Comparison of MSECORE Mini (MAR77) vs MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)
Comparison of MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232) vs MSECORE Mini (MAR77)

MSECORE Mini (MAR77) vs MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)

Comparison summary

  • For performance MSECORE Mini has a lot faster processor.
  • Mini is cheaper.
  • For displaying graphics MSI Codex R2 has a lot better graphics card.
  • For portability Mini is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
  • Codex R2 has a larger SSD for storage.
Compare technical specifications of MSECORE Mini (MAR77)
Compare technical specifications of MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)

MSECORE Mini (MAR77)

MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)

AMD CPUBudget choice
i5 CPU

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MSECORE Mini (MAR77)MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games.
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AMD Ryzen 7 7840HSIntel Core i5 Series
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC.
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16gb16gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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Radeon 780MGeForce RTX 4060
Weight
4.41 lbs (2 kg)21.3 lbs (9.66 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
5.16 x 5.16 x 1.81 inches19 x 16 x 8.38 inches
(13.1 x 13.1 x 4.6 cm)(48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
500gb SSD1000gb SSD
Release date
March 7, 2024May 1, 2024
Amazon.com List Price
$587.00$1,199.99
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$587.00$1,199.99
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Amazon.com description

msecore Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, 16G DDR5 RAM, 512G PCIE4.0 SSD, Dual LAN, Support 1 * 2.5G, 2*HDMI, 1*USB4.0, 4K Triple Display, Wi-Fi 6e, Small Desktop Computer, VESA, Windows 11 Pro

【Comes with Powerful AMD Processor】This computer is equipped with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor, 8 Cores 16 Threads, Base Clock 3.8GHz, Max. Boost Clock 5.1GHz. The default TDP is 35-54W. You could use it not only for daily work, watching movies, but also could use it for some light games, video editing and complex tasks.

【RAM and Storage Expand】This desktop computer was preinstalled with 16G DDR5 RAM, 512G PCIE4.0 SSD, which can response more quickly than the PC with DDR4 RAM. There are two DDR5 RAM slots, support Max 64GB (32GB*2). And there is one M2 2280 SSD. We will install Windows 11 Pro operating system on the M2 2280 PCIE4.0 SSD by default.

【Triple Display】The mini computer has three video outputs: 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C. The integrated graphics is AMD Radeon 780M, has twelve Graphics Core. Graphics Frequency: 2700 MHz. It supports 4K output and supports to connect three monitors at the same time, press "Windows" + "P" to set the multi display.

【Dual LAN Support】This mini PC supports two LAN. One LAN is 1G Gigabit Ethernet, the other is 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet. Built-in WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The WiFi 6e extend to 6GHz, and also support traditional 2.4GHz / 5GHz. It supports more wireless devices, and can decrease the delay of gaming or live. There are two wireless antenna, you could install them on the mini PC to enhance the signal.

【VESA Support】 The product size is 131*131*46MM (5.2*5.2*1.8inch), and its weight (including the power brick) is no more than 2KG. It will not take too much space on the desktop and it is convenient to carry it out. You could use the VESA mount to hang the mini PC behind the monitor. We provide 2 years hardware warranty. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will reply within 24 hours.

ASIN: B0CXCF9J7C

msi Codex R2 Gaming Desktop: Intel Core i5-14400F, Geforce RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, 80+ Gold PSU, WiFi, Keyboard & Mouse, DIY Friendly, Windows 11 Home: A14NUC5-232US

Game without compromise: Go beyond performance with Intel Core i5 processors. Optimized with a hybrid processing architecture, they deliver exceptional performance for users to enjoy a smooth gaming experience.

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 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: B0CYVT6V9J