MSI Codex R2 B14NVN7-440US vs CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM
MSI Codex R2 B14NVN7-440US 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060 Ti, Black
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
What Buyers Say
MSI Codex R2 B14NVN7-440US 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060 Ti, Black
The MSI Codex R2 desktop receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its performance for gaming and value, especially given the current GPU market, while others report serious issues like crashes, BSODs, and poor customer support. Some users also note that the included keyboard and mouse are low quality, and there are concerns about component quality, particularly the RAM and SSD.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Strong gaming performance
- Quiet operation
- Good cable management
- Easy to upgrade
Cons
- Crashes and BSODs
- Poor customer support
- Low-quality included keyboard/mouse
- Cheap RAM and SSD
- Air cooling instead of AIO
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
This CLX SET gaming desktop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Reviewers praise its exceptional performance, noting no lag on high-end games and smooth operation on Ultra settings. The fast loading times, crisp graphics, and included accessories like a customizable lighting remote and illuminated keyboard and mouse are also highlighted. A minor issue with BIOS adjustment for Black Ops 7 is mentioned, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Exceptional gaming performance
- No lag on high-end games
- Fast loading times
- Crisp and clear graphics
- Customizable lighting with remote
Cons
- BIOS adjustment needed for Black Ops 7
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Codex R2 B14NVN7-440US | CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i7 14700F | Intel Core i9 14900KF★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 16 GB★ | 12 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Storage 2 | — | 6 TB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | — | HDD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mid-tower |
| PSU | 650W | 850W★ |
| Weight | 9.66 kg | 12.70 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7 | 9★ |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
MSI Codex R2 B14NVN7-440US 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060 Ti, Black
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong storage (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong port selection (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (15th percentile)15th %ile
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
- Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 3 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 27 specs.