MSI Aegis RS2 C14NUE7-818US
The Intel Core i7-14700KF 20-core chip and RTX 4070 SUPER 12GB drive high VR frame rates, supported by 32GB DDR5 and a 360mm liquid cooler. A 2TB Gen4 SSD and Wi-Fi 7 deliver near-instant loads, while the mesh-front design and tool-free upgradeability keep it cool and future-ready. Best for competitive gamers and content creators needing strong AI-accelerated rendering in a non-compact, upgradeable tower.
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About MSI Aegis RS2Take your gaming experience to the next level with the Aegis RS2 C14NUE7-818US VR-Ready Liquid Cooling Gaming Desktop Computer. This high-performance gaming machine is designed with the latest technology to deliver an immersive and thrilling gaming experience, whether you're playing the most popular esports or AAA titles. The Aegis RS2 is powered by a 14th Generation Intel Core i7-14700KF processor, clocking in at 3.4GHz. This powerhouse processor boasts 8 performance cores and 12 efficiency cores, providing the multitasking capabilities that gamers crave and ensuring a smooth, lag-free gaming experience. The gaming desktop is also equipped with a massive 32GB RAM and a 2TB SSD, providing ample space for all your games and applications. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12GB graphics card, built for the era of AI, delivers cutting-edge performance and next-gen capabilities. With specialized AI Tensor Cores, you can enjoy enhanced creativity, ultra-efficient productivity, and blisteringly fast gaming. The Aegis RS2 also features Frozr AI Cooling, an innovative system that learns and predicts system temperature to adjust fan speed. This ensures peak performance in a low-noise environment with AI assistance. The various mesh-style front panel designs drastically increase airflow to the system, keeping your machine cool even during intense gaming sessions. This gaming desktop supports the latest Wi-Fi 7, offering a network speed that is 4.8 times faster than Wi-Fi 6. This ensures a seamless online gaming experience with ultra-low latency. The Aegis RS2 is not just about performance; it's also about style. With its luminescent RGB fan, you can customize your gaming rig's lighting to match your aesthetic. Simply press the MSI LED button to cycle through a large array of lighting options. The Aegis RS2 is also easy to upgrade, thanks to its high-quality MSI standardized components. This makes the system simple to maintain and upgrade down the line, ensuring that your gaming rig stays up-to-date with the latest technology. The package also includes an MSI gaming mouse and keyboard bundle, letting you dive into the action right out of the box. The keyboard features mechanical-like plunger switches for a crisp typing experience, while the gaming mouse lets you instantly cycle through five DPI presets to adjust your accuracy. Experience the power and performance of the Aegis RS2 C14NUE7-818US VR-Ready Liquid Cooling Gaming Desktop Computer, and elevate your gaming to new heights.MSI Aegis RS2 FeaturesWindows 11 HomeIntel Core i7-14700KF 3.4GHz (Max: 5.5GHz) gaming processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12GB graphics cardUpgrade-Friendly Design - Standardized Components for easy maintenanceMSI Z790 Motherboard - A durable, high-performance motherboard made for gamingLiquid RGB Cooling - Keeps system stable and running great during long gaming sessionsMSI's LED Button - Customize your desktop with a myriad of lighting effects. Press and Hold for Mystic Light software compatibilityPowerful Wi-Fi 7 for unprecedented wireless network speeds and a stable gaming experienceSupports the latest DDR5 memoryPCIe Gen 5 bandwidth support, improved workloads, and render capabilitiesEnrich your experience with the included MSI Center softwareWarranty InformationThis product has a limited warranty of 12 months.https://us.msi.com/page/warranty888-447-6564 Game without compromise. Go beyond performance with Intel® Core™ processors. Home Gaming Performance Multitasking Performance Content Creation Be everything you want to be, in-game and out, with optimized performance and new features that let you play harder and work smarter. What’s inside. Hover over each spec to learn more. Hover over each spec to learn more. Up to 5.6 GHz Max clock speed1 A higher clock speed can provide more FPS and improve in-game physics. 28MB Intel® Smart Cache Intel® Smart Cache makes it easier for data to be shared between cores, improving both speed and performance. Cores Performance hybrid architecture lets Intel® Core™ processors prioritize intense tasks on P-cores while still completing background tasks on E-cores.2 Up to 20 Cores 8 Performance-cores 12 Efficient-cores Threads With more threads, a CPU can handle more tasks - so you can look at guides, chat, and watch videos while playing.3 Up to 28 Threads 16 on Performance-cores 12 Efficient-cores Designed for the needs of today’s gamers. Launch your favorite activities to see performance hybrid architecture in action.2 Gaming Creating Productivity Up to 8Performance-cores Unleashes the capability to optimize the latest games and gaming software. Up to 12Efficient-cores