MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo B1MG-049US Ultra Thin Professional Laptop
Or from $65/ month financing or installment plan*
16" QHD+ | Intel® Arc Graphics | Intel® Core™ Ultra 7-155H
Customize Your High-Performance Gaming Laptop
Tailor your laptop to your playstyle and workflow. Choose your CPU, GPU, display, storage, memory, and performance upgrades — each system hand-built, stress-tested, and optimized by our U.S. technicians.
Fully Customizable
Hand-Built & Performance Tuned
Built in the USA
Expert-Tuned for Maximum Performance
Every XOTIC PC laptop undergoes a detailed optimization and validation process performed by our U.S. technicians. Your system is inspected, upgraded where requested, thermally tuned, and tested to ensure stable, reliable performance right out of the box.
U.S. Technician Inspected & Prepared
Thermal Optimization & Repaste Options
Benchmarking & Stability Testing
Prepared in the USA
Our Laptop Optimization & Quality Process
- Full system inspection & hardware validation
- Optional repaste service for cooler, quieter performance
- Installation of memory, storage, and configuration upgrades
- BIOS updates, firmware checks & driver optimization
- Thermal stress testing & long-duration performance checks
- Benchmark verification across real-world workloads
- Final QC, cleaning & secure packaging for shipment
Key Specs at a Glance
This model delivers the perfect balance of performance, portability, and display quality. Below are the core specifications that define its real-world speed, responsiveness, and gaming capability.
Performance Overview
Built for smooth, responsive performance across gaming, creative workloads, and everyday multitasking. Each laptop is optimized and validated by our U.S. technicians to ensure stable, consistent behavior right out of the box.
Tuned for Real-World Performance
Before shipment, your laptop undergoes an extensive verification process to confirm smooth operation in real workloads. This includes application responsiveness, system stability under sustained load, gaming behavior, and everyday performance consistency.
XOTIC PC Performance Validation
- BIOS and firmware checks
- Driver optimization & system preparation
- Thermal behavior and stability verification
- Optional repaste service for cooler, quieter operation
- Responsive performance testing for gaming & applications
Real-World Game Performance
Customization & Upgrade Options
Make your laptop truly yours. XOTIC PC offers extensive customization options ranging from cosmetic personalization to advanced performance enhancements — all installed and validated by our U.S. technicians.
UV Printing
Apply high-resolution UV artwork directly onto your laptop’s chassis. Durable, vibrant, and fully customizable with your own design or selections from our gallery.
Wraps & Skins
Choose from premium vinyl wraps for a unique look and added surface protection. Available in metallic, carbon fiber, matte, gloss, and custom designs.
Custom Painting
Hand-painted premium finishes with automotive-grade coatings. Create a one-of-a-kind laptop with personalized colors, gradients, or themed designs.
RAM & Storage Upgrades
Increase memory capacity or add ultra-fast NVMe SSDs for improved multitasking, shorter load times, and long-term flexibility. Installed and tested by our technicians.
Laser Etching
Precision laser etching for logos, artwork, text, or custom personalization. A permanent and professional way to showcase your identity.
Overclocking & Tuning
System tuning adjustments for optimal performance. Includes power profile balancing and performance-oriented configuration based on your usage.
Thermal Enhancements
Improve cooling efficiency with optional thermal pasting, premium thermal pads, or copper heatsink enhancements — ensuring cooler temperatures and quieter operation.
Extended Warranty Options
Protect your investment with extended warranties covering parts, labor, and additional service options for long-term peace of mind.
Stunning Display & Immersive Audio
Designed for vivid clarity and immersive sound, this system delivers a premium visual and audio experience for gaming, streaming, and creative work. Each laptop undergoes visual and audio quality checks by XOTIC PC technicians before shipping.
Vivid, Color-Accurate Visuals
Enjoy sharp detail and rich color depth whether you're gaming, editing, or streaming. XOTIC PC performs panel inspections, brightness consistency checks, and dead-pixel validation to ensure your display meets high quality standards before it leaves our facility.
Clear, Immersive Audio
Experience clean dialogue, balanced mids, and strong audio clarity for gaming, music, and communication. Each system undergoes speaker channel testing and microphone clarity checks to ensure reliable everyday performance.
Reimagine Productivity with AI, the new Prestige 16 AI Evo takes premium mobile performance, brilliant display, slim body and high battery efficiency to the next stage. It delivers exceptional performance whether you are creating, planning or traveling — this is the best AI business laptop that allows you to work on the go.
Reliable and Beautiful
Slim and durable, the Prestige 16 AI Evo is crafted with a magnesium-aluminum chassis. Using Thixomolding with ATT (Advanced Thixomolding Technology), optimizes the mold injection process to achieve a seamless metal body: redefining strength, durability, and quality with the Prestige Series.3.31lbs Ultra-Light | 0.75in Ultra-Thin
New Experience. Power by AI.
The Prestige 16 AI Evo has the latest Intel® Evo™ Edition certification and comes powered by up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 185H, making intensive computation seem easy and efficient. The latest Integrated NPU also powers more workloads; it is the best choice to accelerate AI programs for long-sustained, power moderate, intensive applications. Extend your productivity with the most powerful and reliable performance on the go.*Specs may vary by model.
Wireless Reimagined
The latest Wi-Fi 7 network speed packs more data into each transmission,making it significantly faster. Its potential maximum data rate of nearly 5.8 Gbps, which is 2.4x faster than the 2.4 Gbps speeds with Wi-Fi 6/6E, making it easy to stream high-quality video, or downloading large files in less time than the best legacy Wi-Fi technology, accomplish your tasks at breathtaking speeds.*Based on theoretical maximum performance. May vary by wireless configuration.
