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MSI Aegis RS 12TF-254US RTX 3080 Ti Gaming PC + Dock

5120 x 2880i7-12700K64GB DDR5850WBluetooth 5.2

Unleash Peak Performance with the MSI Aegis RS Gaming Desktop Experience unparalleled gaming and entertainment capabilities with the MSI Aegis RS 12TF-254US. This powerhouse desktop is engineered with top-tier components and expertly upgraded configurations to deliver seamless performance and imm...

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Overview

Unleash Peak Performance with the MSI Aegis RS Gaming Desktop

Experience unparalleled gaming and entertainment capabilities with the MSI Aegis RS 12TF-254US. This powerhouse desktop is engineered with top-tier components and expertly upgraded configurations to deliver seamless performance and immersive experiences. Featuring a robust Intel Core i7 processor, massive memory, and high-speed storage, the Aegis RS is designed to handle the most demanding games and applications with ease.

Specifications:

  • Processor: Intel Core i7-12700K 3.60GHz (up to 5 GHz, 25MB Cache, 12-Cores, 20-Threads)
  • Storage: 2x8TB PCIe SSD RAID 1 (8TB available storage)
  • Memory: 64GB DDR5 4800MHz
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6 Dedicated
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro-64
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Camera: No Webcam
  • Input/Output: Black RGB Backlit USB Keyboard
  • Ports/Slots: 4 USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, 3 Display Port (DP), 2 USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
  • Optical Drive: No Optical Drive
  • Cooling: RGB Lighting Liquid Cooling
  • Power Supply: 850W
  • Color: Black
  • Form/Style: Desktop
  • Dimensions: 8.50 IN x 17.38 IN x 18.75 IN
  • Weight: 30.96lb
  • Additional Accessories: Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C) with HDMI, DP, RJ-45, USB 3.0 Type-A/Type-C, Audio Combo

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Display ; Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, RGB Backlit USB Keyboard, .

【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i7-12700K 】 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700K 3.60GHz Processor (upto 5 GHz, 25MB Cache, 12-Cores, 20-Threads, 8 Performance-cores) ; GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics, VR Ready .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 64GB DDR5 DIMM; 850W Power Supply, RGB Lighting Liquid Cooling; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 2x8TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 1 (8TB available storage); 4 USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, 3 Display Port (DP), 2 USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, No Optical Drive, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 10 Pro-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

Includes Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C)(Supports upto 3 Displays;Max Resolution 5120 x 2880;Combo Audio, Speaker Out Port;USB 3.0 Type-A, USB-C (1 Power share);HDMI, Display Port, RJ-45)

Specifications

Processor
Intel Core i7-12700K 12th Gen
Processor Speed
3.60GHz (upto 5 GHz)
Cache
25MB
Cores
12-Cores, 20-Threads (8 Performance-cores)
Graphics Card
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6 Dedicated
VR Ready
Yes
RAM
64GB DDR5 DIMM
Power Supply
850W
Cooling
RGB Lighting Liquid Cooling
Color
Black
Storage
2x8TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 1 (8TB available)
USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
4
USB 2.0 Ports
4
HDMI Ports
1
Display Ports (DP)
3
USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2 Ports
2
Optical Drive
No Optical Drive
Audio Jack
1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro-64
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Bluetooth
5.2
LAN
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Webcam
No Webcam
Keyboard
RGB Backlit USB Keyboard
Included Accessory
Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C)
Dock Max Resolution
5120 x 2880
Dock Display Support
Upto 3 Displays

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Equipped with a powerful Intel Core i7-12700K 12th Gen processor, ideal for high-performance gaming and demanding applications.
  • Features an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics card, ensuring top-tier gaming performance and VR readiness.
  • Boasts an enormous 64GB DDR5 DIMM RAM, providing exceptional speed and capacity for multitasking and future-proof gaming.
  • Offers significant storage with 2x8TB PCIe NVMe SSDs in RAID 1 configuration, totaling 8TB of available, lightning-fast, and redundant storage.
  • Includes a Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C) supporting up to 3 displays and various connectivity, enhancing versatility for multi-monitor setups.

👎 Cons

  • The pre-installed Windows 10 Pro-64 may require an upgrade to Windows 11 for optimal compatibility with the latest hardware and gaming features.
  • While the included dock is versatile, relying on a USB-C connection for multiple high-resolution displays might introduce latency or bandwidth limitations compared to direct GPU ports.
  • The 850W power supply, while adequate for the current configuration, might limit future upgrades to even more power-hungry GPUs without replacement.
  • Liquid cooling, while effective, can introduce more complexity and potential points of failure compared to traditional air cooling.
  • The "Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only" note indicates a modification from factory, which some users prefer to avoid for out-of-box purity.

Frequently Asked Questions

The MSI Aegis RS 12TF-254US Gaming PC is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700K processor, featuring 12 cores and 20 threads for high-performance computing.
This gaming PC comes with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics card, ensuring excellent performance for demanding games and VR applications.
It is equipped with a generous 64GB DDR5 DIMM RAM, providing ample memory for intense gaming and multitasking.
The PC offers 8TB of available storage from 2x8TB PCIe NVMe SSDs configured in a RAID 1 setup, providing both speed and data redundancy.
Yes, it features Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.2, offering high-speed wireless connectivity options.
The Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C) expands connectivity, supporting up to 3 external displays with a maximum resolution of 5120 x 2880, along with additional USB ports and audio outputs.
The system comes with Windows 10 Pro-64 pre-installed, not Windows 11.