MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TJ282) vs MSI Aegis ZS2 (AeZS2C9NVV1277)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Aegis ZS2 has a lot faster processor. It also has more memory.
- The computers have different operating systems, MSI Aegis RS has Windows 11 Home and ZS2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics RS has a bit better graphics card.
- ZS2 is cheaper.
- ZS2 is slimmer and smaller in size.
- RS has more HDD storage.
MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TJ282)
MSI Aegis ZS2 (AeZS2C9NVV1277)
Compare specifications
| MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TJ282) | MSI Aegis ZS2 (AeZS2C9NVV1277) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-12900KF | AMD Ryzen 9 9900X |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 32gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Weight | |
| - | 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 23.82 x 22.05 x 12.44 inches | 19.4 x 19 x 9.1 inches |
| (60.5 x 56.01 x 31.6 cm) | (49.28 x 48.26 x 23.11 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD, 2000gb HDD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 26, 2022 | December 14, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,499.00 | $4,188.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,499.00 | $4,188.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Aegis RS (AERS12TJ282) summary
MSI Aegis RS is a decent value Windows gaming computer. It has the GeForce RTX 3090 GPU which is exceptional for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM than competitors for its price.
MSI Aegis RS (Tower) Gaming Desktop, Intel Core i9-12900KF, GeForce RTX 3090, 32GB Memory (Dual-CHL), 2TB SSD + 2TB HDD, WiFi 6E, Liquid Cooling, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home (12TJ-282US)
CPU: Intel Core i9-12900KF 8P+8EC/24T 3.2-5.2 GHz 30MB Cache, VR-Ready
MEMORY: 32GB DDR5 (2 x 16GB) 4800 MHz
4x DDR5 4800MHz U-DIMM, up to 128GB
STORAGE: 2TB M.2 NVMe 4 TLC + 2TB (3.5" 7200 RPM)
GRAPHICS: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (24GB GDDR6X 384-bit)
ASIN: B09W4CF8V1
MSI Aegis ZS2 (AeZS2C9NVV1277) summary
MSI Aegis ZS2 is a fine value gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card which is great for playing games. You can play 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top AMD CPU, though enough memory for its price.
MSI Aegis ZS2 Gaming Desktop: AMD R9-9900X, GeForce RTX 5080, 64GB DDR5, 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD, Liquid Cooling, 850W USB Type C, VR-Ready, Window 11 Home: C9NVV-1277US
AMD Ryzen R9-9900X
Simplistic Design: Enjoy the latest generation of Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Liquid Cooling: With MSI's exclusive 360mm CPU liquid cooler, Aegis ZS2 allows maximum heat dissipation and handles the most hardware-intensive games without breaking a sweat.
Easy to Upgrade: the Aegis ZS2 series gives gamers flexible system management through standardized MSI components and parts.
ASIN: B0DTBMDKQ3