MSI has officially pulled back the curtain on its 2026 hardware lineup at CES, debuting an ambitious ecosystem of components focused on “EZ DIY” design and record-breaking performance. The new collection spans high-performance motherboards, intelligent power supplies, and avant-garde cooling solutions designed to simplify the building process for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Motherboards : AMD MAX and Intel CUDIMM
AMD X870(E) & B850 MAX Series: These new boards feature an integrated OC Engine for precise frequency tuning, potentially boosting gaming performance by up to 15%.
Extreme Overclocking: The flagship MEG X870E UNIFY-X MAX utilizes a 2-DIMM layout to shatter memory records and includes a physical Tuning Controller for real-time parameter adjustments.+1
Massive Memory Support: On the Intel side, MSI showcased a prototype Z890 motherboard supporting 4-Rank CUDIMM modules. This breakthrough allows for a staggering 256GB of total capacity on a 2-DIMM design, with stable speeds exceeding 10,000 MT/s.
GPU Safeguard+ PSU
MPG Ai1600TS/Ai1300TS PCIE5: These Titanium-rated units feature 100% Japanese capacitors and dual native 12V-2×6 connectors for powerful builds.
MAG A1200PLS/A1000PLS PCIE5: Platinum-rated “Guardians of Uninterrupted Power” that include Fan Safeguard to alert users instantly in the event of a cooling failure.
Cooling and Chassis
The 2026 lineup places a heavy emphasis on “showcase” aesthetics without sacrificing thermal efficiency.
MEG MAESTRO 900R
Triple-sided panoramic glass chassis. EZ Rotatable Motherboard Tray for building outside the case.
MEG CORELIQUID E15
Flagship liquid cooler with a 6.67-inch 2K curved OLED. TriFlow Reversal fans and EZ Conn single-connector setup
MPG COREFROZR AP17
Dual-tower air cooler with a 6-inch LCD. Eight heat pipes and memory-clearance design
DigiME: “Zero Gear” VTuber platform
Beyond hardware, MSI introduced DigiME, a “Zero Gear” VTuber platform. The software integrates MIA, an AI voice assistant and MSI product expert, allowing creators to stream using customizable avatars without the need for expensive motion-capture hardware
