MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI D2XWFKG 2025 (Core Ultra 7 255HX, RTX 5060, 16GB, 1TB, 16″ QHD+ IPS)

Just last month, MSI unveiled their brand new MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI laptops. And now the laptops has arrived in Nepal sooner than expected. This new gaming laptop, which is packed with the Intel Core Ultra Series processor and RTX 50-series, might be the one for the gamers. So, without wasting any time, let’s dive into what it has to offer as well as the expected MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI 2025 price in Nepal.

MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI 2025 Overview

Build and display

The MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI looks exactly the same, both from the top and bottom, as the non-AI variant. We can see the RGB logo on top of the lid and also the crosshair touch near the trackpad. The keyboard includes a dedicated co-pilot button with 24 zones of RGB backlighting. The built-in HD camera is kind of a disappointment, though.

And unfortunately, we don’t see any changes regarding the display, either. This 16-inch, like its predecessor, boasts the same QHD+ resolution with a variable refresh rate of up to 240 Hz. And yes, it is an IPS LCD panel with 100% DCI-P3 coverage. Nevertheless, it is still pretty good and should not make a difference when you are gaming.

Redesigned Cooling

One of the most crucial changes MSI has made is regarding the cooling for this gaming beast. This new cooling design, which is called “Cooler Boost 5,” is said to be more efficient in cooling. This design features dual fans along with five shared pipes between the CPU and GPU. Additionally, it has a larger thermal pipe diameter and also includes MSI’s exclusive thermal grease. MSI claims it can perform at its best even under heavy load gaming.

Processor and graphics

The new model also tastes the Intel Core Ultra processor. Hence, the added “AI” in the name is due to the processor’s AI capabilities from the NPU inside. As for the graphics, it will now be paired with the new RTX 50-series card.

The laptop is available in two options for the CPU and GPU. Firstly, the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, consisting of 20 cores and 20 threads with a max speed of 5.2 GHz, is paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. And later, the more powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and 24 threads and a 5.4 GHz turbo speed, which is paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070.

The combined power of both the CPU and GPU equates to a maximum of 170W with the use of MSI OverBoost Technology. Hence, it will ensure both of the processors are using their maximum power.

Memory

Both of the mentioned variants come with 16GB of DDR5 RAM in the 8GB x2 configuration. So, if you wish to upgrade your memory, you will have to remove one of the 8-gig sticks. Nevertheless, it supports up to 96 GB RAM.

As for the primary storage, it comes with 1TB of NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD. And yes, it is upgradable with an extra M.2 SSD slot that supports Gen 5 as well.

The rest of the features

For connectivity, we get Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. There are two 2W speakers for audio output with a headphone combo jack. Moreover, you get one Thunderbolt 4 port with a couple of Type A ports as well. If you prefer to game on an external monitor, you can plug in an HDMI 2.1 cable, which is capable of 8K resolution but at 60 Hz; for 120 Hz, you have to switch to 4K.

Keeping the laptop alive is the 90 Wh 4-cell battery, which is charged via a 240 W adapter. If you are engaged in long gaming sessions, I recommend you plug in the power supply at all times.

Specifications of MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI

• Dimensions: 359 x 266.4 x 21.8-27.9 mm
• Weight: 2.5kg
• Display: 16” QHD+ (2560×1600), 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3 IPS panel
• Processor:
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (20C/20T), 5.2 GHz max boost
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (24C/24T), 5.4 GHz max boost
• Graphics:
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
• Memory: 16GB DDR5-6400 (8GB x 2 configuration), 1TB PCIe NVMe Gen 4 SSD
• Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 3x USB Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Headphone Combo Jack
• Battery: 90 Wh 4-cell (charges via 240W AC Adaptor)
• Webcam: HD (720p) with camera shutter
• Audio: Dual Speaker
• Keyboard: 24-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard
• Touchpad: Windows Precision touchpad