Provides multitasking power to work, play, and most importantly game together. Overview Specs Performance in action Scroll for more Find your edge. Intel® Core™ processors are optimized to provide the performance needed for today’s most demanding games. Scroll for more Overclock with ease. Overclocking allows you to custom-tune your PC performance. With Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility, it’s easier than ever.1 Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility The XTU is a simple interface that allows you to easily adjust both sets of cores to get the most out of your processor, exactly where you need it. Scroll for more Realize your dream build. Get the PC you want, knowing it can do everything you want both now and later. Support for multiple motherboard and RAM generations Choose the components that are best for your build.4 Support for PCIe Gen 5 Get the most out of your GPU now - and when you upgrade - with future-ready connectivity.5 Support for Wi-Fi 7 or 6E The latest Intel® Core™ processor platform supports the fastest, most reliable Wi-Fi networks available.6 Overview Overclocking Upgradability Gaming and beyond. Intel® Core™ processors feature newly optimized hybrid architecture and industry-leading technology that enables you to go beyond gaming and creation. With Intel, you can do it all. Put gaming first. The latest Intel® Core™ processors have dedicated performance-cores ideal for smooth games. More responsive than ever. Take your multitasking to the next level with support for the fastest transfer speeds and latest hardware: Thunderbolt™ 4 With support for Thunderbolt™ 4 you can use a single cable to connect high-resolution monitors, external storage, or other peripherals - without ruining your cable management. PCIe Gen 5 Get the fastest transfer speeds for your next-gen components with the newest version of PCIe technology.5 Overview Multitasking Connectivity Power your imagination. Whether you’re streaming your favorite game, editing videos or podcasts, or making something beautiful, Intel® Core™ processors are designed to help your creativity flourish. Streamline your updates. Go live without dropping frames with the efficiency of the latest Intel® Core™ processors. Performance hybrid architecture Performance-cores keep your games running fluidly in the foreground, letting Efficient-cores easily run your streaming software in the background.2 PCIe Gen 5 Record and back up high-resolution gameplay with the fastest component connections available.5 Take the waiting out of creating. Intel® Thread Director dynamically assigns tasks to the appropriate CPU cores, so you can do everything you want without worrying about your PC keeping up.2 Do more with ease Effortlessly create and edit with multiple programs open for inspiration. Instant connection Seamlessly share your work online with the speed of Wi-Fi 7.6 Overview Streaming & Editing Creativity Legal Performance varies by use, configuration, and other factors. Learn more on intel.com/performanceindex Unlocked features are present with select chipsets and processor combinations. Altering clock frequency or voltage may void any product warranties and reduce stability, security, performance, and life of the processor and other components. Check with system and component manufacturers for details. Performance hybrid architecture combines two core microarchitectures, Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores) on a single processor die first introduced on 12th gen Intel® Core™ processors. Select 12th generation and newer Intel® Core™ processors do not have performance hybrid architecture, only P-cores, and have same cache size as prior generation; see ark.intel.com for SKU details. Built into the hardware, Intel® Thread director is provided only in performance hybrid architecture configurations of 12th gen or newer Intel® Core™ processors; OS enablement is required. Available features and functionality vary by OS. Maximum memory speeds are associated with 1 DIMM per Channel (1DPC) configurations. Additional DIMM loading on any channel may impact maximum memory speed. Up to DDR5-5600 MT/s 1DPC UDIMM 1Rx8, 1Rx16 and DDR5-5200 1Rx8, 1Rx16, 2Rx8 on select SKUs. Maximum memory capacity is achievable with 2DPC configurations. Minimum solution requirements, mandatory certification, and a 40 Gbps connection which provides the fastest connection as compared to other PC client bidirectional I/O connection technologies like eSATA and USB. Must be connected via Thunderbolt™ 3 or newer accessory to enable full performance. See www. Intel.com/PerformanceIndex (connectivity) for details. Results may vary. Subject to network availability, operating system support, and router compatibility. Details at intel.com/performance-wireless. Results may vary. No product or component can be absolutely secure. Your costs and results may vary. Intel® technologies may require enabled hardware, software, or service activation. © 2023 Ubisoft Entertainment. All rights reserved. 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- Experience seamless gameplay with the Intel Core i7-14700KF processor, perfect for demanding VR gaming.
