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MSI Aegis ZS2 C9NVV Gaming PC
20pc/$
$2,999.99In stock
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GPU
RTX 5080
CPU
Ryzen 7 9700X
Memory
32GB DDR5
Storage
2TB SSD
What you're getting
The MSI Aegis ZS2 C9NVV Gaming PC pairs a RTX 5080 with a Ryzen 7 9700X, scoring 19.7 PP$.
Building it yourself would save about $615. If you're comfortable assembling, DIY wins on this config.
Quick verdict
Sticker price
$3,000
Build it for
$2,385
$615 cheaper to build
Performance
89/100
Excellent
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