Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) vs MSI Aegis Z2 (AeZ2C7NUC817)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Aegis Z2 has a lot better processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, Intel NUC 11 has Windows 10 Pro and Aegis Z2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Aegis Z2 has a bit better performing graphics card.
- NUC 11 is thinner and smaller in size.
- Aegis Z2 is cheaper.
Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000)
MSI Aegis Z2 (AeZ2C7NUC817)
Compare specifications
| Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) | MSI Aegis Z2 (AeZ2C7NUC817) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-11700B | AMD Ryzen 7 7700 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
| Weight | |
| - | 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.26 x 12.51 x 5.07 inches | 19.4 x 19 x 9.1 inches |
| (33.68 x 31.78 x 12.88 cm) | (49.28 x 48.26 x 23.11 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 20, 2025 | July 26, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,689.00 | $1,549.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,689.00 | $1,549.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) summary
Intel NUC 11 is a gaming computer with Windows 10 Pro released in 2025. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less memory than it's rivals for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB GPU which is subpar for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
MSI Aegis Z2 (AeZ2C7NUC817) summary
MSI Aegis Z2 is a fairly priced gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card that is decent for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer has a remarkable AMD processor, but less RAM than the competition for its price.
msi Aegis Z2 Gaming Desktop (2024): AMD Ryzen R7-7700, Geforce RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 SSD, 80+ Gold PSU, WiFi, Keyboard & Mouse, DIY Friendly, Windows 11 Home: C7NUC-817US
AMD Ryzen R7-7700
Simplistic Design: Enjoy the latest generation of Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
Beyond Fast: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 powered by the Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world.
Cool While Gaming: In conjunction with an RGB CPU Air Cooler, the Aegis Z2 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.
Easy to Upgrade: the Aegis Z2 series gives gamers flexible system management through standardized MSI components and parts.
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