16” AI Gaming Power. Up to 200W.The MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX (E2W) is a 16-inch gaming laptop built for users who demand AI ready high-performance, immersive gameplay, and intensive creative potential. With up to 200W of combined CPU and GPU power, it not only supports hybrid AI agent, but also supports GPU-intensive gaming, and complex content creation with dependable performance. Its advanced cooling architecture sustains this high-power output during extended sessions, helping AI applications, AAA games, and demanding multitasking run with greater consistency. Featuring a mecha-inspired design and an RGB Dragon Shield emblem, the Crosshair 16 Max HX (E2W) delivers a premium AI gaming experience for users who expect more.
Desktop Muscle in an Efficient Package.
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX PlusMeet the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus. Featuring a redesigned P-core and E-core architecture, it brings elite desktop power to a cooler, quieter, and more efficient portable gaming experience.
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MSI OverBoostWhen under extreme workloads that require full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 200W.
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Light Up Your Gaming StyleThe Crosshair 16 MAX HX E2W features a 24-Zone RGB keyboard with illuminated WASD keys and specially designed keycaps. Dynamic lighting adds a more immersive look and feel, giving every gaming setup a bolder visual identity.
Now Even SmarterExperience smarter productivity featuring Copilot and MSI AI Engine for seamless multitasking. These advanced AI tools adapt to your needs, optimizing performance and streamlining workflows effortlessly.
Comprehensive ConnectivityCrosshair 16 MAX HX E2W features a versatile selection of I/O ports to support multiple peripherals and display outputs. With additional rear I/O placement, cable routing stays cleaner and more organized—maximizing flexibility for every setup.
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Technical specifications
Design
| Colour name | Core Black |
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| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
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| Form factor | Clamshell |
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| Housing material | Metal, Plastic |
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| Market positioning | Gaming |
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| Original brand name | MSI |
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Display
| Display diagonal | 40.6 cm (16") |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
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| Touchscreen | No |
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| HD type | Quad HD+ |
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| Panel type | IPS-Level |
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| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
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| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
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| Colour gamut | 100% |
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| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
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| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR True Black 1000 |
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Processor
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
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| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
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| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
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| Processor model | 290HX Plus |
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| Processor cores | 24 |
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| Processor threads | 24 |
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| Processor boost frequency | 5.5 GHz |
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| Performance cores | 8 |
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| Efficient cores | 16 |
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| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.5 GHz |
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| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4.7 GHz |
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| Performance-core base frequency | 2.7 GHz |
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| Efficient-core base frequency | 1.8 GHz |
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| Processor cache | 36 MB |
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| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
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| Processor socket | BGA 2114 |
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| Processor base power | 55 W |
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| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
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Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
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| Sparsity support | Yes |
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| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
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| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN |
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| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
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| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
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| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
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Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
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| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
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| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
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| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
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| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
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Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
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| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
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| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
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| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
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| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
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| NVMe | Yes |
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| Optical drive type | No |
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| Card reader integrated | Yes |
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| Compatible memory cards | SD |
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Graphics
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
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| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU |
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| Discrete graphics card memory | 12 GB |
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| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
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| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
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| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
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| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
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Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Speaker power | 2 W |
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| Built-in microphone | Yes |
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Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
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| Front camera HD type | HD |
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| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
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| Privacy camera | Yes |
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| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
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Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
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| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
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| Mobile network connection | No |
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| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
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| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
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| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
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Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
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| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
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| HDMI version | 2.1 |
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| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
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| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
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| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
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| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
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Keyboard
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
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| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
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| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
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| Keyboard backlit zone | 24-zone RGB |
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| Copilot key | Yes |
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Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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| Bundled software | Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, MSI App Player, MSI Center, MSI Companion, Mystic Light, Nahimic 3, Nvidia App |
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Battery
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
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| Battery capacity | 5120 mAh |
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| Battery capacity | 80 Wh |
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| Battery weight | 283.8 g |
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Power
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
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| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
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| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
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| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
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| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width | 363 mm |
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| Depth | 269.7 mm |
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| Height (front) | 2.19 cm |
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| Height (rear) | 2.38 cm |
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| Weight | 2.2 kg |
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