MSI, a global leader in gaming and high-performance computing, has secured four Best Choice Awards at COMPUTEX 2026, headlined by the Gold Award for its flagship GeForce RTX™ 5090 32G LIGHTNING Z graphics card. The sweep across core components, smart peripherals, and a 40th-anniversary flagship laptop marks MSI’s technical leadership and commitment to innovation in the AI-driven computing era.
“AI is fundamentally reshaping the digital landscape,” said Sam Chern, Vice President of Marketing at MSI. “Our core mission is to translate powerful computing power into an intuitive and efficient user experience through extreme engineering. These awards are a testament to our pursuit of stability and performance at the extreme limits.”
GeForce RTX™ 5090 32G LIGHTNING Z: The Performance Benchmark for Creators and Overclockers
Marking the long-awaited return of MSI’s legendary LIGHTNING series, the LIGHTNING Z is engineered for the extreme demands of gamers, creators, and the global overclocking community for 8K video rendering and complex 3D modeling:
Extreme Power Delivery: Features a 40-phase power architecture and dual 16-pin power connectors to push performance beyond conventional limits.
Next-Gen Thermal Engineering: An advanced liquid-cooled thermal architecture combining a full copper cold plate, next-generation high-pressure pump, and MSI’s exclusive Lightning Fan design.
Interactive Monitoring: Integrates an 8-inch display panel for real-time performance telemetry and personalized visual presentation.
Award Highlight: Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Draco Epic
MSI’s top-tier flagship laptop, the Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Draco Epic, performed exceptionally well in this selection, winning the award in the Gaming & Immersive Tech category. As a limited-edition masterpiece celebrating MSI’s 40th anniversary, this new product embodies MSI’s highest level of design excellence. Detailed specifications, innovative technologies, and in-depth application details will be officially announced during the exhibition.
MPG Ai TS Series PSU: The Power Backbone for AI Workstations
Specifically designed for the safety requirements of modern high-end graphics cards during AI edge computing and big data processing:
GPU Safeguard+ Technology: MSI’s exclusive proactive protection technology providing precise per-pin current monitoring for 12V-2×6 connectors, safeguarding critical hardware and preventing data loss.
Industrial-Grade Components: Features high-performance SiC MOSFETs and an optimized acoustic profile for exceptionally quiet operation under high loads.
Forward-Looking Architecture: Equipped with dual native 12V-2×6 connectors, ensuring rock-solid power delivery and overhead for future hardware upgrades.
STRIKE ALLOY TMR & STRIKE NEXUS: For Gaming, Streaming, Creating, and Beyond
This solution redefines peripherals as a smart control center that integrates input, display, storage, and data management, accurately meeting the diverse needs of competitive gaming, live streaming, mobile office, and data security:
STRIKE ALLOY TMR: Features next-generation TMR sensing technology, up to 8,000Hz polling rate, and ultra-precise actuation control. Its dual hot-swappable design supports both magnetic and mechanical switches.
STRIKE NEXUS: A modular experience with a magnetic attachment design featuring a 4.3-inch touchscreen and external M.2 SSD expansion. A single USB-C connection synchronizes system monitoring, shortcut controls, and encrypted SSD protection.
MSI COMPUTEX 2026 Exhibition Details
Dates: June 2 – June 5, 2026
Venue: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Halls 1
Booth: J0605a (1F) / L0118 (4F)
