iBUYPOWER Pro (246i) vs MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NVL5454)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSI Codex R2 has a faster processor. It also has more memory.
- The computers have different operating systems, iBUYPOWER Pro has Windows 11 Home and Codex R2 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Codex R2 has a lot better graphics card.
- Codex R2 is slimmer and smaller in size.
- Codex R2 has a larger SSD for storage.
- Codex R2 is a bit cheaper.
iBUYPOWER Pro (246i)
MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NVL5454)
Compare specifications
| iBUYPOWER Pro (246i) | MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NVL5454) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5-11400F | Intel Core i5 Series |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 8gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Radeon RX 6500 XT | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Weight | |
| - | 21.3 lbs (9.66 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.3 x 18.9 x 8.66 inches | 19 x 16 x 8.38 inches |
| (49.02 x 48.01 x 22 cm) | (48.26 x 40.64 x 21.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| April 13, 2022 | August 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,388.88 | $1,329.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,388.88 | $1,329.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Game compatibility checker
Compare iBUYPOWER Pro / MSI Codex R2 vs other Intel i5 gaming PCs:
iBUYPOWER Pro (246i) summary
iBUYPOWER Pro is a Windows gaming computer. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU plus also less RAM than the competition for its price. The computer has the Radeon RX 6500 XT video card which is not the best for gaming. You can play some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to run.
iBUYPOWER Pro Gaming PC Computer Desktop - SlateMR 246i (Intel Core i5-11400F 2.6GHz, AMD Radeon RX 6500XT 4GB, 8GB DDR4, 500GB NVMe, RGB Fans, WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home)
iBUYPOWER SlateMR 246i (Intel Core i5-11400F 2.6GHz, AMD Radeon RX 6500XT 4GB, 8GB DDR4, 500GB NVMe, RGB Fans, WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home)
Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6500XT 4GB Dedicated Gaming Video Card | 1x HDMI | 3x Display Port
Connectivity: 4 x USB 3.0 | 2 x USB 2.0 | 1x RJ-45 Network Ethernet 10/100/1000 | HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Special Add-Ons: 802.11AC Wi-Fi Included | Free iBuyPower Gaming Keyboard and RGB Gaming Mouse | No Bloatware | Warranty: 1 Year Parts and Labor plus Free Lifetime US Tech Support | Assembled in the U.S.A
ASIN: B09XJQQKYJ
MSI Codex R2 (CodR2A14NVL5454) summary
MSI Codex R2 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 video card that is good for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
msi Codex R2 Gaming Desktop: Intel Core i5-14400F, Geforce RTX 5060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 NVMe SSD, 80+ Gold PSU, WiFi 6E, ARGB Fan Air Cooling, Windows 11 Home: A14NVL5-454US
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.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Cool While Gaming: In conjunction with an RGB CPU Air Cooler, the Aegis RS 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: B0F86GXF41