iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-291) vs MSI Codex R2 (CodR2C14NVL7822)
Comparison summary
- For performance iBUYPOWER Pro has a faster processor.
- For displaying graphics Pro has a better graphics card.
- MSI Codex R2 is slimmer and smaller in size.
- Pro is cheaper.
iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-291)
MSI Codex R2 (CodR2C14NVL7822)
Compare specifications
| iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-291) | MSI Codex R2 (CodR2C14NVL7822) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-12700F | Intel Core i7 Series |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| - | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| 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 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 30, 2022 | August 15, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,699.00 | $1,799.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,699.00 | $1,799.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 15 min agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 16 min agoIn stock |
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iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-291) summary
iBUYPOWER Pro is attractively priced Windows gaming computer. It has the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti video card which is brilliant for playing games. The computer has a fine Intel CPU for its price.
iBUYPOWER Pro Gaming PC Computer Desktop SlateMR 291i (Intel i7-12700F 2.1 GHz, GeForce RTX 3060 TI 8GB, 16 GB RGB DDR4 RAM, 1 TB NVME SSD, WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home)
System Spec: Intel i7-12700F 2.1 GHz | GeForce RTX 3060 TI 8GB | 16 GB RGB DDR4 RAM | 1 TB 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
Warranty: 1 Year Parts & Labor + Free Lifetime US Tech Support | Assembled in the U.S.A
ASIN: B092CJD5FH
MSI Codex R2 (CodR2C14NVL7822) summary
MSI Codex R2 is an adequately priced Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card which is impressive for gaming. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
Codex R2 Gaming Desktop PC | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | Intel Core i7-14700F | 16GB DDR5 RAM | 1TB NVMe SSD | Air Cooling | Wi-Fi 6E | Windows 11 Home | VR Ready | C14NVL7-822US
Start Your PC Gaming Story With RTX 5060 Performance: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers smooth 1080p and 1440p gaming with ray tracing and DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation — serious hardware for a first PC that refuses to feel like one.
A Platform Built to Perform and Scale: The Intel Core i7-14700F and 32GB DDR5 RAM keep the RTX 5070 running at peak performance — smooth, stutter-free gameplay whether you’re gaming, streaming, or multitasking at full load.
The Prebuilt That Grows With You: Built on standard, off-the-shelf components, upgrading your storage, RAM or GPU down the line is always a straightforward next step — no tech expertise required.
Four-Fan Cooling Built for Marathon Sessions: A dedicated RGB CPU Air Cooler and four-fan airflow system maintain consistent temperatures throughout every session, so your performance at hour one is identical to hour five.
WiFi 6E, MSI Center and Windows 11 Home Included: WiFi 6E delivers lower latency on the less congested 6GHz band, while MSI Center puts full control of RGB, fan curves and performance profiles in one beginner-friendly dashboard.
ASIN: B0HF1GN41Q