MSI, the world’s leading brand of high-performance laptops, announced the launch of the “MSI 618 Shopping War” promotion. From now until June 30, 2026, a number of its best-selling star-performance laptops and AI gaming handhelds are available at discounted prices for a limited time, with the highest reductions reaching NT$12,901. This is the largest reward period in the year. This event targets the upgrade and replacement needs before the summer vacation, covering all product lines from entry-level to flagship products to meet consumers with different budgets and needs.
This promotion covers the Katana 15 HX and Cyborg 15 e-sports laptops as well as the Claw 7 AI+ e-sports handheld console, providing meaningful discounts for players and creators with different needs. During the event, you will get NT$666 in electronic cash if you purchase and log in to recharge. Selected high-end series can also get limited folding headphones and creative software experience codes. For consumers who are considering upgrading their equipment, now is the best time to get it.
MSI 618 shopping war begins! Gaming laptops cost less than 40,000
Katana 15 HX: Dragon Soul Blade strikes hard
MSI’s best-selling gaming laptop Katana 15 HX (model B14WFK-884TW) is specially designed for players who pursue smooth gaming and efficient multitasking. It is equipped with an Intel Core i7-14700HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, providing excellent computing and graphics processing capabilities. This processor has powerful specifications of 20 cores and 28 threads. Together with the RTX 5060’s DLSS technology and ray tracing support, it can maintain high frame rate performance in various AAA masterpieces.
In terms of display, Katana 15 HX is equipped with a QHD high-resolution 165Hz refresh rate e-sports panel, which can present smooth and delicate game images. The keyboard adopts a 4-zone RGB full-color backlight design, and the WASD hot keys are made of unique translucent keycaps, with colorful lighting effects to enhance immersion. In terms of heat dissipation, it is equipped with Cooler Boost 5 cooling module, which has a luxurious configuration of dual fans and 5 heat dissipation ducts. The heat dissipation ducts pass through the CPU and GPU at the same time to ensure stable performance for long-term gaming. For players who frequently participate in e-sports events or live broadcast for long periods of time, this cooling system can effectively avoid performance degradation caused by overheating.
The original price of Katana 15 HX is NT$62,900, and the 618 has a limited-time discount price of NT$49,999. You can now save NT$12,901, which is the model with the largest discount in this event. During the event, purchase and log in to get NT$666 in electronic cash.
Cyborg 15: Travel light with sci-fi aesthetics
The MSI Cyborg 15 gaming laptop (model B2RWFKG-891TW) perfectly blends sci-fi style aesthetics with cutting-edge technology. It is equipped with Intel Core 5 processor 210H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, which not only improves AI computing efficiency and graphics processing performance, but also takes into account excellent low-power performance. RTX 5060 supports NVIDIA’s latest AI driver technologies, including DLSS 4 and Frame Generation, which can significantly increase game frame rates without sacrificing image quality.
The exterior is made of a futuristic partially translucent material to forge a lightweight body. The back cover of the laptop is infused with new life energy with the iconic heart-shaped totem symbol. The translucent keycaps are embellished with bionic bone curves, showing a unique sci-fi style. Cyborg 15 supports the exclusive central control software MSI Center. Players can use its advanced AI tools to flexibly respond to various usage scenarios, automatically adjust performance, simplify multi-tasking processes, and keep the system in optimal condition at all times. The machine weighs only 2.1kg, making it easy to carry around and very practical for users who often need to work or play in different locations.
The original price of Cyborg 15 is NT$51,900, and the 618 has a limited-time discount price of NT$39,999. You can now save NT$11,901, which is equivalent to a 23% discount. During the event, purchase and log in to get NT$666 in electronic cash.
Claw 7 AI+: E-sports handheld control in one hand
MSI Claw 7 AI+ eSports handheld console (model A2VM-002TW) redefines the handheld gaming experience with its ergonomic design and latest specifications. The core is equipped with Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 258V, which combines the local AI computing power of the powerful NPU with Intel XeSS super-sampling technology to meet mobile computing needs regardless of gaming, creation or multi-tasking. The built-in NPU of Core Ultra 7 258V can provide up to 40 TOPS of AI computing power, allowing local AI applications such as real-time game assistance, screen optimization and other tasks to run smoothly without relying on cloud connections.
Claw 7 AI+ is carefully crafted in every detail, including the holding position that conforms to the curve of the palm and the strength of the fingertip trigger buttons, to strike a balance between controllability and weight. Equipped with Hall effect rocker and left and right triggers, taking into account durability and precise control. In terms of heat dissipation, MSI adopts an in-flow heat dissipation design specially developed for handheld consoles, which can redirect the airflow to ensure that all internal components remain cool. The built-in 54.5Whr battery capacity provides excellent battery life, and it is equipped with a Thunderbolt 4 port to easily expand an external screen to serve as a multi-functional mini computer. For mobile gamers who often commute or go on business trips, Claw 7 AI+ can be used as a portable game console, and when you go home and connect it to the screen, it becomes a complete desktop computer.
The original price of Claw 7 AI+ is NT$34,900. The 618 has a limited-time discount price of NT$26,999. You can save NT$7,901 and get it for less than NT$27,000.
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Extra rewards for designated laptops
In addition to direct price reductions on the above three star products, the “MSI 618 Shopping War” also provides additional gifts for designated series. From now until June 30, during the event, if you purchase Titan, Raider Max, Raider, and Stealth series gaming notebooks through officially authorized channels, you will receive trendy folding headphones (market price NT$1,990) when you log in. If you add more on designated models, you will receive a one-month trial code of MyEdit Creator Pro (market price NT$540).
Among them, the Titan series is MSI’s flagship gaming notebook product line, equipped with the highest-end processor and graphics card specifications, and is designed for hardcore gamers and overclocking enthusiasts who pursue ultimate performance. The Stealth series focuses on thinness, lightness and high performance, packing high-end hardware configurations into a body less than 2cm, making it suitable for professional workers who need to balance performance and portability. The Raider series, with its unique lighting design and powerful performance, has stable supporters in the mid-to-high-end market.
MSI’s mid-year sale covers a complete product line from entry-level to high-end. Whether you are a hardcore gamer who pursues ultimate performance, a content creator who needs efficient creation tools, or a mobile game group who yearns for portable AI computing, you can find suitable upgrade options. The event only ends on June 30, and interested consumers can take advantage of the opportunity.
Source: KOCPC Chinese