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MSI AeRS12TF254-3685-230655 RTX 3080 Ti Gaming PC

i7-12700K32GB DDR5850WBluetooth 5.2USB 3.2

MSI Aegis RS gaming desktop with 12th Gen i7-12700K, RTX 3080 Ti 12GB, 32GB DDR5, and 4TB NVMe storage.

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Overview

The MSI Aegis RS 12TF-254US is a pre-built gaming desktop designed to handle demanding modern titles at high settings. At its core is the Intel Core i7-12700K, a 12th Gen processor with 12 cores and 20 threads that boosts up to 5.0 GHz, paired with 32GB of DDR5 4800MHz memory for responsive multitasking. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM powers the graphics, capable of smooth frame rates at 1440p and competitive performance at 4K with ray tracing enabled. A 4TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides expansive, high-speed storage — enough to keep a large game library installed without juggling space.

MSI equips the Aegis RS with RGB liquid cooling to keep the i7-12700K's temperatures in check during extended gaming sessions, and the 850W power supply delivers stable power to the high-performance components. Connectivity is thorough, with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, two USB 3.2 Type-C Gen 2 ports, and display outputs including HDMI and three DisplayPorts for multi-monitor configurations. The system ships with Windows 11 Pro, a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription, and an RGB backlit keyboard, though buyers will need to supply their own monitor, mouse, and webcam. At 30.96 lbs and roughly 18.75 inches tall, this is a full-size gaming tower that prioritizes performance and cooling over portability.

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】 32GB DDR5 DIMM; 850W Power Supply, RGB Lighting Liquid Cooling; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 4TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 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 11 Pro-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User(Microsoft 365 Personal | 12-Month Subscription, 1 person | Premium Office apps | 1TB OneDrive cloud storage | PC/Mac;Annual Subscription;Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android), Dockztorm USB Hub

Specifications

Brand
MSI
Model
Aegis RS 12TF-254US
Processor
Intel Core i7-12700K (12th Gen, 12-Core, 20-Thread)
Base Clock Speed
3.60 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
Up to 5.0 GHz
Cache
25MB
RAM
32GB DDR5 4800MHz
Storage
4TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (12GB GDDR6)
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Ports
4x USB 3.2 Gen1, 4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort, 1x Audio Combo Jack
Power Supply
850W
Cooling
RGB Liquid Cooling
Dimensions (WxLxH)
8.50" x 17.38" x 18.75"
Weight
30.96 lbs
Included
RGB Backlit USB Keyboard, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 Year), Hub

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • RTX 3080 Ti 12GB delivers excellent 1440p and 4K gaming performance with ray tracing
  • 32GB DDR5 4800MHz memory provides ample headroom for gaming, streaming, and multitasking simultaneously
  • 4TB NVMe SSD offers massive fast storage without needing a secondary drive
  • Liquid cooling system keeps the i7-12700K running cool and quiet under sustained loads
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 provide current-generation wireless connectivity out of the box

👎 Cons

  • No webcam included, requiring an additional purchase for streaming or video calls
  • At nearly 31 lbs, the tower is heavy and not easily portable for LAN events
  • No optical drive, which may matter for users with physical media collections
  • 850W power supply leaves limited headroom for future GPU upgrades to more power-hungry cards
  • RTX 3080 Ti is a previous-generation GPU, with newer RTX 40-series cards now available

Frequently Asked Questions

It includes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 12GB of GDDR6 video memory, delivering high-end gaming performance with ray tracing and DLSS support at 1440p and 4K resolutions.
The Aegis RS features RGB liquid cooling for the CPU, which helps maintain lower temperatures and quieter operation during heavy gaming or rendering workloads compared to air cooling.
It ships with a black RGB backlit USB keyboard and includes a Microsoft 365 Personal 1-year subscription. No monitor, mouse, or webcam is included — you will need to supply those separately.
The system provides 1 HDMI port and 3 DisplayPort outputs on the graphics card, supporting multi-monitor setups for gaming or productivity.
It weighs approximately 30.96 lbs, which is substantial but typical for a full-size gaming tower with liquid cooling and a high-wattage power supply.