MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US (CODR2C14NVL5473) vs iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01)
Comparison summary
- For displaying graphics MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US has a better performing graphics card.
- For carrying Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US is lighter. It's also slimmer and smaller in size.
- Otherwise they are similar.
MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US (CODR2C14NVL5473)
iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01)
Compare specifications
| MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US (CODR2C14NVL5473) | iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01) |
|---|---|
| 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 5060 | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Weight | |
| 32 lbs (14.51 kg) | 36 lbs (16.33 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 21.6 x 12.3 x 11.6 inches | 19.4 x 17.3 x 8.3 inches |
| (54.86 x 31.24 x 29.46 cm) | (49.28 x 43.94 x 21.08 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| - | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 17, 2025 | August 11, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,199.99 | $1,101.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,099.99 | $1,101.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US (CODR2C14NVL5473) summary
MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US is a good value gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 GPU that is outstanding for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
MSI Codex R2 C14NVL5-473US Gaming Desktop Computer, Intel Core i5-14400F 2.
Intel Core I5-14400F 2.5GHz (4.7GHz Max)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 With 8GB GDDR7
ASIN: B0FRH7CPTF
iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01) summary
iBUYPOWER Element SE is a good value Windows gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card that is superb for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 50% of the games published this year.
iBUYPOWER Element SE Gaming PC Desktop Computer Intel Core i5 14400F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GPU, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Gamer Keyboard, Mouse - ESI5N5501
Intel Core i5 14400F, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz 16x1 1TB NVMe SSD, WIFI Ready, Windows 11 Home
Connectivity: 6 x USB 3.1 | 1x RJ-45 Network Ethernet 10/100/1000 | Audio: On board audio
Special Add-Ons: Tempered Glass RGB Gaming Case | 802.11AC Wi-Fi Included | 16 Color RGB Lighting Case | Free iBuyPower Gaming Keyboard & RGB Gaming Mouse | No Bloatware
ASIN: B0FKB8PH95