MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TE284) vs Alienware Aurora (5JY2W)
Comparison summary
- For performance Alienware Aurora has a lot faster processor.
- For displaying graphics Aurora has a lot better graphics card.
- Aurora is slimmer and smaller in size.
MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TE284)
Alienware Aurora (5JY2W)
Compare specifications
| MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TE284) | Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-12700KF | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | - |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Weight | |
| - | 33.89 lbs (15.37 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 23.82 x 22.05 x 12.44 inches | 18.05 x 16.46 x 7.76 inches |
| (60.5 x 56.01 x 31.6 cm) | (45.85 x 41.81 x 19.71 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | |
| Release date | |
| October 9, 2023 | June 5, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,988.00 | $2,973.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,988.00 | $2,973.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TE284) summary
MSI Aegis RS is a Windows gaming computer. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor and also less RAM than competitors for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GPU that is underwhelming for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
MSI Aegis RS (Tower) Gaming Desktop, Intel Core i7-12700KF, GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, 16GB Memory (Dual-CHL), 1TB SSD, WiFi 6E, Liquid Cooling, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home (12TE-284US)
CPU: Intel Core i7-12700KF 8P+4EC/20T 3.6-5.0 GHz 25MB Cache
MEMORY: 16GB DDR5 (2 x 8GB) 4800 MHz
4x DDR5 4800MHz U-DIMM, up to 128GB
STORAGE: 1TB M.2 NVMe
GRAPHICS: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (8GB GDDR6X 256-bit)
ASIN: B09VYNJ6F7
Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) summary
Alienware Aurora is a superb value gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is great for gaming. The computer has a superb Intel CPU for its price.
Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, RTX 5080, Intel Core Ultra 9 285
Legend perfected: Modern design with a matte "basalt black" finish in an optimized chassis with customizable AlienFX lighting zones, including the striking stadium lighting.
Game changing graphics: Step into the future of gaming and creation with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture.
Marathon gaming unlocked: This high-performance technology ensures clean energy is consistently available, unleashing the top-level power of Intel Core Ultra 9 processor as you game, livestream, and multi-task for hours on end.
240mm heat exchanger: The 240mm heat exchanger, available on the optional CPU liquid cooling, heightens thermal resistance, ensuring temperatures stay consistently low during longer gaming sessions.
Total command: Alienware Command Center software allows you to create and edit AlienFX lighting across the ecosystem, choose and monitor your performance mode across distinct power states, and create custom gaming profiles for your whole library.
Dell Services: 1 Year Onsite Service provides support when and where you need it. Dell will come to your home, office, or location of choice, if an issue covered by Limited Hardware Warranty cannot be resolved remotely.
ASIN: B0F9MPVT38