Now Even Smarter
MSI Laptops now accelerate work and play even faster and more efficiently than ever before. They come standard with exclusive MSI Intelligent Technology that is capable of providing whole new Intelligent features, taking automatic tuning to a whole new level.*MSI AI Engine will be provided through an early 2024 update. The interface and functionality may differ due to version change.
MSI AI Engine
MSI AI Engine is able to detect user scenarios and automatically adjust hardware settings to achieve the best performance. With simple AI tuned modes and resources, you can focus on the important things like creating, work and entertainment. Thanks to AI Noise Cancellation Pro and Spatial Array Microphone(3-Mics) setup, you still can enjoy crystal clear sound even in a noisy environment.
Dynamic Colors. Brighter Idea.
Visualize your creatives through a vibrant OLED panel. Producing the pure blacks and brightest whites, its high contrast colors brings both video and image to life. The 16:10 aspect ratio gives you the power for a more spacious workspace and a comfortable visual experience especially during long term use.*Optional. Specification may vary by model.
All Day, Everyday.
Don’t worry about forgot taking your adapter to the next available wall outlet, packing a whopping 99.9 Whr battery capacity that adapts to the way you work and keeps you going for longer.
Enterprise-Grade Security
Hardware-based security
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) technology provides hardware-based, security-related functions.
Modern Experience
Sign-in using Windows Hello by facial recognition or using your fingerprints for an easy and secure experience.
Strengthen Protection
Disable the laptop's camera through Webcam Lock Switch, providing users with a private and safe experience.
Safer to Work in Any Environment
Subtle visual cues to let you know when someone behind you is looking at your screen. Provide high level of privacy with Tobii Aware.
Connect All Your Needs
No matter what you need the Prestige 16 AI Evo offers 3 sided ports including: USB Type-A, USB Type-C, SD Card Reader, HDMI™ and Thunderbolt™ 4. Always keeping you connected and productive, enjoy a ultra thin and light carry with zero compromise.*Support 45W(20V@2.25A) and up to 100W(20V@5A) at System running (S0 Power State) and Sleep mode (Modern Standby Low-Power Idle State), 27W(9V@3A) and up to 100W(20V@5A) at Hibernate (S4 Power State), Off (S5 Power State). The overall system performance may be affected in order to adapt the charging current. The charging rate will vary depending on the system and battery status. MSI PD Charger is recommended.
Safe and Secured
To provide the best in class laptops for all kinds of professionals, MSI laptops go through tremendous rigorous tests. Tailored for professional minds and exploratory spirit, MSI laptops support you as you pursue your passions.
A Double Victory!
Thank you for your trust and support, MSI have received"Best Laptop Brand of 2023" and "Readers' Choice" Award from PC Mag this year.
We will continue our efforts in bringing the best experience of our brand to you.
- Intel® Evo™ Edition powered by up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 185H
- Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro
(MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) - Intel® Arc Graphics
- 16" QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 16:10, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), 400nits(Typical), IPS-Level panel
- Ultra-light 3.31lbs, Ultra-slim 0.75in
- Finger print-proof with Magnesium-Aluminum Alloy Chassis
- Support USB PD 3.0 (Power Delivery) Charging
- Exclusive MSI AI Engine ability to sense the user scenarios and adjust to the best performance mode
Technical Specifications.
Warranty & Support
Every ASUS laptop purchased from XOTIC PC includes full manufacturer warranty coverage plus dedicated U.S.-based support from our team. Optional extended protection plans are also available for additional peace of mind.
ASUS Manufacturer Warranty
All ASUS laptops include the standard manufacturer warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Coverage and duration vary by model, but typically include:
- 1-Year ASUS Limited Warranty
- Depot repair or replacement services
- Technical support via ASUS
XOTIC PC U.S. Support
Our team provides personalized assistance for troubleshooting, upgrades, configuration help, and technical questions — even after your system has left our facility.
- Dedicated U.S.-based support
- Guidance on upgrades & optimization
- Assistance with ASUS warranty processes
Extended Protection Plans
Extend your coverage with optional XOTIC PC protection plans. Options vary by model and may include:
- 1- to 3-year extended parts & labor plans
- Accidental damage protection
- Priority repair handling
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a laptop take to ship from XOTIC PC?
Every system undergoes XOTIC PC quality checks, optimization, and performance validation before shipping.
Is my laptop ready to use out of the box?
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What warranty comes with my laptop?
XOTIC PC provides U.S.-based support, and optional extended protection plans are available for additional coverage.
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Why Choose XOTIC PC for Your Laptop?
When you purchase your laptop through XOTIC PC, you’re getting more than a device — you’re getting expert optimization, custom upgrade options, enhanced thermal performance, and dedicated U.S.-based support from technicians who care about your long-term experience.
Expert Technician Optimization
Every laptop is inspected, tuned, updated, and tested by our U.S. technicians. BIOS settings, drivers, thermals, and performance parameters are validated before shipping.
Custom Upgrades & Enhancements
Unlock deeper customization with options like UV printing, vinyl wraps, custom painting, laser etching, RAM & storage upgrades, repasting, thermal pad upgrades, and copper heatsinks.
Performance & Thermal Validation
We run stability checks, thermal tests, CPU/GPU behavior analysis, and real-world performance validation — ensuring your laptop performs reliably from day one.
Real Humans. Real Support.
Get fast, friendly assistance from our in-house support team in Lincoln, Nebraska. No outsourcing — just knowledgeable experts who actually know your system.
Trade In & Upgrade Easily
Trade in your current PC or laptop and put its value toward your new system. A simple, cost-effective upgrade path without starting from scratch.
Suggested Add-Ons
Enhance your system with recommended upgrades and accessories selected to improve performance, protection, and everyday usability.
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