What you need to know
- MSI announced several new gaming desktops today.
- The desktops include powerful systems like the Aegis RS and console competitors like the MPG Trident 3.
- MSI's new desktops will become available throughout June and July this year.
MSI announced a wide range of new gaming desktops today. The new PC selection includes a console competitor in the MPG Trident 3 which features a compact body as well as the Aegis RS which comes with up to NVIDIA RTX 2080 SUPER (one of our picks for best graphics cards) and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9 processor. The Codex R, Aegis R, Aegis RS, Aegis SE, MEG Trident X and MPG Trident 3 become available throughout June and July.
Codex R
The Codex R brings some flair to your setup with its tempered glass that shows off your PC's internals and RGB lighting. It comes with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7-10700F processor. With its RTX 2060, it's one of the more affordable ways to get ray tracing on an MSI desktop, though you can also opt for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER if you prefer. The Codex R starts at $899 and will be available starting in July.
| Category | MSI Codex R |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700F Intel Core i5-10400F |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
| Memory | Up to 16GB U-DIMM DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2x2 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) |
| Front ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A Mic in / Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2x USB 2.0 HDMI-out 3x DP out 1 x PS/2 Combo Port |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Dimensions | 17.05" x 8.27" x 19.65" (43.31cm x 21.01cm x 49.91cm) |
This PC brings ray tracing at a more affordable price point. It runs on up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor.
Aegis R and Aegis RS
The Aegis R and Aegis RS bring more processing and graphical power. The Aegis R comes with up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER graphics. The more powerful Aegis RS comes with up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9-10900K processor and up to NVIDIA RTX 2080 SUPER graphics. Both PCs feature MSI's Dragon CPU liquid cooler and magnetic dust filters to help prevent overheating. The PCs' cases feature tempered glass which can show off RGB lighting. The Aegis R and Aegis RS will be available in July starting at $1,499 and $1,549, respectively.
MSI Aegis R
| Category | MSI Aegis R |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700F |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2x2 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) |
| Front ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A 1x 3.2 Gen1 Type C Mic in /Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A HDMI-out 3x DP out>br>1 x PS/2 Combo Port |
| Storage | Up to 1TB SSD |
| Dimensions | 16.93" x 8.46" x 17.72" (43cm x 21.49cm x 45.01cm) |
MSI Aegis RS
| Category | MSI Aegis RS |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-10900KF Intel Core i7-10700F |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2x2 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) |
| Front ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A 1x 3.2 Gen1 Type C Mic in /Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A HDMI-out 3x DP out 1x PS/2 Combo Port |
| Storage | Up to 1TB SSD |
| Dimensions | 16.93" x 8.46" x 17.72" (43cm x 21.49cm x 45.01cm) |
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With up to an NVIDIA RTX 2070 SUPER and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, this PC can handle some high-end gaming.
This PC packs in up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9-10900K processor for some seriously powerful gaming.
Aegis SE
The Aegis SE is comparatively modest when it comes to power but can still deliver solid gaming performance. It comes with up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10400F processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER graphics. It supports Gaming Mode, which optimizes the PC for gaming. It also supports customizable lighting to add some color to your setup. The Aegis SE starts at $799 and will be available in July.
| Category | MSI Aegis SE |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-10400F |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
| Memory | 8GB U-DIMM DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9462 1x1 802.11ac (433 Mbps) |
| Front ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A Mic in / Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2 x USB 2.0 HDMI-out 3x DP out 1 x PS/2 Combo Port |
| Storage | 1 TB SATA HDD + 240 GB SSD |
| Dimensions | 17.24" x 7.2" x 19.1" (43.79cm x 18.29cm x 48.51cm) |
This more affordable gaming PC comes with up to an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor.
MEG Trident X
The MEG Trident X is the flagship model of the new lineup. MSI states that the MEG series "seeks to transcend current gaming products." Despite having a 10L case, MSI points out that the MEG Trident X packs internals typical of full tower cases. The MEG Trident X comes with up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9-10900K processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti graphics. The PC supports Thunderbolt 3, allowing transfer speeds of 40GB/s. Its design features glass in a few places to show off its MSI Mystic Light setup. The MEG Trident X will be available in June starting at $2,299.
| Category | MSI MEG Trident X |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-10900K |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
| Memory | Up to 64GB U-DIMM DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2x2 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) |
| Front ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A 1x USB 2.0 Type A Mic in / Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 2x USB 2.0 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A 3x DP out (1.2) HDMI out (1.4) 1x Thunderbolt 3 USB Type C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DP) with PD charging 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A 1x RJ45 5x Audio jacks 1x Optical S/PDIF out |
| Storage | 1 TB SSD + 1 TB SATA HDD |
| Dimensions | 5.1" x 15.06" x 15.6" (12.95cm x 38.25cm x 39.62cm) |
This flagship gaming PC from MSI packs power into a 10L case. It runs on up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9-10900K processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti graphics
MPG Trident 3
Lastly, the MPG Trident 3 brings PC gaming in a form factor reminiscent of gaming consoles. Its case is only 4.72L, so it should be able to fit in the living room or on a desk. It runs on up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER graphics. It starts at $879 and will be available from June.
| Category | MSI MPG Trident 3 |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700F Intel Core i5-10400F |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
| Memory | Up to 16GB SO-DIMM DDR4 |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2x2 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) |
| Front ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A Mic in / Headphone out |
| Rear ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A 4x USB2.0 HDMI out (1.4) 3x OFC Audio jacks 1x RJ45 1x DC in |
| Storage | 512GB SSD + 1TB SATA HDD |
| Dimensions (with stand) | 13.93"x 3.84"x 9.90" (35.38cm x 9.75cm x 25.15cm) |
This gaming PC comes in a body the size of many gaming consoles. It's a powerful way to play in your living room or at your desk.
