MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUD268) vs iBUYPOWER Slate Black (PB-SBA7N56-02)
Comparison summary
- For performance iBUYPOWER Slate Black has a better processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, MSI Codex Z2 has Windows 11 Pro and Slate Black has Windows 11 Home.
- For displaying graphics Codex Z2 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- For carrying Codex Z2 is lighter. It's also slimmer and smaller in size.
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUD268)
iBUYPOWER Slate Black (PB-SBA7N56-02)
Compare specifications
| MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2A8NUD268) | iBUYPOWER Slate Black (PB-SBA7N56-02) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 8700F | AMD Ryzen 7 7700 |
| 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 4060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Weight | |
| 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) | 36 lbs (16.33 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches | 19.5 x 19.3 x 8.7 inches |
| (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) | (49.53 x 49.02 x 22.1 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 11, 2024 | June 6, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,699.99 | |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,699.99 | |
| Buy on Amazon.com | |
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Compare MSI Codex Z2 / iBUYPOWER Slate Black vs other AMD gaming PCs:
Amazon.com description
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop: AMD R7-8700F, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti, 32GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home : A8NUD-268US
AMD Ryzen R7-8700F
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 Ti 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 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: B0DGJP29XJ
iBUYPOWER Slate Black Gaming PC Desktop Computer AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GPU, 32GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Gamer Keyboard, Mouse - SBA7N5602
AMD Ryzen 7 7700, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB, 32GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz 16x2 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: B0F9XXHQ9B