MSI Codex R2 AI Gaming Desktop Intel Core Ultra 7 265
Is this PC a good deal?
MSI Codex R2 AI Gaming Desktop Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a prebuilt gaming PC from newegg with RTX 5060 TI graphics, Core Ultra 7 265 processor, 24GB memory, 1TB SSD storage. At $2,449.99, it is listed as in stock. PC Per Dollar estimates similar DIY parts at $1,220, so building it yourself is about $1,230 cheaper. Its PC/$ score is 0.0, with a 73/100 good performance rating. Use it as a fast shortlist signal rather than a guarantee: a good score means the hardware package is priced well against current component estimates, while a weak score means the convenience premium is doing more of the work. The retailer page should still be verified before purchase because final price, stock status, shipping, taxes, retailer-specific bundles, and included parts can change after PC Per Dollar last checked the listing.
What you're getting
The MSI Codex R2 AI Gaming Desktop Intel Core Ultra 7 265 pairs a RTX 5060 TI with a Core Ultra 7 265, scoring 0.0 PP$.
Building it yourself would save about $1,230. If you're comfortable assembling, DIY wins on this config.
Quick verdict
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