MSI expanded its gaming and AI PC portfolio at COMPUTEX 2026, introducing the Claw 8 EX AI+ gaming handheld, the limited-edition Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Draco Epic, and several new laptop series designed for gaming, productivity, and content creation.
The announcements coincide with MSI’s 40th anniversary and highlight the company’s continued push into AI-powered computing, handheld gaming, and premium laptop design.
Claw 8 EX AI+ brings Intel’s handheld-focused gaming platform
Leading MSI’s COMPUTEX showcase is the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, which the company describes as the world’s first gaming handheld powered by Intel Arc G3 Extreme processors.
The device is built around Intel’s new handheld-focused architecture, aiming to deliver stronger AAA gaming performance while maintaining battery efficiency in a portable form factor.
Key specifications include an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, Intel Xe graphics architecture, XeSS 3 with Multi-Frame Generation (MFG), an 8-inch 120Hz VRR display, Hall-effect triggers and analog sticks, enhanced haptic feedback via a new linear motor, and Xbox Mode support for quick access and game resume.
MSI also redesigned the handheld’s ergonomics with larger grips and refined controls to improve comfort during extended gaming sessions.
The Claw 8 EX AI+ arrives in a new Void Purple finish, giving the handheld a distinct visual identity compared to previous Claw models.
Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition celebrates MSI’s 40th anniversary
MSI also unveiled the Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Draco Epic, a limited-edition gaming laptop created to commemorate the company’s four decades in the PC industry.
Inspired by the Draco constellation, the laptop features a custom chassis manufactured using precision metal etching and anodization techniques designed to create intricate patterns and reflective finishes.
Under the hood, the Titan 18 HX packs flagship-level hardware, including an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24GB GDDR7, an 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED display, a mechanical per-key RGB keyboard, an RGB haptic touchpad, and a vapor chamber cooling system.
The anniversary edition also includes a collector’s bundle featuring a gaming mouse, mouse pad, and commemorative coin.
MSI expands Artisan Collection with Van Gogh-inspired laptop
Beyond gaming hardware, MSI introduced the Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Vincent van Gogh Edition, the latest addition to its Artisan Collection.
The convertible productivity laptop draws inspiration from two of Vincent van Gogh’s most recognizable works: The Starry Night and Starry Night Over the Rhône.
Powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, the device combines premium design with productivity-focused features and long battery life.
The launch reflects a growing trend among PC manufacturers to blend artistic collaborations with premium computing hardware.
New Katana and Venture series target broader audiences
MSI also expanded its mainstream offerings through two new product families.
The Katana Series continues MSI’s focus on mainstream gaming laptops, combining refreshed industrial design with performance-oriented hardware for entry-level and mid-range gamers.
The Venture Series targets professionals and everyday users, featuring Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors and enhanced cooling systems designed for productivity, entertainment, and light creative workloads.
MSI also introduced the Crosshair 16 HX MLG Edition, featuring a distinctive Stellar White chassis with subtle red accents revealed under changing lighting conditions. The design takes inspiration from the company’s mascot, MLG (Dragon Princess), and combines it with gaming-focused hardware, including Intel Core Ultra processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs, and a 16-inch gaming display. The model will initially launch in China.
MSI continues growing its AI PC ecosystem
The COMPUTEX 2026 lineup underscores MSI’s broader strategy of expanding its AI PC portfolio across gaming, productivity, and creative workloads.
From the handheld-focused Claw 8 EX AI+ to the flagship Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition, MSI is leveraging the latest Intel and NVIDIA platforms while experimenting with premium industrial design, collector-focused products, and AI-enhanced computing experiences.
As AI-capable processors become standard across the PC industry, MSI’s latest releases show how manufacturers are increasingly combining performance, mobility, and distinctive design to stand out in a highly competitive market.
