Comparison of MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232) vs MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)
Comparison of MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97) vs MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)

MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232) vs MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)

Comparison summary

  • For performance MSECORE AI Mini has a lot faster processor. It also has more memory.
  • For displaying graphics MSI Codex R2 has a lot better graphics card.
  • For portability AI Mini is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
  • AI Mini is cheaper.
Compare technical specifications of MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)
Compare technical specifications of MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)

MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)

MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)

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MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232)MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games.
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Intel Core i5 SeriesAMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC.
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16gb64gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 4060Radeon 780M
Weight
21.3 lbs (9.66 kg)4.41 lbs (2 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
19 x 16 x 8.38 inches5.16 x 5.16 x 1.81 inches
(48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm)(13.1 x 13.1 x 4.6 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
1000gb SSD1000gb SSD
Release date
May 1, 2024April 15, 2024
Amazon.com List Price
$1,199.99$1,075.00
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$1,199.99$1,075.00
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Compare MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NUC5232) vs MSI Codex R (13NUC5087)
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Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 4060 GPU16 GB RAMi5 CPU
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Amazon.com description

msi Codex R2 Gaming Desktop: Intel Core i5-14400F, Geforce RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, 80+ Gold PSU, WiFi, Keyboard & Mouse, DIY Friendly, Windows 11 Home: A14NUC5-232US

Game without compromise: Go beyond performance with Intel Core i5 processors. Optimized with a hybrid processing architecture, they deliver exceptional performance for users to enjoy a smooth gaming experience.

Simplistic Design: Enjoy the latest generation of Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.

Beyond Fast: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 powered by the Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world.

Cool While Gaming: In conjunction with an RGB CPU 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: B0CYVT6V9J

msecore AI Mini Gaming PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS Upto 5.2GHz, 64G DDR5 RAM, 1T PCIE4.0 SSD, Radeon 780M Graphics, 2.5G LAN, 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C, Triple Display, Wi-Fi 6e, VESA, Windows 11 Pro

【Comes with Powerful AMD Ryzen 9 Processor】This computer is equipped with AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, 8 Cores 16 Threads, Base Clock 4.0GHz, Max. Boost Clock 5.2GHz. Support AI Engine Capabilities. AMD Radeon 780M is powerful than GTX1050Ti 4G. Compatible with sound card, external graphics card, docking station. You could use it not only for daily work, watching movies, but also could use it for some light games, video editing, AI and complex tasks.

【RAM and Storage Expand】This desktop computer was preinstalled with 64G DDR5 RAM, 1T PCIE4.0 SSD, which can response more quickly than the PC with DDR4 RAM. There are two DDR5 RAM slots, support Max 64GB (32GB*2). And there is one M2 2280 SSD. We will install Windows 11 Pro operating system on the M2 2280 PCIE4.0 SSD by default.

【Triple Display】The mini computer has three video outputs: 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C. The integrated graphics is AMD Radeon 780M, has twelve Graphics Core. Graphics Frequency: 2800 MHz. It supports 4K output and supports to connect three monitors at the same time, press "Windows" + "P" to set the multi display.

【Dual LAN Support】This mini PC supports two LAN. One LAN is 1G Gigabit Ethernet, the other is 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet. Built-in WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The wireless WiFi also supports Gigabit. You have more options to deploy network. There are two wireless antenna, you could install them on the mini PC to enhance the signal.

【Compact Design】 The product size is 131*131*46MM (5.2*5.2*1.8inch), and its weight (including the power brick) is no more than 2KG. It will not take too much space on the desktop and it is convenient to carry it out. You could use the VESA mount to hang the mini PC behind the monitor. We provide 2 years hardware warranty. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will reply within 24 hours.

ASIN: B0CTY17BTD