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MSI Dominates 2026 PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards, Securing Top Honors for Both Motherboard and Graphic Card
June 30, 2026
Motherboards ,
Graphics Cards
For the first time, MSI has captured the title for both as top motherboard and graphic card brand in the prestigious 2026 PCMag Readers' Choice Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to quality and innovation, reinforcing our credibility among builders, creators, and hardware enthusiasts who rely on MSI platforms every day.
“The motherboard market is incredibly competitive, and the main players in this space are constantly pushing to gain the upper hand," says PCMag senior components reviewer Michael Justin Allen Sexton. "The company that comes out on top is typically the one that offers the best balance between exciting new features and prices. This year, MSI again has provided that balance for DIYers.”
MSI Secures Top Motherboard Brand Honors in 2026 PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards
Achieving this historic milestone marks a breakthrough for MSI motherboards, driven by enthusiasts, gamers and creators whose high standards led to top scores in Overall Satisfaction and Likelihood to Recommend. These metrics validate the total ownership experience, reinforcing MSI's reputation for reliability, innovation, and community trust within the DIY hardware ecosystem.
MSI is deeply grateful to every reader who shared their experience, and to PCMag for providing a platform that amplifies real user voices. This landmark achievement will directly influence our R&D and product design strategies as we continue to engineer the future of the DIY hardware ecosystem.
Product Highlights
MEG Z890 UNIFY-X
The MEG Z890 UNIFY-X is a flagship motherboard engineered to shatter memory overclocking records. Tailored for pure performance, its dedicated 2-DIMM layout pushes dual-channel DDR5 memory speeds beyond an astonishing 9,600+ MT/s. This extreme performance is backed by a robust, server-grade direct 20+2+1+1 phase power design with 110A Smart Power Stages for rock-solid stability under maximum loads. Complete with dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, and MSI's EZ DIY installation features, it delivers elite reliability and innovation for hardware enthusiasts.
MPG X870E CARBON MAX WIFI
The MPG X870E CARBON MAX WIFI delivers premium power for AMD Ryzen processors. Built around an aggressive 18+2+1 Duet Rail Power System with 110A Smart Power Stages, it ensures absolute stability under heavy overclocking and AI workloads. The board features future-proof 64MB BIOS, OC Engine, dual USB 40Gbps ports with DisplayPort outputs, both Gen 5.0 PCIe and M.2 slots, with ultra-fast Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN connectivity. With EZ DIY features like EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II & EZ M.2 Clip II allows users to quickly install M.2 SSD and EZ Antenna for effortless fasteners the antennas on the motherboard. However, the more crucially feature is also to prioritizes hardware protection with the innovative patent-pending Pin-Safe design, which improves user experience and safety and avoids injury caused by sharp pins on the backside of the motherboard during the assembly process.
MAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ
MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI PZ is the first back-connect motherboard of the MAG series. Adopting a silver-white theme with full-coverage design makes it more recognizable and stands out. Building upon the established design of the MAG X870E series, it also provides 64MB BIOS, OC Engine and all the latest connectivity, such as Lightning Gen 5 solution on both the PCIe and M.2 slots, USB 40 Gbps, full-speed Wi-Fi 7, and 5G LAN. The EZ DIY and back-connect design benefits the DIY experience by reducing the effort spent on cable management.
MSI Graphics Cards Earn Top Brand Recognition in 2026 PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards for the Third Consecutive Year
For the third year running, MSI has been recognized as a top graphics card brand in the PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the industry’s most trusted consumer-driven honors. Voted on by real users, the award reflects the confidence that gamers, creators, PC builders, and hardware enthusiasts continue to place MSI graphics cards for powerful performance, reliability , and long-term value.
Three consecutive years of recognition validate more than benchmark scores. They reflect on the full ownership experience MSI engineers for: advanced thermal design, durable build quality, and stable performance across demanding workloads. MSI thanks every reader who shared their feedback, and PCMag for providing a platform that amplifies authentic user voices.
Product Highlights
LIGHTNING Series
The LIGHTNING Z marks the return of MSI’s legendary overclocking series after a seven-year hiatus, reborn as a limited-edition flagship built to push performance beyond limits. An advanced liquid-cooling design, exclusive Lightning Fan, a high-performance PCB with 3oz copper, and an 8-inch display panel, LIGHTNING Z combines extreme cooling, overclocking-ready stability, and bold visual identity for enthusiasts who demand the absolute best.
SUPRIM LIQUID
The SUPRIM LIQUID redefines the high-end segment with a hybrid cooling architecture and premium diamond-cut design. A 360 mm radiator, STORMFORCE Fans, a patented water block, and dedicated GPU and VRAM cooling channels deliver exceptional thermal performance under sustained workloads while combining advanced engineering with refined craftsmanship for gamers and creators at the top of their game.
SUPRIM Series
The MSI SUPRIM brings high-end performance with exceptional cooling to its broader lineup through HYPER FROZR Thermal Design: STORMFORCE Fans, a Vapor Chamber, Optimized Core Pipes, and advanced Airflow Control technologies work in concert for efficient heat dissipation and stable performance under load. Diamond-cut lines, brushed textures, and a solid aluminum alloy framegive SUPRIM a premium finish that matches its internals.
VANGUARD Series
The MSI Vanguard introduces a new high-end tier designed for gamers who want premium performance paired with a distinctly modern look. HYPER FROZR Thermal Design with STORMFORCE Fans, a Vapor Chamber, Core Pipes, and advanced Airflow Control, keeps thermals in check across demanding sessions. Dynamic RGB lighting and a spaceship-inspired chassis give Vanguard a visual signature as striking as its performance.
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