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MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition

Pipino Power Rating 3.5/5
  • Ryzen 9 8940HX (16 cores, 32 threads) with RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 8GB GDDR7
  • 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz IPS-level display with 100% DCI-P3 (typical)
  • Up to 190W combined CPU and GPU power with MSI OverBoost
  • Two DDR5 slots with up to 96GB supported, plus a free Gen5 M.2 slot
  • Stellar White MLG Edition with a color-shifting Dragon Shield emblem
Price in the Philippines · from₱138,99516GB, Ryzen 7 8840HX + RTX 5060

Sold in the Philippines

Prices checked Nov 1, 2026

Display16 inches · 240Hz
ChipsetAMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
Main camera0.9MP HD webcam
Battery80Wh · 240W adapter
RAM / Storage16GB / 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD

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At a glance

The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition is available now (released October 28, 2026). It runs on the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, has a 16-inch IPS-level LCD display with a 240Hz refresh rate, packs a 80Wh battery with 240W adapter wired charging and uses a 0.9MP HD webcam main camera. The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition is sold in the Philippines. Price from ₱138,995.

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyNo cellular (Wi-Fi only)

Launch

Announced2026, August 3
ReleasedOctober 28, 2026
StatusAvailable
Philippines availabilityAvailable in the Philippines

Body

Dimensions363 x 269.7 x 21.95-23.85 mm
Weight2300 g, 2.3 kg with battery
BuildStellar White chassis with MLG Dragon Shield emblem, red rubber feet, Cooler Boost cooling with 2 fans, 5 heat pipes and quad exhaust
Water resistanceNo
ColorsStellar White

Display

TypeIPS-level LCD, 100% DCI-P3 (typical)
Size16 inches
Resolution2560 x 1600 pixels (QHD+), 16:10
Refresh rate240Hz

Platform

Operating systemWindows 11 Home
ChipsetAMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
CPU16 cores, 32 threads, up to 5.3GHz boost, 80MB cache
GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 8GB GDDR7, 115W max graphics power with Dynamic Boost, 190W combined CPU and GPU with OverBoost

Memory

RAM16GB, DDR5-5200, 2 SO-DIMM slots (upgradable)
Storage1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD, 512GB option, free Gen5 M.2 slot
Memory card slotNo

Cameras

Main0.9MP HD webcam, 720p at 30fps, 3D noise reduction, privacy shutter
Video720p at 30fps

Sound

LoudspeakerYes, 2x 2W speakers, Hi-Res Audio Ready, Nahimic 3, array microphone
3.5mm jackYes

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth5.4
NFCNo
USB2x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, PD 3.0), 3x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, mic-in/headphone-out combo jack, Kensington lock

Features

SensorsWebcam privacy shutter, fTPM 2.0, 4-zone RGB keyboard with Copilot key

Battery and Charging

Capacity80Wh
Type4-cell, no runtime published
Wired charging240W adapter

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Prices around the world

PhilippinesPHP
16GB, Ryzen 7 8840HX + RTX 5060Model E8WFK-223PH. Includes MLG mouse, headset, mouse pad and backpack. Storage listed as 512GB by Datablitz and 1TB by Villman.₱138,995
16GB + 1TB, RTX 5060Models E8WFK-230PH and E8WFK-233PH. Ryzen 9 8940HX.₱155,995
16GB + 1TB, RTX 5060, MLG figure bundleModel E8WFK-229PH. Ryzen 9 8940HX. Includes MLG figure and Premium Pack while supplies last.₱158,995
16GB + 1TB, RTX 5070Model E8WGK-232PH. Ryzen 9 8940HX.₱169,995
16GB + 1TB, RTX 5070, MLG figure bundleModel E8WGK-231PH. Ryzen 9 8940HX. Includes MLG figure and Premium Pack while supplies last.₱172,995
ChinaCNY
16GB + 512GB, RTX 5060China edition (Shenying 16 MLG). Ryzen 9 8940HX. 9,499 after national subsidy. Listed July 22, 2026.¥10,999

Prices checked Nov 1, 2026.

Where to buy

Philippines

Official MSI PhilippinesProduct page and where-to-buy listVisit shop DatablitzE8WFK-223PH listingVisit shop VillmanE8WFK-223PH listing, stock marked IncomingVisit shop

Prices and stock change often. Check the shop before you buy.

Pros & Cons

What we like

  • Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5070 pairing aimed at QHD gaming
  • 240Hz QHD+ display with 100% DCI-P3 (typical)
  • Upgradable memory and storage: two DDR5 slots and a free Gen5 M.2 slot
  • Full port set with 2 USB-C (DisplayPort, PD), HDMI 2.1 and Gigabit Ethernet
  • MLG Edition bundle adds a mouse, headset and mouse pad

What we don’t

  • High price: PHP 169,995 for the RTX 5070 model in the Philippines
  • Only a 720p webcam and 2W speakers
  • 2.3 kg weight and a 240W adapter limit portability
  • No battery runtime published for the 80Wh pack
  • Wi-Fi 6E only, no Wi-Fi 7

The Pipino Verdict

The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition suits players who want a high-refresh 16-inch gaming laptop with room to upgrade memory and storage. The Ryzen 9 and RTX 5070 pairing targets QHD gaming, and the white MLG design stands out. The main trade-offs are the price, a basic webcam and probable short battery life under load. This verdict is based on specs and brand data, not our own hands-on testing.

MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition in Stellar White, closed lid with MSI emblem, angled back viewMSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition in Stellar White, open low side viewMSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition in Stellar White, left edge with ports and ventsMSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition in Stellar White, right edge with ports and exhaust

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FAQ

How much is the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition in the Philippines?

The price of the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition starts at ₱138,995 (in the Philippines, 16GB, Ryzen 7 8840HX + RTX 5060). Prices checked Nov 1, 2026.

Does the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition support 5G?

No. The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition supports No cellular (Wi-Fi only), not 5G.

What is the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition battery and charging?

The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition has a 80Wh battery with 240W adapter wired charging.

When was the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition released?

The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition was released October 28, 2026 (announced 2026, August 3).

Is the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition available in the Philippines?

The MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition is sold in the Philippines.