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(Image credit: MSI) Desktop prebuilts have always been an interesting option in the periphery, on account of sales offering better value than assembling a system yourself. Now, they've suddenly become a lot more feasible because of the current DRAM and NAND shortage, and we've spotted a killer deal for you to cash in on. MSI's Aegis R2 is just $599 right now on Walmart , marked down $300 from list price. For context, a 32 GB kit of DDR5 memory will cost your more than that discount right now.
If you've been eyeying a jump to PC gaming, this desktop prebuilt offers a perfect entry-point to solid 1080p performance without breaking the bank. Backed by an year of warranty and all standard parts, you've even got an upgrade path laid out for you for the future.
Specs-wise, we're looking at Nvidia's RTX 5050 GPU paired with an Intel Core i5-14400F processor — both solid options for entry-level gaming. Expect consistent 1080p performance, especially in esports titles that leverage the CPU a bit more. You get a single 16 GB stick of DDR5 RAM with one empty slot in case you want to upgrade later when the prices stabilize. There's a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD onboard as well, and plenty of fast USB ports, along with Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. While single-channel memory isn't ideal, you'll find single-stick on pretty much every budget build, even from major vendors like HP and Dell, so it's not a sore point in this price bracket.
The motherboard is a completely standard MSI model, and that's the benefit of going with a prebuilt like this: it doesn't feature any proprietary parts. Everything from the case to the power supply is upgradable; it's just been preassembled for your convenience. The entire system is still backed up by a year of warranty, and you even get a basic keyboard and mouse in the box to get going.
Fueling the entire system is a 650W 80+ Gold power supply, also from MSI, so a few drop-in upgrades down the line should be a breeze. All in all, the MSI Aegis R2 for just $599 is a great deal; you're paying console money for something that's a lot more versatile if you don't need that kind of power. With a bunch of pre-installed fans and a stealthy-looking mesh case, this prebuilt has even got the aesthetics down, so grab the offer before it's gone!
If you're looking for more Black Friday savings, check out our Best PC Hardware deals for a range of products, or dive deeper into our specialized SSD and Storage Deals, Hard Drive Deals , Gaming Monitor Deals , Graphics Card Deals , Gaming Chair , Best Wi-Fi Routers , Best Motherboard or CPU Deals pages.
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