MSI Japan to launch two 16-inch gaming laptops with 40th anniversary bundles
In short
MSI Computer Japan will release two 16-inch gaming laptops, the Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP and the Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP, from October 14, both at open pricing, as reported by Japanese tech outlets. The two models come with 40th anniversary gift boxes and accessories such as gaming mice and backpacks, and pair Intel Core Ultra 9 processors with Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series laptop GPUs. PC Watch lists direct-sale prices of 458,800 yen and 589,800 yen, the only pricing figures given; it and ASCII.jp differ on the Stealth model’s maximum battery life.
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MSI Computer Japan will release two 16-inch gaming laptops with 40th anniversary packages, the Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP and the Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP, from October 14, according to ASCII.jp and PC Watch. ITmedia reported that the company added two special models bundled with 40th anniversary goods to its 16-inch gaming notebook lineup. ASCII.jp and PC Watch both said pricing is open, while PC Watch listed direct-sale prices of 458,800 yen for the Crosshair-16-Max and 589,800 yen for the Stealth-16. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]
The Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP is positioned as a high-performance machine, pairing an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB SSD. Its 16-inch WQXGA OLED display runs at 165Hz; ASCII.jp says it supports DisplayHDR True Black 1000. PC Watch lists Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI, a 920,000-pixel web camera and audio inputs and outputs, with a body measuring 363×269.7×23.85mm and weighing about 2.3kg, and a battery life of up to 8 hours. [ 1 , 3 ]
The Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP combines AI features with portability, using an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB SSD. Its 16-inch WQXGA OLED display runs at 240Hz, and ASCII.jp says it covers DisplayHDR True Black 600 and a wide colour gamut suited to video and 3DCG production. PC Watch lists two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, HDMI and a 2.07-megapixel web camera with face authentication, in a 354×246×19.99mm body weighing about 1.99kg, with a maximum battery life of 10 hours. ASCII.jp gives the weight and thickness as about 1.99kg and about 19.99mm but says battery life reaches about 13 hours, a point on which the two outlets differ. [ 1 , 3 ]
Both machines ship with anniversary extras. ASCII.jp says each comes in a specially designed gift box with commemorative accessories such as a gaming mouse and a backpack. PC Watch specifies a gaming headset, mouse, mousepad and backpack for the Crosshair-16-Max, and a gaming mouse and backpack for the Stealth-16. ASCII.jp notes the two models are intended not only for gaming but also for creative work, AI use, 3D CAD and VR. [ 1 , 3 ]
ASCII.jp states that the article may earn revenue through affiliate programmes; ITmedia and PC Watch carry no such disclosure in the material available. The documents do not give sales targets, distribution plans or availability outside Japan. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]
Why it matters
The launch is a product-line addition rather than a change in policy or market structure, and the documents frame it mainly as an anniversary marketing push for MSI in Japan. For buyers, the two models sit at the high end of MSI’s 16-inch gaming notebook range, with the bundled accessories and anniversary packaging as the differentiating feature. The documents give no data on sales targets or market impact.
Key facts
- MSI Computer Japan will release two 16-inch gaming laptops, the Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP and the Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP, from October 14. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]
- Both models come with 40th anniversary packaging and accessories including a gaming mouse and a backpack. [ 1 , 3 ]
- Both models list open pricing; PC Watch gives direct-sale prices of 458,800 yen for the Crosshair-16-Max and 589,800 yen for the Stealth-16. [ 1 , 3 ]
- The Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP uses an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB SSD. [ 1 , 3 ]
- The Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP uses an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB SSD in a body weighing about 1.99kg and about 19.99mm thick. [ 1 , 3 ]
- Both models have a 16-inch WQXGA OLED display, running at 165Hz on the Crosshair-16-Max and 240Hz on the Stealth-16, with Windows 11 Home. [ 1 , 3 ]
Confirmed by several sources
- MSI Computer Japan will release two 16-inch gaming laptops with 40th anniversary accessories from October 14. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]
- Prices for both models are open pricing. [ 1 , 3 ]
- The Crosshair-16-Max-HX-E2WGK-2740JP carries an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. [ 1 , 3 ]
- The Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP carries an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H and GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. [ 1 , 3 ]
- Both machines include a gaming mouse and a backpack among the anniversary accessories. [ 1 , 3 ]
Still unclear
- The Stealth-16-AI+B3WI-2741JP’s maximum battery life. ASCII.jp says up to about 13 hours, while PC Watch says a maximum of 10 hours; the two outlets disagree.
- The exact accessory list for each model. ASCII.jp says a gaming mouse and backpack among other items for both; PC Watch lists a headset, mouse, mousepad and backpack for the Crosshair-16-Max and a mouse and backpack for the Stealth-16.
- Direct-sale prices of 458,800 yen and 589,800 yen. Only PC Watch gives these figures; ASCII.jp states open pricing without amounts, so the numbers are single-source.
- Whether the models will be sold through channels beyond MSI’s direct sales. The documents mention open pricing and direct-sale prices but do not describe distribution.
What local media are saying
Timeline, local time
- ASCII.jp reports that MSI Computer Japan will release the two 40th anniversary gaming laptops from October 14 at open pricing. [ 1 ]
- ITmedia reports that two special models with 40th anniversary goods were added to MSI’s 16-inch gaming notebook lineup. [ 2 ]
- PC Watch reports the October 14 release date, direct-sale prices, full specifications and bundled accessories for both models. [ 3 ]