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MSI MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24: a brighter, smarter OLED upgrade at a lower price
monitors22 hours ago

MSI MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24: a brighter, smarter OLED upgrade at a lower price

MSI updates its 32-inch 4K 240 Hz QD-OLED with Samsung Gen 4 panel, delivering brighter SDR/HDR, improved contrast, and OLED Care 3.0 with a presence sensor to reduce burn-in. Priced at $1,099—$200 less than the predecessor—it's paired with DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 for an uncompressed 4K/240 signal, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 98 W, and DarkArmor Film for better color depth; a refined, mature OLED gaming/creativity monitor with strong text clarity and motion performance.

MSI Elevates AM5 with X870E UNIFY-X MAX and Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition
hardware11 days ago

MSI Elevates AM5 with X870E UNIFY-X MAX and Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition

MSI introduces full AM5 support for AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition and unveils the MEG X870E UNIFY-X MAX, a flagship overclocking motherboard featuring an 18+2+1 power design, Direct OC Jumper, OC Engine, and robust cooling for extreme tuning. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is a 16-core, 32-thread CPU with 192 MB L3 cache, up to 5.6 GHz boost, and 200 W TDP, designed to pair with MSI’s CLICK BIOS X, Latency Killer, X3D Gaming Mode, and fast connectivity (Wi-Fi 7 + 5G LAN). An AGESA PI 1.3.0.0 BIOS update is expected for 600 & 800-series boards to optimize Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition performance.

Alienware Wins 2026 Readers’ Choice for Laptops, With MSI and LG Leading in Key Categories
technology1 month ago

Alienware Wins 2026 Readers’ Choice for Laptops, With MSI and LG Leading in Key Categories

Alienware is the overall winner of PCMag's 2026 Readers’ Choice for laptops, with MSI leading the AI-laptop segment and LG excelling in ultraportables, battery life, and display. Apple performs strongest in workstations and ultraportables, Lenovo shines in 2‑in‑1s, and Acer tops the budget laptops. Linux shows the highest OS satisfaction among respondents. The survey of 3,715 US adults was conducted Oct 27, 2025–Jan 19, 2026.

MSI Launches Fast QD-OLED Gaming Monitor with $130 Discount
technology5 months ago

MSI Launches Fast QD-OLED Gaming Monitor with $130 Discount

MSI has discounted its 27-inch Mag 271QP X28 QD-OLED gaming monitor to $519.99, offering a fast 280Hz refresh rate, 2K resolution, and features to prevent burn-in, making it a top choice for fast-paced gaming. The deal includes a promo code and a three-year warranty. Additional deals include gaming controllers, power banks, and chargers from Razer, Anker, and Apple.

MSI MAG 272QP X50: 500Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Review
technology9 months ago

MSI MAG 272QP X50: 500Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Review

The MSI MAG 272QP X50 is the first 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor to reach 500Hz, offering significant improvements in brightness, response time, and HDR performance, making it ideal for competitive gaming despite some ongoing panel dimming issues. It is priced at $850 and features a sleek design with extensive calibration and HDR modes, though it lacks a USB hub and KVM switch, with availability expected in late July.

Score Big on OLED and Ultrawide Monitors with Black Friday Deals
technology1 year ago

Score Big on OLED and Ultrawide Monitors with Black Friday Deals

Newegg is offering a significant discount on the MSI MAG 271QPX, a 27-inch OLED gaming monitor with 1440p resolution and 240Hz refresh rate, priced at $499.99 with a coupon code, $200 off its retail price. This deal is available for today only, but Best Buy is also offering the same monitor at this price. The monitor features basic connectivity options and a 3-year warranty, making it an attractive option for gamers seeking a high-performance display.

MSI Investigates Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU Burnout Issues on X870 Motherboards
technology1 year ago

MSI Investigates Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU Burnout Issues on X870 Motherboards

Two AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs have burned out while installed on MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK motherboards, with both incidents reported on the Quazarzone forums. MSI is investigating the issue, which they have so far only replicated with improperly installed CPUs. The problem may be due to deformed CPU sockets or incorrect installation, and it is unclear if this is a widespread issue or limited to a specific batch of motherboards.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Launches November 7th with Full MSI Support and $479 Price Tag
technology1 year ago

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Launches November 7th with Full MSI Support and $479 Price Tag

MSI has announced full support for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU on its X870, X870E, and older 600-series AM5 motherboards through the AGESA 1.2.0.2a BIOS update. This update ensures compatibility with the new Zen 5 architecture-based processor, which is designed for peak gaming performance and high computing power. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads, will launch on November 7th at $479. The update also extends support to MSI's X670/E and B650/E motherboards, allowing users to benefit from PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 memory support.

MSI Claw A1M: A Pricey Yet Immersive Handheld Gaming Experience
technology1 year ago

MSI Claw A1M: A Pricey Yet Immersive Handheld Gaming Experience

The MSI Claw A1M gaming handheld, featuring an Intel chip, offers a solid design and 120Hz screen but falls short in performance and value compared to rivals like the ROG Ally and Legion Go. Despite decent battery life and Thunderbolt 4 support, its higher price, clunky MSI Center app, and ongoing optimization issues make it less appealing, especially with newer models on the horizon.