- MSI Prestige 16 delivers over 30 hours of effortless 1080p video playback
- Aluminum chassis keeps the device lightweight at just 1.59 kilograms
- PCIe Gen4 SSD slot provides fast storage access for large media files
At CES 2026, MSI introduced the Prestige 16 as part of its new Prestige series, aimed at business and productive users.
The laptop uses Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors and Intel Arc B390 graphics and offers sustained performance for professional workflows while maintaining a lightweight build.
Its 81 Wh battery supports more than 30 hours of 1080p video playback, a figure that surpasses most competing laptops, including Apple’s MacBook Pro.
Viewing and input for professional precision
The device features a 16-inch OLED display with 2.8K resolution, variable refresh rates from 48 to 120Hz, and full coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
It is DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certified and offers low blue light output, enabling accurate color reproduction and reducing eye strain during extended use.
The MSI Prestige 16 features a single backlit keyboard with a Copilot key, which supports traditional typing and quick access to voice-enabled commands.
The device also includes Action Touchpad and MSI Nano Pen, which support precise inputs for professional workflows that require detailed control.
Users can configure up to 64GB LPDDR5x memory and the system provides storage through a single PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD slot.
This configuration offers fast read and write speeds suitable for professional applications and large multimedia files.
Connectivity includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort and power delivery, two USB-A 3.2 ports, and one HDMI 2.1 port that supports 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz.
Wireless connectivity is based on Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth v6.
For audio, the system combines two 2W stereo speakers with woofers, spatial microphones and DTS audio processing.
Thermal management uses a dual-fan vapor chamber system to maintain performance under heavy workloads while keeping noise below 30 dBA.
Security features include TPM 2.0, fingerprint scanning, an IR webcam, and Smart Guard presence-based auto-lock.
The laptop’s aluminum body features a slim profile with rounded edges and smooth contours, reducing overall weight while maintaining a premium feel.
The chassis weighs 1.59 kg, allowing mobility without compromising internal hardware or screen quality.
“The newly designed Prestige series, with its all-new design language, smoother contours and elevated craftsmanship, underlines MSI’s commitment to innovation in the business and productivity segment,” said Eric Kuo, executive vice president and general manager of MSI’s NB business unit.
“With unique features like Action Touchpad and MSI Nano Pen, we’re helping professionals achieve greater productivity and control wherever they go.”
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