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Black mid-tower gaming desktop with ARGB cooling fan and included keyboard and mouse

MSI

MSI CODEX R2 A12TA-237US gaming PC i5-12400F RTX 3050 16GB DDR5 500GB SSD

SKU CH-Q17G-2M17K MPN CODEX R2 A12TA-237US

Gaming desktop with a 6-core Intel i5-12400F, RTX 3050 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and a 500 GB M.2 SSD

  • TypeGaming & Entertainment
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5-12400F
  • Processor Main Features64 bit 6-Core Processor
  • Cache Per Processor18 MB L3 Cache
  • 6-core i5-12400F handles multitasking smoothly
  • RTX 3050 graphics deliver playable frame rates
  • 16 GB DDR5 5200 memory speeds up load times
  • 500 GB M.2 SSD boots Windows fast
  • 750 W 80+ Gold PSU provides stable power
  • Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 Gbps LAN ensure responsive online play

Ready-to-game desktop with i5-12400F and RTX 3050

This MSI CODEX R2 system pairs a 6-core Intel Core i5-12400F with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card. It ships with 16 GB of DDR5 5200 memory in a dual-channel 2 x 8 GB configuration and a 500 GB M.2 SSD. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed and the unit is marked as Virtual Reality Ready for compatible headsets.

Included MSI keyboard

The bundle adds an MSI Gaming Keyboard and MSI Gaming Mouse so the system is usable straight from the box. A 750W 80+ Gold power supply provides efficient headroom for the installed components. ARGB fan air cooling handles thermal management for the processor and graphics card.

H610 chipset with 2.5Gbps LAN and Wi-Fi 6E

The Intel H610 motherboard offers a single front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port and one USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port for fast external storage. Wired networking runs at 2.5Gbps while wireless uses Wi-Fi 6E. Builders who need more storage bays or additional PCIe lanes for a second add-in card will find the platform limited by the entry-level chipset.

Highlights

  • 6-core i5-12400F handles multitasking smoothly
  • RTX 3050 graphics deliver playable frame rates
  • 16 GB DDR5 5200 memory speeds up load times
  • 500 GB M.2 SSD boots Windows fast
  • 750 W 80+ Gold PSU provides stable power
  • Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 Gbps LAN ensure responsive online play

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelCODEX R2 A12TA-237US
TypeGaming & Entertainment
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack
ProcessorIntel Core i5-12400F
Processor Main Features64 bit 6-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor18 MB L3 Cache
Memory16 GB DDR5 5200 (2 x 8 GB)
Storage500 GB M.2 SSD
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Power Supply750W 80+ Gold
Cooling SystemARGB Fan Air Cooling
KeyboardMSI Gaming Keyboard
MouseMSI Gaming Mouse
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
ChipsetIntel H610
Motherboard NameH610M-G
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 12th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i5-12400F
L2 Cache Per CPU7.5 MB
L3 Cache Per CPU18 MB
CPU Main Features64 bit 6-Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeGeForce RTX 3050
Virtual Reality ReadyYes
Memory Capacity16GB DDR5
Memory SpeedDDR5 5200
Memory Spec8 GB x 2
SSD500GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec500GB M.2
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN Speed2.5Gbps
WLAN802.11ax Wireless LAN
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 6E
Front USB1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type C
Front Audio Ports2
Video Ports1 x HDMI 2.1 / 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
Rear USB2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5Gbps )
4 x USB 2.0
RJ451 port
PCIe Slots4 x PCIe x16 slots
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
Mouse TypeMSI Gaming Mouse
Keyboard TypeMSI Gaming Keyboard
Dimensions (H x W x D)16" x 8.38" x 19"
Weight21.3 lbs.
Shipping weight9.75 kg
Package size584 × 546 × 305 mm

Questions about this item

When will the 500 GB M.2 SSD need replacing?

The 500 GB M.2 SSD is the primary storage; capacity limits will appear before the drive wears out, so plan an upgrade when free space runs low.

What thermal limit appears first during long gaming sessions?

The ARGB fan air cooling handles the Core i5-12400F and RTX 3050, but sustained loads will hit the case airflow ceiling before the CPU or GPU throttle.

How loud and hot does the 750W 80+ Gold PSU get under all-day load?

The 750W 80+ Gold unit runs efficiently, so waste heat and fan noise stay modest even when the system draws continuous power for hours.

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