MSI Aegis ZS2 vs Intel NUC 8 (BOXNUC8i7HVKVA1)
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Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Aegis ZS2 has a lot better performing processor.
- Aegis ZS2 is cheaper.
- The computers have different operating systems, Aegis ZS2 has Windows 11 Home and Intel NUC 8 has Windows 10 Home.
- For displaying graphics Aegis ZS2 has a lot faster graphics card.
- NUC 8 is thinner and smaller in size.
- Aegis ZS2 has a larger SSD for storage.
MSI Aegis ZS2
Intel NUC 8 (BOXNUC8i7HVKVA1)
Compare specifications
| MSI Aegis ZS2 | Intel NUC 8 (BOXNUC8i7HVKVA1) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9900X | Intel Core i7 Series |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | Radeon RX Vega M GH |
| Weight | |
| 41 lbs (18.6 kg) | - |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 24 x 23 x 13 inches | 10.8 x 7.8 x 4.9 inches |
| (60.96 x 58.42 x 33.02 cm) | (27.43 x 19.81 x 12.45 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 7, 2026 | October 10, 2019 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $4,039.00 | $8,039.02 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $4,039.00 | $8,039.02 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 9 min agoIn stock DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 7 h agoOnly 1 new offer left DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. |
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MSI Aegis ZS2 summary
MSI Aegis ZS2 is an acceptable value Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card that is great for gaming. You can play 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top AMD processor plus also less RAM than it's rivals for its price.
msi Aegis ZS2 Gaming Desktop, AMD Ryzen 9 9900X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7, 16GB DDR5, 3TB Storage (2TB SSD&1TB Docking Station Set), Liquid Cooling, Wi-Fi 7, Keyboard & Mouse, Win 11, Black
Spectacular Visual Delights--【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components. 【AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Processor】Powered by 12 cores and 24 threads, with a 4.4GHz base clock and up to 5.6GHz boost, delivering smooth gameplay and fast responsiveness for demanding tasks.
Reliable CPU Performance--【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7】Delivers powerful graphics performance with smooth visuals and reliable speed for immersive gaming and creative tasks.
Memory & Storage--【16GB DDR5 RAM】Experience improved bandwidth and efficiency for seamless multitasking, quicker load times, and stable system performance. 【3TB Storage】2TB PCIe SSD+1TB Docking Station Set; Provides blazing boot-up speed and ample storage for games, files, and media.
Superior Peripheral Capability--【Liquid Cooling】Advanced 360mm CPU liquid cooling keeps temperatures low under heavy workloads, maintaining peak performance.【Wi-Fi 7】Enjoy ultra-fast wireless speeds, low latency, and stable connectivity for smooth online gaming and streaming.
OS & Port--【Windows 11 Home】19.4'' x 9.1'' x19'', 26.9 lbs. Keyboard and mouse included. Power: 850W 80+ Gold.【Ports】 Front: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C, 1x Mic-in,1x Headphone-out; Rear: 4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A (5 Gbps), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A (10 Gbps), 1x HDMI -out, 3x DP-out (1.4a). 【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
ASIN: B0GWLCDH7M
Intel NUC 8 (BOXNUC8i7HVKVA1) summary
Intel NUC 8 is a Windows gaming computer. It has the Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics card that is lackluster for gaming. You can play some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to run.
Intel NUC 8 Performance-G Mini PC (NUC8i7HVKVA) - Core i7 100W, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
Take control with an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8809G Processor unlocked for performance tuning
Radeon RX Vega M GH Graphics - immerse yourself in virtual reality and travel to far away destinations or play your favorite high resolution games
Windows 10 Home pre-installed
16GB DDR4-2400 & 1TB Intel NVMe 760P SSD - all the storage you need for media, games, files and more
ASIN: B07H8M3TJY