MSI Showcases Complete PC Component Ecosystem at Computex 2026 — Red Dot Awards and Best Choice Recognition
TLDR:
- MSI earns Red Dot Design Awards for four MEG series products at Computex 2026
- MPG Ai TS-Series wins Computex 2026 Best Choice Award for power supplies
- New AM5 motherboards feature AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency technology
- Expanded cooling lineup includes flagship liquid and dual-tower air solutions
- New chassis designs emphasize flexible DIY builds with centered layout architecture
MSI Dominates Computex 2026 with Design Excellence
MSI arrived at Computex 2026 in Taipei with a comprehensive showcase of PC components that span the entire ecosystem — from motherboards and cooling to chassis and power supplies. The message was clear: MSI isn’t just incremental improvements, they’re building complete systems where every component is engineered to work together. The highlight of the show was MSI’s Red Dot Design Award wins for four MEG series products, plus a Best Choice Award for the MPG Ai TS power supply series.
The Red Dot recognition went to the MEG X870E ACE MAX motherboard, MEG MAESTRO 900R chassis, MEG CORELIQUID E15 360 liquid cooler, and MEG Ai1600T PCIE5 power supply — a testament to MSI’s commitment to design excellence across product categories. To celebrate, MSI assembled a “Red Dot PC Build” featuring all four award-winning components working together in a single system.
AM5 Motherboards Push Performance Boundaries
Leading the motherboard lineup is the MEG X870E UNIFY-X MAX, which has already achieved CPU frequency world records with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Dual Edition Processor. The board’s exclusive OC Engine and 18-phase DRPS CPU power design make it a true overclocking powerhouse. A dedicated 2 DIMM architecture with 1SPC design ensures exceptional memory performance and signal integrity, while the included Tuning Controller makes overclocking more accessible.
For gamers seeking premium aesthetics on the B850 platform, the MPG B850 CARBON MAX WIFI features MSI’s signature strip dragon RGB design with heat-pipe aluminum heatsink and server-grade PCB. It offers PCIe 5.0 support for both GPUs and M.2 devices, Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 5.4, 5G LAN, and a front USB Type-C 20Gbps port. User-friendly features like EZ PCIe Release, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, and EZ Antenna streamline the installation process.
The MAG B850M MORTAR MAX WIFI W delivers a full-white Micro-ATX design with extended heatsink and EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II for efficient thermal performance. It showcases AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency technology — the latest memory profile from AMD that delivers optimized performance at high data rates with reduced latency.
Cooling Solutions for Every Build
The flagship MEG CORELIQUID E15 360 liquid cooler showcases MSI’s apex craftsmanship with a 6.67-inch 2K AMOLED screen featuring an innovative 110-degree bend that creates a striking naked-eye 3D effect. The unified fan design incorporates Laminar Focus Fan Technology to minimize intake turbulence, while the EZ Conn One-Cable Design and magnetic pogo-pin pump block design deliver a clean, intuitive building experience.
For mid-range builds, the MPG CORELIQUID P22 360 features a 2.1-inch customizable display with flat circular screen design and exclusive EZ Cap that conceals mounting screws for a sleek aesthetic. The innovative UNI Bracket enables seamless installation on both Intel and AMD platforms without bracket swapping.
The MAG CORELIQUID A23 360 W introduces a lifestyle-focused design that merges woven fabric with PC technology — drawing inspiration from high-end audio equipment. A hidden digital display beneath the fabric surface elegantly reveals real-time system temperatures, while newly designed fan blades balance high-performance airflow with noise suppression.
For air cooling enthusiasts, the MPG COREFROZR AP15 is a dual-tower, dual-fan cooler that resolves memory interference issues common with massive dual-tower designs through precisely engineered heat pipe bending angles. Its innovative structural design allows installation without removing pre-installed fans.
Premium Chassis for Modern Spaces
The MEG MAESTRO 900R flagship chassis introduces a centered layout architecture with a detachable and four-way rotatable motherboard tray — allowing users to define their own system layout, airflow direction, and build configuration. Premium materials include CNC-machined aluminum panels and curved tempered glass, blending engineering precision with architectural aesthetics.
The MPG VIXTA 300 PZ Series offers two variants for different priorities: the MPG VIXTA 300R PZ features a panoramic design with curved tempered glass and optimized airflow, while the MPG VIXTA 300R AIRFLOW PZ features a mesh front panel with Pogo-pin connectors and 160mm fans for maximum cooling performance. Both include detachable PSU brackets, magnetic side panels, and enlarged cable management space.
Award-Winning Power Supplies
The MPG Ai TS Series earned the Computex 2026 Best Choice Award, led by the MPG Ai1600TS PCIE5 (1600W) and MPG Ai1300TS PCIE5 (1300W). The headline feature is exclusive GPU Safeguard+ technology — providing comprehensive protection for 12V-2×6 connectors through per-pin current monitoring to prevent hardware damage during power fluctuations.
Both units feature dual native 12V-2×6 connectors, high-performance SiC MOSFETs, and optimized acoustic profiles for near-silent operation — earning Cybenetics Lambda A+ noise level certification. The series delivers rock-solid power delivery today while providing overhead for next-generation hardware.
Our Take
MSI’s Computex 2026 showing demonstrates a company thinking beyond individual products to the complete ecosystem. The Red Dot awards aren’t just validation of design — they signal that MSI can deliver coherent excellence across motherboards, cooling, chassis, and power supplies simultaneously.
The AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency technology on the new AM5 boards is worth watching. Memory performance has always been a differentiator in gaming, and if AMD’s new timing options deliver measurable improvements in real-world scenarios, it could be a significant advantage for MSI boards in the benchmark wars.
The MEG CORELIQUID E15 360’s 2K AMOLED display is a bold move in a market where most AIO coolers stick to simple LCD screens. Whether the naked-eye 3D effect is genuinely useful or a gimmick remains to be seen, but it shows MSI isn’t afraid to experiment at the flagship tier.
Most immediately relevant for Malaysian builders: the MAG B850M MORTAR MAX WIFI W and MPG B850 CARBON MAX WIFI represent accessible entry points into AMD’s latest platform with features that were previously exclusive to premium boards.
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