Score an RTX 4060 PC for gaming at approximately $800 in this Memorial Day deal offer.
Affordable Gaming Performance: MSI Codex R2 with RTX 4060 GPU
In the realm of gaming PCs, the recent launch of Nvidia's RTX 5060 GPU has drawn mixed reactions. Nevertheless, the comparatively small advance over its predecessor, the RTX 4060, has resulted in a compelling offering from MSI with their Codex R2 PC. This system, currently available for $799 at Newegg (a $200 discount from the original price), provides an enticing entry-point for gamers seeking strong performance.
While the launch of the RTX 5060 GPU has been met with some controversy, the minor generational improvement between RTX 50 and RTX 40 series GPUs becomes less significant when considering the overall feature set. The RTX 4060 equipped in the Codex R2 still boasts Nvidia's powerful technological offerings, lacking only the Multi Frame Gen technology found in the RTX 5060. In terms of raw rendering power, the difference between the two GPUs is negligible, making the RTX 4060 a viable choice at an affordable price.
The MSI Codex R2 also comes equipped with an Intel Core i5 13400F processor—a six-core, six-thread CPU designed for efficiency and solid gaming performance. Accompanying this is 16 GB of DDR5 RAM, stored on a Gen 4 NVMe SSD for swift load times. The system offers a robust network connection, featuring gigabit ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth. For those seeking an out-of-the-box experience, MSI even includes a keyboard and mouse with the purchase.
Casing the system in a full ATX tower, the Codex R2 sports a smattering of RGB lighting, a few fans, and a side panel window for admiring one's gaming components. The 650W 80+ Gold PSU offers sufficient power, making this machine a suitable choice for entry-level gaming rigs.
Compared to other retailers, Newegg offers the best pricing for the MSI Codex R2 at $799. Alternatively, Amazon offers a similar model for $949, while Best Buy offers models with varying specifications, with prices ranging from $849.99 to $999.99.
Jeremy LairdContributing Writer
Jeremy Laird, a contributing writer, has been following the evolution of technology in the PC gaming world since the Netburst era. Fascinated by the intricacies of monitor input lag, advanced lithography, and the occasional machine that goes "ping," he also has a strong appreciation for tennis and automobiles.
- The MSI Codex R2's inclusion of the RTX 4060 GPU, despite the RTX 5060's launch, offers an attractive gaming experience for fans seeking strong performance at an affordable price.
- Incorporating gadgets like a gaming keyboard and mouse, the MSI Codex R2 with its powerful technology offers an out-of-the-box gaming setup inviting to both new and existing fans.
- As the gaming season approaches, fans seeking high-performance gaming machines can consider the MSI Codex R2, which, along with its RTX 4060 GPU, boasts of advanced technology like an Intel Core i5 13400F processor and Wi-Fi 6E, without breaking the bank at $799.