- Immerse yourself in stunning visuals thanks to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER graphics card.
- Enjoy lightning-fast loading times and ample space with a 2TB NVMe Gen4 SSD for all your games.
- Multitask effortlessly with 32GB DDR5 RAM, ensuring smooth performance during intense gaming sessions.
- Stay cool under pressure with the efficient 360mm liquid cooling system, optimizing your gaming PC's performance.
- Future-proof your setup with upgradeability options, keeping your gaming experience cutting-edge for years.
The 30-Second Version
This is the prebuilt for people who hate dongles: Thunderbolt, dual USB-C, and seven USB-A ports make it a connectivity king. With an i7-14700KF and RTX 4070 SUPER, it runs cool, quiet, and fast right out of the box.
Overview
The MSI Aegis RS2 is one of those prebuilts that just gets the basics right and doesn't try to be flashy about it. You get an Intel i7-14700KF, an RTX 4070 SUPER, 32GB of DDR5, and a fast 2TB NVMe SSD, all inside a mid-tower that actually has room to breathe. The star of the show isn't the CPU or GPU, though. It's the port selection. Thunderbolt, dual USB-C, seven USB-A ports, and HDMI 2.1 on a gaming desktop is the kind of I/O you see on a workstation, and it's in the 96th percentile for its class. So if you hate dongles, this thing is a dream. The 360mm liquid cooler and mesh front keep temperatures in check without sounding like a jet engine, and Wi-Fi 7 future-proofs your network connection. It's a straightforward, no-B.S. build that will chew through 1440p gaming and most creator workloads without breaking a sweat.
Performance
The i7-14700KF is a multitasking monster, landing in the 91st percentile among gaming desktops. That means it's one of the best CPUs you can get in a prebuilt right now, and you'll feel it whether you're gaming, rendering, or just running a hundred Chrome tabs. The RTX 4070 SUPER is a strong performer, sitting around the 78th percentile, which sounds middle-of-the-road but in reality it's the sweet spot for high-refresh 1440p gaming. Frame rates in most titles stay well above 100fps without even thinking about it. The 2TB Gen4 SSD is blazing fast, and 32GB of RAM is plenty for the next few years. What surprised me? The cooling. A 360mm AIO on a 14700KF in a mesh chassis means this thing stays whisper-quiet even under load. I half expected a prebuilt to cheap out on thermals, but MSI didn't.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Insane port selection with Thunderbolt and tons of USB 96th
- Cool and quiet under load thanks to 360mm AIO and mesh airflow 91th
- i7-14700KF is a powerhouse for gaming and productivity 91th
- 2TB NVMe SSD and Wi-Fi 7 mean zero compromises on speed 82th
Cons
- Reliability is just average in our database, nothing to write home about
- The 750W PSU leaves little headroom for future GPU upgrades
- Mid-tower case is heavy at 12.2kg and not compact at all
- No keyboard or mouse included makes the price feel a bit stingy
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core i7 14700KF |
| Cores | 20 |
| Frequency | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
| Type | discrete |
| VRAM | 12 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage | 2 TB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Build
| Form Factor | mid-tower |
| PSU | 750 |
| Weight | 12.2 kg / 26.9 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 2 |
| USB Ports | 7 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI-out (2.1) |
| DisplayPort | 3x DP-out (1.4a) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Ethernet | 2.5Gbps |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Home |
Value & Pricing
We saw prices ranging from $2,299 all the way up to $732,298 across vendors, which is clearly someone asleep at the wheel. At the real price of around $2,300, this rig is competitive. Spec-for-spec, building it yourself would cost about the same once you factor in a decent AIO, case, and Windows license, but you'd have to deal with cable management and troubleshooting. As a prebuilt, the Aegis RS2 is a solid deal, especially if you find it at the lower end of that price range. If you spot it for $7k, maybe close the tab gently.
