MSI has announced a revamped gaming laptop portfolio at CES 2026, with hardware upgrades and thermal redesigns across its Raider, Stealth, and Crosshair product lines.
Raider 16 Max HX features
The Raider 16 series anchors MSI’s 2026 gaming lineup, focusing on high sustained power and desktop-class hardware. The range includes the Raider 16 Max HX, Raider 16 HX, and the AMD-based Raider A16 HX, all built on the same 16-inch platform.
Intel models use Core Ultra 200HX processors, while the Raider A16 HX runs on AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX. GPU options scale up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPUs on the Max HX and A16 HX, with the Raider 16 HX topping out at the RTX 5080.
Display options include a 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz OLED panel with full DCI-P3 coverage and DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification, alongside IPS alternatives. Memory support reaches up to 128GB on Intel models and 96GB on the AMD variant, with both PCIe Gen5 and Gen4 storage support.
All models offer Wi-Fi 7, HDMI 2.1, high-speed USB connectivity, Dynaudio-tuned speakers, and a 90Wh battery, reinforcing the Raider 16’s focus on performance over portability.
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ features
The Stealth 16 AI+ is the sleek one out of the bunch, measures 16.6mm thick and weighs less than 2kg while delivering what MSI claims is 20W more GPU headroom than its predecessor through updated cooling. The model received a CES Innovation Award in the Computer Hardware and Components category.
The laptop offers powerful configurations with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 386H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. Its 16-inch display features QHD+ OLED technology with a 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, certified for VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600. For expandability, it includes dual slots supporting up to 128GB of DDR5-7200 memory and two M.2 SSD slots for storage.
Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI 2.1 supporting up to 8K output, USB-A ports, and Gigabit Ethernet. The system also includes Intel Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and a 4-zone RGB keyboard with a dedicated Copilot key. Audio comes from a quad-speaker setup with Nahimic enhancement, while a 90Whr battery powers the system.
MSI Crosshair 16 series (2026) features
MSI’s Crosshair lineup has been upgraded as well. The series includes two models: the Crosshair 16 Max HX and the Crosshair 16 HX, both featuring 16-inch QHD+ displays at 2560×1600 resolution.
The Crosshair 16 Max HX is powered by Intel Core Ultra 200HX Series processors and supports up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. It features an optional OLED display with 165Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification. The system supports up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM across two slots and includes dual M.2 SSD slots with PCIe Gen5 x4 and Gen4 x4 support.
The Crosshair 16 HX offers Intel Core i9-14900HX processors and the same RTX 5070 GPU option. It comes with a 240Hz IPS-level display and supports up to 96GB of DDR5 memory. This model is slightly lighter at 2.3 kg and features a 4-zone RGB keyboard. Both models benefit from MSI’s redesigned port layout, with HDMI and Ethernet connections now positioned on the rear panel for improved cable management.
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(Source: MSI PR)
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