MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US (Codex) vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) has a lot better processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US has Windows 11 Home and CodZ2A8NVP436 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics CodZ2A8NVP436 has a better performing graphics card.
- CodZ2A8NVP436 is cheaper.
- B8NVL-694US has a larger SSD for storage.
MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US (Codex)
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436)
Compare specifications
| MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US (Codex) | 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 5 8400F | 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 5060 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Weight | |
| 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches | |
| (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2x 2000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 14, 2026 | June 1, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,399.00 | $2,090.46 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,399.00 | $2,090.46 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US (Codex) summary
MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US is a Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It doesn't have the best AMD CPU, though enough memory for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card which is unremarkable for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
[2026] MSI Codex Z2 B8NVL-694US (AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, 32GB RAM, 2X 2TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, Windows 11) Gaming Desktop PC
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 8400F 6 Cores (4.2GHz-4.7GHz, 16MB Cache, 65W)
RAM: 32GB Desktop Memory | Hard Drive: 4TB (2x 2TB) PCIe NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
*PROMOTION: Exclusive Gaming Bundle (Gaming Keyboard/Mouse). See description for more details.
ASIN: B0HN1Z6J3Y
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NVP436) summary
MSI Codex Z2 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is reasonable for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't have the best AMD CPU, however enough memory for its price.
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop, AMD R7-8700F, RTX 5070, 32GB DDR5, 2TB SSD | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home. Model 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