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MSI Codex Z2 CodZ2A8NVL446 2025, Ryzen 7 8700F, 32GB, 1TB SSD + 1TB HDD, RTX 5060, Black

76.8 Content Creation Score
AMD Ryzen™ 7 8700F32GB RAM2TBNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060mid-tower
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The Ryzen 7 8700F and GeForce RTX 5060 with 8GB VRAM drive smooth 1440p gaming, paired with 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Its four-fan cooling (three front, one rear) and ARGB air cooler maintain temperatures under load, complemented by a minimalist case with customizable RGB lighting. This desktop suits gamers and home-office users who need VR-ready performance and heavy multitasking without a bulky tower.

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MSI MPG Trident 3 Tr312TC002 2022, Core i5-12400F, 16GB, 512GB SSD, RTX 3060 (ITX), Black

44.1 Content Creation Score
Intel Core i5-12400F16GB RAM512GBNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (ITX)sff
Why we recommend this ▼

The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 12GB VRAM deliver solid 1080p gaming and VR readiness in a compact 3.17kg chassis, backed by 16GB DDR4 and a 512GB NVMe SSD. Its small form factor and Wi-Fi 6E, USB-C, and HDMI 2.1 connectivity make it a space-saving desktop that fits under a desk or beside a TV. Best for gamers who want a pre-built, low-footprint PC for mainstream titles and light productivity without upgrading components.

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Price CA$2,499
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