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MSI Unveils New Raider and Crosshair Gaming Laptops with Up to 300W Combined Power
MSI has also upgraded its existing 18-inch gaming lineup, including the Titan 18, Raider 18 Max, and Stealth 18. In addition to featuring the Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors, users can experience ultra-smooth visuals through top-tier specifications such as a 4K 240 Hz Mini LED display.
“Performance has always been the hallmark of MSI gaming laptops, and that remains true with the all-new Raider and Crosshair” said Derek Chen, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing for MSI’s Notebook Business Unit. “Beyond delivering stronger performance, we have also optimized thermals and fan acoustics across all models, ensuring a quieter and more comfortable experience even under load.”
2026 MSI Gaming Lineup Key Specifications:
- Raider 16 Max / Raider 16:
- MSI’s redesigned 16-inch flagship gaming laptops, featuring up to 300 W combined CPU and GPU power, Cooler Boost Trinity+ thermal design, rear I/O for cleaner cable management, and up to a 2.5K 240 Hz OLED display on select models.
- Crosshair 16 Max / Crosshair 16:
- A thinner 16-inch performance lineup with a 21.9 mm chassis, up to 200 W combined CPU and GPU power, a 17.6% performance increase over the previous generation, and up to a 2.5K 165 Hz OLED display.
- Titan 18 / Raider 18 Max / Stealth 18:
- MSI’s upgraded 18-inch gaming lineup, powered by Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors, with up to 220 W CPU power and up to a 4K 240 Hz Mini LED display on Titan 18.
- Cyborg 15 Series:
- A redesigned entry gaming lineup with up to 100 W TGP, up to 130 W total system power, a 122% TGP increase versus the previous generation, FHD 144 Hz 100% sRGB displays, and improved rear I/O on select models.
The All-New MSI Raider 16 Series: The most powerful 16-inch laptop on the planet.
MSI’s all-new Raider 16 Max and Raider 16 are the most powerful gaming laptops on the planet, delivering up to 300 W of combined power to the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU. Such extreme performance is made possible by the newly designed Cooler Boost Trinity with Intra Flow thermal system. Featuring up to three fans, six heat pipes, and an industry-exclusive five-exhaust-vent design, it delivers exceptional cooling performance—while still preserving rear I/O at the back of the chassis for better cable management and usability.
To ensure the Raider keeps fan noise below 50 dBA even during gaming, MSI’s R&D team redesigned the motherboard to a more compact layout, creating space for larger fans inside the chassis. With bigger fans, the system can maintain strong airflow at lower RPMs—effectively reducing overall fan noise. At the same time, the reduced motherboard size also allows for a slimmer chassis depth, making the Raider easier to fit into standard 16-inch laptop backpacks and more convenient to carry on the go.
In addition, MSI further optimized the laptop’s fan curve, allowing fan speeds to scale smoothly and consistently with system load. This prevents unnecessary RPM spikes during light workloads, eliminating sudden and distracting noise for a quieter, more refined experience.
To make upgrades easier than ever, the Raider features a quick-access upgrade panel. Users only need to loosen two screws to access and upgrade the memory and SSD—eliminating the hassle of removing the entire bottom cover.
A great display is essential to fully experience powerful performance. The Raider features a premium 2.5K 240 Hz OLED display, certified with VESA DisplayHDR 1000 True Black, delivering a truly exceptional visual experience.
For gamers who firmly believe that more RGB means more performance, the Raider will undoubtedly be their ultimate powerhouse. The all-new Raider 16 Max features fully customizable RGB lighting across the lid logo, front light bar, and keyboard—allowing players to create a Raider that truly reflects their personal style… and unlock even more performance.
The All-New Crosshair 16 Series: Thinner, yet more powerful.
The all-new Crosshair 16 Max and Crosshair 16 feature a slimmer chassis at just 21.9 mm, making them nearly 14.3% thinner than the previous generation. Despite the reduced thickness, performance has not been compromised—in fact, it’s even stronger. With up to 200 W of combined power delivered to the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU, that’s a 17.6% increase over the previous generation, unleashing even greater performance.
Its powerful performance is made possible by MSI’s renowned Cooler Boost thermal system, featuring dual fans, five heat pipes, and a four-exhaust-vent design. This advanced cooling solution ensures the CPU and GPU can sustain high performance over extended periods without overheating.
To let gamers fully experience the upgraded performance of the Crosshair, the Crosshair 16 supports a premium 2.5K 165 Hz OLED display, delivering an exceptional and immersive visual experience.
The all-new Crosshair 16 also comes equipped with a comprehensive set of I/O ports, including three USB-A ports, two USB-C ports (one supporting Thunderbolt 4), HDMI, and RJ-45 LAN, making it easy to connect a wide range of peripherals.
To improve cable management, thicker ports such as HDMI and RJ-45 have been relocated to the rear of the laptop, allowing users to maintain a cleaner, more organized desktop setup.
Titan 18 / Raider 18 Max / Stealth 18: The Ultimate 18-inch Powerhouses
MSI’s 18-inch gaming lineup—including the Titan 18, Raider 18 Max, and Stealth 18—has long been known for delivering industry-leading performance. Now, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors, performance reaches an entirely new level. With up to 220 W of power delivered to the CPU, these laptops unleash the most powerful CPU performance available on the planet.
To let users fully experience the immense power of the Titan 18, it features one of the industry’s most advanced displays—a 4K 240 Hz Mini LED panel. With up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness and an ultra-high 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, it delivers a truly breathtaking and immersive visual experience.
All-New Cyborg 15 Series: Major Upgrades in Performance & Display
The newly redesigned Cyborg 15 series arrives with major upgrades in both performance and display quality. The all-new Cyborg 15 Max now features up to 100 W TGP, delivering a total system power of up to 130 W to the Intel Core 200H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU, setting a new benchmark in the entry-level gaming segment.
This performance leap is powered by the upgraded Cooler Boost thermal system, equipped with dual fans and three heat pipes. Combined with a high-performance and safe phase-change thermal material, the new Cyborg 15 Max achieves an impressive 122% increase in TGP compared to the previous generation, delivering significantly smoother and more immersive gameplay.
Beyond delivering smoother gameplay, the all-new Cyborg 15 series is equipped across the lineup with a FHD 144 Hz display featuring 100% sRGB color gamut, providing richer and more accurate colors—not only for gaming, but also for content creation.
The all-new Cyborg 15 also brings meaningful upgrades to connectivity. The Cyborg 15 Max is equipped with three USB-A ports and one USB-C port that supports 100 W PD charging and DisplayPort output, significantly enhancing convenience and versatility.
In addition, the Cyborg is one of the few entry-level gaming laptops to feature a rear I/O layout. By relocating HDMI and RJ-45 to the back of the chassis, cable management becomes much easier—helping users maintain a cleaner and more organized setup.
All of these features are packed into a slim chassis weighing just 2 kg and measuring only 21 mm thick, significantly enhancing the Cyborg’s portability.
