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MSI AERS12TF253-3832 Gaming PC RTX 3080 Ti

i9-12900KF32GB DDR5850WBluetooth 5.2USB 3.2

Unleash Gaming Dominance with Cutting-Edge PowerThe MSI Aegis RS 12TF Gaming Desktop is engineered for ultimate gaming and entertainment experiences. Featuring a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, high-speed DDR5 memory, dual PCIe SSDs in RAID 0, and a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, this deskt...

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Overview

Unleash Gaming Dominance with Cutting-Edge Power

The MSI Aegis RS 12TF Gaming Desktop is engineered for ultimate gaming and entertainment experiences. Featuring a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, high-speed DDR5 memory, dual PCIe SSDs in RAID 0, and a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, this desktop delivers unrivaled performance.

  • Processor: Intel Core i9-12900KF 3.20GHz Processor (upto 5.2 GHz, 30MB Cache, 16-Cores, 24-Threads)
  • Memory: 32GB DDR5 DIMM
  • Storage: 2x4TB PCIe SSD (Solid State Drive) RAID 0 (8TB available storage)
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6X Dedicated Graphics, VR Ready
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Home-64
  • Connectivity: 802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Ports: 4 USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 3 Display Port (DP), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, 1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
  • Cooling: Liquid Cooling
  • Power Supply: 850W Power Supply
  • Included: MSI Loot Box Pack

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Screen Display; 802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, RGB Backlit Wired Keyboard, .

【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i9-12900KF 】 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KF 3.20GHz Processor (upto 5.2 GHz, 30MB Cache, 16-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores) ; GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6X Dedicated Graphics, VR Ready .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 32GB DDR5 DIMM; 850W Power Supply, Liquid Cooling; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 2x4TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0 (8TB available storage); 4 USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 3 Display Port (DP), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, No Optical Drive, 1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack., Windows 11 Home-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

Includes MSI Loot Box Pack(Gaming Gear Bag;Gaming Headset;Lucky Dragon Plushie), MSI Clutch GM08 Wired Gaming Gear, MSI AGILITY GD21 Gaming Gear Pad

Specifications

Processor
Intel Core i9-12900KF
Generation
12th Gen
Cores
16-Cores (8 Performance-cores)
Threads
24-Threads
Base Clock Speed
3.20GHz
Max Boost Clock Speed
5.2 GHz
Cache
30MB
Graphics Card
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Video Memory
12GB GDDR6X
RAM Type
DDR5 DIMM
RAM Capacity
32GB
Storage Type
PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0
Total Storage Capacity
8TB (2x4TB)
Power Supply
850W
Cooling
Liquid Cooling
Operating System
Windows 11 Home-64
Wireless Connectivity
802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
USB Ports
4 USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2
Video Outputs
1 x HDMI 2.1, 3 Display Port (DP)
Audio Ports
1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Included Peripherals
MSI Clutch GM08 Wired Gaming Gear, RGB Backlit Wired Keyboard

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KF processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, boosting up to 5.2 GHz for exceptional gaming and multitasking.
  • Equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6X dedicated graphics card, ensuring high frame rates and superior visual fidelity for VR-ready gaming.
  • Comes with 32GB DDR5 DIMM RAM, providing significant memory bandwidth for modern gaming and demanding applications.
  • Offers a massive 8TB available storage through 2x4TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0 configuration, delivering extremely fast load times.
  • Includes liquid cooling and an 850W power supply, which are essential for maintaining optimal performance under heavy loads and providing ample power for components.

👎 Cons

  • The product notes that the seal is opened for hardware/software upgrades, which may be a point of concern for some buyers expecting a factory-sealed unit.
  • The system does not include a screen display, requiring users to supply their own monitor, which adds to the overall cost.
  • Despite being a high-performance gaming PC, it does not include an optical drive, requiring external solutions for disc-based media.
  • It features a wired keyboard and mouse (MSI Clutch GM08), meaning users who prefer wireless peripherals will need to purchase them separately.
  • While a 1-year manufacturer warranty is mentioned, it is from GreatPriceTech (professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech), not directly from MSI, which could affect support perception.

Frequently Asked Questions

This gaming PC is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KF processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 12GB GDDR6X dedicated graphics.
It comes with 32GB of DDR5 DIMM RAM and a substantial 8TB of available storage configured as 2x4TB PCIe NVMe SSD in RAID 0 for speed.
Yes, with its powerful GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, this MSI gaming PC is explicitly stated to be VR Ready.
The PC comes with Windows 11 Home-64 and features liquid cooling to maintain optimal temperatures during intense usage.
For displays, it offers one HDMI 2.1 port and three Display Port (DP) outputs, allowing for multiple monitor setups.