Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUC269)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Codex Z2 has a lot better processor. It also has more memory.
- The computers have different operating systems, Intel NUC 11 has Windows 10 Pro and Codex Z2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Codex Z2 has a bit better performing graphics card.
- NUC 11 is thinner and smaller in size.
- Codex Z2 is cheaper.
Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUC269)
Compare specifications
| Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) | MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUC269) |
|---|---|
| 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 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 3060 12GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
| Weight | |
| - | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.26 x 12.51 x 5.07 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (33.68 x 31.78 x 12.88 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 20, 2025 | November 11, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,689.00 | $1,599.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,689.00 | $1,599.99 |
| 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 has the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB GPU which is fine for playing games. You can play 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less memory than it's rivals for its price.
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUC269) summary
MSI Codex Z2 is a fine value gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2024. It has the GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card that is impressive for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top AMD processor, however enough memory for its price.
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop: AMD R7-8700F, GeForce RTX 4060, 32GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home : B8NUC-269US
AMD Ryzen R7-8700F
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 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.
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