MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US (CodR2B14NVK5669) vs HP OMEN 16L (TG03-0055t)
Comparison summary
- The computers have different operating systems, MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US has Windows 11 Home and HP OMEN 16L has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US has a faster graphics card.
- For portability OMEN 16L is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
- OMEN 16L is cheaper.
- Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US has a larger SSD for storage.
MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US (CodR2B14NVK5669)
HP OMEN 16L (TG03-0055t)
Compare specifications
| MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US (CodR2B14NVK5669) | HP OMEN 16L (TG03-0055t) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5 Series | Intel Core i5 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 5050 | GeForce RTX 3050 |
| Weight | |
| 27.45 lbs (12.45 kg) | 18 lbs (8.16 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 23.7 x 21.5 x 12.2 inches | 14 x 13 x 7 inches |
| (60.2 x 54.61 x 30.99 cm) | (35.56 x 33.02 x 17.78 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 31, 2026 | August 11, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,179.16 | $1,039.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,111.29 | $1,039.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US (CodR2B14NVK5669) summary
MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US is a good value Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 video card that is superb for gaming. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 50% of the games published this year.
MSI Codex R2 B14NVK5-699US Gaming Desktop PC - Intel Core i5-14400F, GeForce RTX 5050, 16GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Black
Intel Core i5-14400F processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics deliver dependable performance for popular games
16GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB M.2 NVMe Gen4 SSD support responsive everyday performance and fast storage
air cooling and an LED switch button help keep the tower simple and gaming-ready
650W 80+ Gold power supply, Wi-Fi 6E, and USB Type-C support a modern desktop setup
MSI gaming keyboard and mouse included so you can get started right away
ASIN: B0HC8HFWZ2
HP OMEN 16L (TG03-0055t) summary
HP OMEN 16L is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card which is adequate for gaming. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 40% of the games published this year.
HP OMEN 16L Gaming Desktop, 10-Core Intel i5-14400F Processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Graphics, 16GB DDR5 RAM 512GB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro, Display Ports, RJ-45, PLUSERA 8-in-1 Hub Included, White
【Responsive 10-Core Performance】Powered by the Intel Core i5-14400F processor with 10 cores, 16 threads, 20MB cache and speeds up to 4.7GHz. Its hybrid architecture delivers responsive performance for gaming, streaming, content creation and everyday multitasking.
【Dedicated RTX Gaming Graphics】NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 dedicated graphics deliver smooth, detailed visuals for popular games and creative applications. Support for real-time ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS helps enhance lighting, image quality and gaming performance.
【Expandable Memory And Fast Storage】Configure with up to 40GB DDR5 RAM to run games, streaming software and multiple applications smoothly. Up to 2TB PCIe SSD provides fast startup, responsive loading and spacious storage for games, videos, projects and essential files.
【Compact 16L Gaming Design】The space-efficient 16-liter tower delivers capable gaming performance without occupying excessive desk space. Its modern black OMEN styling fits naturally into gaming rooms, home offices, dorms and creative workspaces.
【Immersive Gaming Audio】Experience detailed, multidirectional sound with support for 5.1-channel surround sound. OMEN Audio Control with DTS Ultra enhances spatial awareness, helping you identify the direction and distance of in-game sounds while delivering more immersive audio for games, movies and entertainment when connected to compatible audio equipment.
ASIN: B0HDR8626Q