{
  "id": 7767328,
  "title": "Save $270 on this solid 1080p gaming PC with an RTX 5060 from MSI, now under $1,430 — Codex R2 rig packs 32GB DDR5 RAM, a 2TB SSD, and a 10-core Intel CPU",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/save-270-on-this-solid-1080p-gaming-pc-with-an-rtx-5060-from-msi-now",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-16T10:43:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Hardware",
    "slug": "tom-s-hardware",
    "url": "https://www.tomshardware.com/desktops/gaming-pcs/save-usd270-on-this-solid-1080p-gaming-pc-with-an-rtx-5060-from-msi-now-under-usd1-430-codex-r2-rig-packs-32gb-ddr5-ram-a-2tb-ssd-and-a-10-core-intel-cpu"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The MSI Codex R2 gaming PC, with an RTX 5060 GPU and 10-core Intel CPU, is now available for $1,429, down from its original price of $1,699. This discount saves customers $270. The machine boasts 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 2TB SSD for storage, and is compatible with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The RTX 5060, featuring DLSS, ensures smooth gameplay even at higher resolutions or better graphics settings. With 8GB of GDDR7 VRAM, the graphics card delivers enough power for modern games, especially when utilized in 1440p mode. Intel's Core i5-14400F processor, though slightly older, still offers robust performance with 10 cores, including six performance cores and four efficiency cores. With a clock speed of up to 4.7 GHz, this CPU effectively handles gaming needs. Overall, the MSI Codex R2 provides excellent value for money, making it a top choice for those seeking a powerful and affordable 1080p gaming rig.",
  "summary": "Save $270 on this MSI gaming PC with a Intel Core i5-14400F, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB DDR5 and a 2TB SSD, all for $1,429.",
  "key_points": [
    "MSI Codex R2 gaming PC discounted to $1,429 from $1,699",
    "Features 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD, and 10-core Intel CPU",
    "RTX 5060 GPU with DLSS supports 1440p gaming"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Tom's Hardware",
        "title": "Pick up a giant 18-inch RTX 5080-powered Asus gaming laptop from Best Buy and save $600 — the ROG Strix G18 also comes with 32GB of memory and a 2TB SSD",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/pick-up-a-giant-18-inch-rtx-5080-powered-asus-gaming-laptop-from-best",
        "published": "2026-09-16T11:40:28.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}