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MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2880x1800 OLED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB LPDDR5x-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU
| Reference / Part Number | PRESTIGE 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | PRESTIGE 16 AI+ C3MG-219AU |
| Release date | February 2026, 8 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Grey |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Platinum Gray |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 2880 x 1800 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | 2.8K |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR True Black 600 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra X7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 358H |
| Processor generation | Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 3) |
| Processor cores | 16 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,8 GHz |
| Performance cores | 4 |
| Efficient cores | 8 |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 4 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,8 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,7 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,3 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 1,9 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 1,5 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency | 1500 MHz |
| Processor cache | 18 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor base power | 25 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 80 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Copilot+ PC | Yes |
|---|---|
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| NPU performance up to | 50 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | LPDDR5x-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Arc B390 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Arc Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS Audio Processing |
|---|---|
| Spatial audio | Yes |
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 81 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Certificates
| Certification | MIL-STD-810H/G |
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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,59 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 357,7 mm |
| Depth | 254,3 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,19 cm |
| Height (rear) | 1,39 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Other features
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Arc B390. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU like?
It carries a 16" 2880x1800 OLED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor with the Intel Arc B390 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU weigh?
It weighs 1,59 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MG-218AU released?
Its release date is February 2026, 8 months ago.