MSI

MSI Aegis ZS2

A entry-level gaming pc for everyday users and creators, leading with RTX 5070.

44/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
RTX 5070Ryzen 9 9900X64 GB360mm Liquid Cooler80+ GoldWi-Fi 7
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Why we rate it

  • OS pre-installed
  • Keyboard included
  • Mouse included
  • Above-average ram
  • Below-average front usb-c
Score profile

Where the MSI Aegis ZS2 wins and loses

Scored against the gaming pcs class
ComputeMemoryPowerPortsBundle4858635178
Compute
48
Memory and storage
58
Power
63
Ports
51
Bundle and OS
78
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Compute

CPURyzen 9 9900X
CPU cores12
GPURTX 5070

Memory and storage

RAM64 GB
Primary storage typeSSD

Cooling

CPU cooling360

Power

PSU wattage750 W
PSU efficiency80

Ports

Front USB-C1
Front USB-A5
Ethernet1
HDMI1
DisplayPort3

Wireless

Wi-FiWi-Fi 7

Design

Case brandMSI
Weight5.96 kg

Bundle and OS

Operating systemWindows 11 Home
OS pre-installedYes
Keyboard includedYes
Mouse includedYes
Head to head

MSI Aegis ZS2 vs MSI Aegis R2 AI 2nd Gaming Desktop

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ComputeMemoryPowerPortsBundle
MSI Aegis ZS2Aegis R2 AI 2nd Gaming Desktop
 MSIMSI Aegis ZS2This pageMSIAegis R2 AI 2nd Gaming Desktop
Overall score44 /10044 /100
GPURTX 5070RTX 5070 Ti
CPURyzen 9 9900Xcore Ultra 7
RAM64 GBBetter32 GB
GPU VRAM16 GB
Who it's for

Is the MSI Aegis ZS2 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable gaming pc for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier gaming pc is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the MSI Aegis ZS2 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 44/100 against other gaming pcs, a entry-level result where the class average is around 43.

What stands out on the MSI Aegis ZS2?

Its os pre-installed stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the STORMCRAFT Skyhawk Pro Gaming PC?

The STORMCRAFT Skyhawk Pro Gaming PC scores 45/100 versus this one at 44/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.