MSI Raider 16 Max HX review: Elite gaming performance

Tom’s Hardware says MSI’s Raider 16 Max HX is among the fastest gaming laptops tested, pairing an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus with an Nvidia RTX 5090.

It stands out with a bright 16-inch OLED 240Hz display, solid connectivity including Wi‑Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4, and battery life that’s better than expected.

The tradeoff is a very high price, plus some premium omissions such as a mechanical keyboard and other build luxuries.

It competes directly with heavy hitters like the Alienware 16 Area-51, Asus ROG Strix Scar 16, and Razer Blade 18.