MSI Aegis Z2 (Ryzen) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Aegis Z2 has a better processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, Aegis Z2 has Windows 11 Home and MSI Codex Z2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For carrying Codex Z2 is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
- Codex Z2 has a larger SSD for storage.
- Aegis Z2 is a bit cheaper.
MSI Aegis Z2 (Ryzen)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| MSI Aegis Z2 (Ryzen) | 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 7 7700 | 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 | |
| 37 lbs (16.78 kg) | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.4 x 19 x 9.1 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (49.28 x 48.26 x 23.11 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 18, 2025 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,079.00 | $2,149.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,079.00 | $2,149.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Amazon.com description
msi Aegis Z2 Gaming Desktop AMD Octa-core Ryzen 7 7700 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD GeForce RTX 5070 DLSS4 (Up to 988 AI Tops) 750W 80+ Gold PSU ARGB Fan CPU Air Cooling Win11 ICP Hub
32GB RAM | 1TB SSD
Equipped With The Powerful and Fast AMD Octa-core Ryzen 7 7700 Processor
Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB Graphic
5 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB-C 3.2, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1 x RJ45 Ethernet
Windows 11 Home, CPU Cooler (Air Cooler), ARGB Fan, Wi-Fi6E, 750W 80+ Gold Power Supply, Keyboard & Mouse, Auth USB-C Hub
ASIN: B0G194L8T5
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop: AMD R7-8700F, GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB DDR5, 2TB m.2 NVMe SSD, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home : 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