Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
MSI Codex R CodR13NUC068 2023, Core i5-13400F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4060, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
MSI Codex R CodR13NUC068 2023, Core i5-13400F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4060, Black
The MSI Codex R gaming desktop receives high marks for its quiet operation, solid performance in gaming and creative work, and good value for the price. Users appreciate the lack of bloatware and easy setup, though some encountered initial software issues requiring a Windows reinstall. The included peripherals are functional but unremarkable, and the case lacks 3.5" drive bays. Overall, it is a strong recommendation for beginners and those seeking a capable pre-built PC.
Pros
- Quiet operation
- Solid gaming and creative performance
- Good value for the price
- Minimal bloatware
- Easy setup
Cons
- No 3.5" drive bays
- Network driver not included in Windows
- MSI Center software can cause issues
- Included keyboard and mouse are mediocre
- No heatsink on NVMe SSD
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | MSI Codex R CodR13NUC068 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 Ultra★ | Intel Core i5 13400F |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 28★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 20 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 96 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mid-tower |
| PSU | — | 650W★ |
| Weight | 3.64 kg | 12.00 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | 0 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | — |
| DisplayPort | 0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | — |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
MSI Codex R CodR13NUC068 2023, Core i5-13400F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4060, Black
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong ram (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (76th percentile)
- Below average port selection (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
No current pricing available
MSI Codex R CodR13NUC068 2023, Core i5-13400F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4060, Black
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 26 specs.
