MSI Aegis ZS2 32GB
Score: 86/100
HP OMEN 45L
Score: 84/100Rankings
The MSI Aegis ZS2 is a high-end gaming desktop featuring a Ryzen 9 7900X, RTX 5070 GPU, 32 GB DDR5-6000 RAM and 360 mm liquid cooling, delivering top-tier performance for 1440p-4K gaming and content creation. Its main trade-offs are a heavy chassis and occasional lower-wattage PSU options that could restrict future upgrades. Best suited for power users and competitive gamers who prioritize performance, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and extensive upgrade potential.
The HP OMEN 45L is a high-end desktop with a Core Ultra 265K, RTX 5080, and advanced CRYO CHAMBER cooling for 4K gaming. Its large size, weight, and premium price are trade-offs. Targeted at enthusiast gamers and creators demanding top performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 | 24best | |
32 GBbest | 32 GBbest | |
4.4 GHzbest | — | |
5.6 GHzbest | — | |
2,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | |
750 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
6,000 MHzbest | 5,600 MHz | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.199 kgbest | 22.6 kg |
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Performance(4) | ||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X | Core Ultra 265K |
CPU Cores | 12 | 24 |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | RTX 5080 |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 6000 MHz | 5600 MHz |
Storage(2) | ||
Total Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 2048 GB |
SSD Type | NVMe | PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 |
Power(1) | ||
Power Supply Wattage (W) | 750 W | 1200 W |
Features(1) | ||
Cooling System | Liquid Cooling | OMEN CRYO CHAMBER |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 12.199 kg | 22.60 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 48.3×23.1×49.3 cm cm | 55.53×46.99×20.41 cm cm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 6 |
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Professional commentary emphasizes the Aegis ZS2's upgrade-friendly architecture, highlighting its B650 motherboard with PCIe Gen5, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and robust 360 mm liquid cooling as differentiators that position it well for high-performance gaming and content creation.
While direct user reviews are absent, the inclusion of a gaming keyboard and mouse in bundles suggests a positive out-of-the-box experience, and the hardware specifications align with expectations of power users seeking future-proof performance.
Professional reviewers praise the OMEN 45L for its industry-leading cooling via the CRYO CHAMBER, toolless upgradability, and ability to sustain 4K gaming performance with top-tier Intel and NVIDIA components. They also note the premium price, large power supply, and sizable chassis as trade-offs, especially compared with older models that drew high power consumption.
Everyday users consistently highlight the system's excellent thermal performance, quiet operation, and flexible storage options, while repeatedly mentioning the need to enable XMP for full RAM speed and the difficulty of moving the heavy, large chassis. Overall sentiment is positive for performance but tempered by setup complexity and bulk.
“Excellent cooling keeps system 'chill' during long sessions”
“4K gaming prowess at high FPS”
