Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 vs MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2B8NVL694)
Comparison summary
- For performance Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 has a lot better performing processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, LCGS View 8776-170 has Windows 11 and MSI Codex Z2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Codex Z2 has a bit faster graphics card.
- For portability Codex Z2 is lighter.
- Codex Z2 is cheaper.
Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2B8NVL694)
Compare specifications
| Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 | MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2B8NVL694) |
|---|---|
| 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 5 8400F |
| 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 | |
| Radeon RX 7600 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Weight | |
| 30 lbs (13.61 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 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 26, 2026 | June 8, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,449.99 | $1,299.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,449.99 | $1,299.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 summary
Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 is a Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It has a great AMD processor plus a decent amount of memory for its price. The computer has the Radeon RX 7600 GPU that is weak for gaming. You can play 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
Thermaltake LCGS View 8776-170 Gaming Desktop (AMD Ryzen™ 7 8700F, AMD Radeon™ RX 7600, 16GB DDR5 6000MT/s Memory, 1TB NVMe M.2, 650W PSU, WiFi, Windows 11) V17B-B840-R76-LCS
AMD Ryzen 7 8700F CPU, AMD B840 Chipset motherboard, 16GB DDR5 6000MT/s, 1TB NVMe M.2, 650W PSU, WiFi, Windows 11
AMD Radeon RX 7600, Display Port/HDMI
ARGB Tower Air Cooler
Chassis I/O - 2x USB 3.0, 1x Headphone, 1x Mic
PSU Power cover with Filtered Ventilated Vertical Side mount Radiator support
ASIN: B0H6KL3B36
MSI Codex Z2 (CodZ2B8NVL694) summary
MSI Codex Z2 is a fair value gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 video card which is reasonable for playing games. You can play 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer has a fine AMD CPU, however enough memory for its price.
msi Codex Z2 Gaming Desktop: AMD Ryzen R5-8400F, GeForce RTX 5060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 11 Home Plus: B8NVL-694US
POWERHOUSE 6-CORE GAMING PERFORMANCE — Driven by the AMD Ryzen R5-8400F with 6 cores and 12 threads, boosting up to 4.7 GHz for smooth, responsive gameplay and the ability to handle modern AAA titles, streaming, and multitasking with ease.
NEXT-GEN BLACKWELL ARCHITECTURE — The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is powered by NVIDIA’s advanced Blackwell GPU architecture, delivering strong rasterization and ray tracing performance for smooth gameplay, immersive visuals, and an enhanced gaming experience across modern titles.
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: B0H46VV5F7