz, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8GB GDDR6) Business Computer
Intel Core i9-14900K at 3.20GHz with TURBO BOOST to 6.00GHz (EXTREME processor)
64 GB of RAM (ULTRA performance)
2 TB SSD; Windows 11 Pro
NVIDIA GeForce RTX with 8 GB GDDR6 dedicated memory & up to 16 GB total video RAM
Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet RJ45, 1 x USB Type-C 5Gbps, 2 x USB Type-A 10Gbps, 2 x USB Type-A 5Gbps, 4 x USB 2.0 Type A
ASIN: B0DHF57HKC
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