Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Codex Z2 has a better processor.
- Codex Z2 is cheaper.
- Lenovo Legion is thinner and smaller in size.
- Codex Z2 has a larger SSD for storage.
Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5) | 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 5 Series | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Weight | |
| - | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 18.8 x 16.34 x 8.31 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (47.75 x 41.5 x 21.11 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 5, 2026 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,599.99 | $2,090.46 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,599.99 | $2,090.46 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5) summary
Lenovo Legion is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card that is good for gaming. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Desktop PC, NVIDIA RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7, AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D(Up to 5.0 GHz), 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s 1TB SSD, USB KB, Mouse, Wi-Fi 6E, Office Lifetime Windows 11 Pro
【AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D Gaming Performance】 Powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, 4.2GHz base clock, up to 5.0GHz max boost frequency, and 96MB L3 cache with AMD 3D V-Cache technology. This Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gaming Desktop delivers responsive performance for AAA gaming, competitive esports, high-FPS gameplay, streaming, content creation, and demanding multitasking, making it a powerful Ryzen 7 gaming PC for gamers and creators.
【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 Graphics】 Experience next-generation graphics with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 featuring 12GB GDDR7 dedicated video memory and NVIDIA Blackwell architecture. This Lenovo Legion Tower 5 RTX 5070 Gaming PC supports DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, advanced ray tracing, and AI-accelerated graphics for immersive AAA gaming, high-resolution gameplay, 3D rendering, video editing, streaming, and GPU-intensive creative applications.
【32GB DDR5 RGB Memory & 1TB NVMe SSD】 The Lenovo Legion Tower 5 desktop computer features 32GB DDR5 RGB memory rated at 5600MHz for demanding games, multitasking, live streaming, creative software, and multiple applications. A spacious 1TB NVMe solid-state drive delivers fast system startup, responsive application loading, quick file access, and ample storage for AAA games, media libraries, documents, and creative projects, making this 32GB RAM gaming desktop ready for work and play.
【Legion Coldfront Cooling & RGB Gaming Design】 Engineered for demanding gaming sessions, the Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gaming Desktop features Legion Coldfront air cooling designed to help manage heat while maintaining quiet operation. Its bold Eclipse Black chassis, customizable RGB lighting, and transparent tool-less side panel combine gaming aesthetics with practical component access. The Legion Tower 5 offers a modern gaming PC design suited for immersive desktop gaming and personalized setups.
【Legion Space & Versatile Gaming Connectivity】 The Lenovo Legion Tower 5 combines Windows 11 with Legion Space software for convenient system management, performance settings, and RGB lighting customization. Featuring USB Type-C, USB Type-A, wired Ethernet, and wireless connectivity, this RTX 5070 desktop gaming computer supports essential gaming peripherals, networking, and accessories. Built for gaming, streaming, content creation, and everyday productivity, it offers a versatile desktop PC experience.
ASIN: B0HCZ157RB
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) summary
MSI Codex Z2 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is reasonable for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't have the best AMD CPU, however enough memory for its price.
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop, AMD R7-8700F, RTX 5070, 32GB DDR5, 2TB SSD | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home. Model 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