MSI Codex R2 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 32GB, 2TB SSD + 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
MSI
75 Overall Score
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ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
ASUS
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 32GB, 2TB SSD + 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
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ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
78 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The ASUS NUC ROG mini PC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its compact size, powerful performance, and quiet operation, with many users praising its ability to run demanding games at high settings. However, a few verified reviews highlight serious reliability concerns, including multiple unit failures when connected to docking stations, and one user felt the newer model was a downgrade from its predecessor. Overall, the product is seen as a capable but expensive gaming rig, with mixed opinions on build quality and value.
Pros
- Compact and portable size
- Powerful gaming performance
- Quiet operation even under load
- Easy setup out of the box
- Good I/O with front USB ports
Cons
- Expensive for the specifications
- Reliability issues with docking stations
- Some units fail within a month
- Newer model feels like a downgrade
- Case feels a bit cheap
Performance 7
Size and portability 6
Noise level 5
Value for money 5
Reliability 2
Build quality 2
Scores
Compact
Home Office
Developer
Gaming
Business
Creator
Workstation
Ai Llm
Specifications
| MSI Codex R2 | ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | 2.4 GHz intel_core_ultra_7 | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Storage 2 | 1 TB★ | — |
| Storage 2 Type | SSD★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mini |
| PSU | 650W★ | 330W |
| Weight | 13.15 kg | 3.12 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 11★ | 6 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI-out | 2x HDMI 2.1 Output |
| DisplayPort | 3x Display Ports (1.4a) | 2x DisplayPort 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 32GB, 2TB SSD + 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
- Strong storage (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong port selection (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong gpu (78th percentile)
ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong port selection (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ram (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 28 specs.
