MSI Unveils Portal X: A Lightweight Browser Tool for Controlling MSI Hardware Lighting

Portal X emerges as a viable alternative to the widely used Mystic Light software, although it lacks the extensive versatility offered by its predecessor.

MSI Unveils Portal X for Streamlined Lighting Control on Motherboards, Graphics Cards, and RAM

For those who find the wait for the MSI Mystic Light application to launch tedious, MSI has introduced Portal X, a lightweight, web-based tool designed for swift access to your MSI hardware’s lighting effects. Announced in a blog post, this new utility simplifies the process of adjusting lighting modes, so long as the components are MSI products.

MSI Portal X interface displaying RGB lighting control features with download option.

While Portal X does not match the extensive functionality of MSI Mystic Light, which supports a wider range of third-party devices, it offers a straightforward solution for those seeking simpler lighting adjustments. With Portal X, users can quickly modify RGB lighting settings on the following MSI hardware:

MSI Motherboards
MSI Graphics Cards
Memory Modules

MSI RGB Center interface showcasing MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI lighting controls. — Image Credit: MSI

Reportedly, Portal X is compatible with a broad range of memory modules, allowing users to synchronize lighting across multiple components effortlessly. MSI has highlighted notable distinctions between Portal X and Mystic Light: the former does not require regular updates. Users simply need to download and install it once; thereafter, it will open in a web browser. The tool is supported on both Edge and Chrome browsers, presenting an interface where users can effortlessly adjust RGB lighting modes.

Table comparing features and targeted user groups of Portal X and Mystic Light. — Portal X vs Mystic Light

However, it’s essential to note that consistent internet access is a prerequisite for utilizing Portal X. If users have connected their fans and AIO coolers to the motherboard’s ARGB headers, they can also manage the RGB lighting of those components through the tool. Nevertheless, current capabilities do not extend to fan speed adjustments or AIO cooler display management. MSI may consider implementing these features in future updates based on user demand.

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