MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX features a slimmer body and stronger specifications

The latest MSI Crosshair gaming laptop announced at CES today doesn’t make any major changes, but it manages to fit improved specs into a smaller space. According to MSI, the Crosshair 16 Max HX is 14.3 percent thinner than its predecessor, a difference of 2 mm.

The slightly sleeker chassis comes with slightly updated specs, including a second-generation Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series GPU, up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 16-inch (2560 x 1600) 240Hz OLED display. The revamped Crosshair also supports MSI OverBoost Ultra, allowing users to boost the GPU by up to 115W and the CPU by 85W (or 140W when focusing exclusively on the CPU).

While the Crosshair 16 Max HX has some updates over the previous generation, it maintains the inconspicuous case design. The 2026 Crosshair has a bit of RGB on the keyboard, but keeps the design fairly low-key, with the MSI logo and subtle mica-style accents on the lid.

The Crosshair 16 Max HX is expected to launch as early as April 2026 with a starting price of $1,649.