The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition is a limited-edition laptop featuring a design inspired by the company's mascot, LOONG:NIA. The device is built with a metal display lid and a plastic chassis, weighing under 2.5 kg with a thickness ranging from 21.95 to 23.85 mm.
The laptop is powered by a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX processor and 16 GB of DDR5 RAM. Users can choose between two GPU options: GeForce RTX 5060 with 8 GB of VRAM or GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB of VRAM. The system includes two M.2 slots, one of which supports PCI Express 5.0.
The 16-inch IPS display offers a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, a 240 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 500 nits. The cooling system utilizes two fans, four copper radiators, and five heat pipes, applying a phase-change material as a thermal interface.
Connectivity options include USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.0 support, allowing for up to three external monitors. The laptop supports external charging via Power Delivery 3.0 adapters up to 100 W. The package includes a mouse, headset, and gaming mat.
