MSI (Micro-Star International) hardware

MSI Brand Overview

Micro-Star International, widely known as MSI, is a premier global brand in gaming, content creation, and business computing. Founded in 1986, the company initially focused on the design and manufacture of motherboards and add-on cards. Over the decades, it has expanded its portfolio to include laptops, desktop PCs, monitors, graphics cards, and peripheral equipment, establishing itself as a leader in the high-performance hardware market.

Manufacturing and Ownership

While MSI is a Taiwanese company with its headquarters and core R&D based in New Taipei City, its manufacturing operations are concentrated in both Taiwan and Mainland China. The brand is owned by Micro-Star International Co., Ltd., which is a publicly-traded entity on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. Unlike many hardware brands that outsource production, MSI maintains significant control over its manufacturing process through its own factory facilities, ensuring quality control for its gamer-centric and professional-grade product lines.