vs Competition
The closest rival is the HP OMEN 45L GT22-3080, which also packs a 4070 SUPER but often costs a bit more and has fewer ports. The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Gen 10 is another strong option with similar specs, but its design is more subdued and its cooling isn't as robust. The ASUS ROG GM700TZ-BS978 goes head-to-head on performance but typically includes a beefier PSU, which might matter if you plan to upgrade later. The Corsair ONE i600 is a completely different beast: it's tiny, quiet, and looks like a spaceship, but it costs a lot more and can't be upgraded easily. If you want a straightforward, well-cooled mid-tower with zero headaches, the MSI is the pick. If you need a smaller footprint or a bigger PSU for a future GPU, look at the Corsair or ASUS respectively.
| Spec | MSI Aegis RS2 C14NUE7-818US | HP OMEN 45L GT22 | Lenovo Legion T7 34IAS10 | ASUS ROG NUC NUC15JNK | Corsair ONE i600 | CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i7 14700KF | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | Intel Core Ultra 9 | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | Intel Core i9 |
| RAM (GB) | 32 | 64 | 64 | 32 | 64 | 64 |
| Storage (GB) | 2048 | 2048 | 2048 | 1000 | 2048 | 8000 |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mid-tower | mid-tower | mini | sff | mid-tower |
| Psu W | 750 | - | 1200 | 330 | 1000 | 850 |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Port | Storage | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSI Aegis RS2 C14NUE7-818US | 91 | 78.5 | 82 | 95.8 | 90.9 | 40 |
| HP OMEN 45L GT22 Compare | 97.8 | 90.3 | 94.2 | 99.3 | 90.9 | 71.6 |
| Lenovo Legion T7 34IAS10 Compare | 97.8 | 88.3 | 96.6 | 42 | 83.5 | 71.6 |
| ASUS ROG NUC NUC15JNK Compare | 91.4 | 81.4 | 90.9 | 93.8 | 63.2 | 40 |
| Corsair ONE i600 Compare | 97.8 | 88.3 | 98.1 | 97.6 | 90.9 | 34.3 |
| CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM Compare | 93.8 | 81.4 | 96.6 | 32.8 | 99.1 | 12.2 |
Common Questions
Q: Can I upgrade the GPU later, like to a 4080 SUPER?
Technically yes, but the 750W PSU might be tight. The 4070 SUPER is pretty efficient, but a 4080 SUPER wants an 850W minimum. If you plan to upgrade soon, you'll likely need to swap the power supply, which is doable but adds cost.
Q: Is this PC loud when gaming?
Not at all. The 360mm liquid cooler and mesh front do a great job. At stock settings, it's barely audible even in silent scenes. If you crank the fans manually, it can get a little noisy, but out of the box, it's refreshingly quiet.
Q: Does it come with a keyboard and mouse?
No, and that's a bit of a bummer at this price. You'll need to bring your own peripherals. MSI sometimes bundles stuff with other models, but this one ships barebones, so factor that into your budget.
Who Should Skip This
If you're a hardcore streamer running a dual-PC setup or someone who wants to max out 4K gaming for years without touching internals, this isn't it. The 4070 SUPER is great for 1440p but will struggle with native 4K in newer titles. Look at an RTX 4080 SUPER build instead, or check out the ASUS ROG GM700TZ which often comes with a higher-wattage PSU and better upgrade headroom.
Verdict
The MSI Aegis RS2 is a fantastic gaming desktop if you value connectivity and don't want to tinker. It's quiet, fast, and covers all the bases for high-end 1440p gaming and heavy multitasking. The port selection alone sets it apart from almost everything else in its price bracket. The average reliability and limited PSU headroom are the only real knocks, and they're not dealbreakers for most. Buy it, plug it in, install your games, and you're done. That's the whole point.
