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An 18-inch Core Black laptop with RGB backlit keyboard and large trackpad

MSI

MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-420US008 Core Black laptop Intel Ultra 9 285HX 64 GB 2 TB RTX 5080 18" 2560x1600 240Hz

SKU CH-PZQX-HX2FA

An 18-inch 2560x1600 240Hz laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, 64 GB DDR5, 2 TB SSD and RTX 5080 graphics for desktop-class gaming and AI workloads

  • Screen size18 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorCore i9
  • Graphics processorNvidia
  • SSD storageSSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600 pixels
  • Processor model285HX

Model 64GB · 2TB · W11Pro

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX powers heavy workloads with 64 GB DDR5
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 graphics drive 8K editing and high-FPS gaming
  • 18-inch 2560x1600 240 Hz IPS display removes motion blur
  • MSI Overboost Ultra pushes max CPU and GPU power simultaneously
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1

18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-420US008 pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. It ships with 64 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe SSD. An 18-inch IPS panel runs at 2560x1600 resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed in a Core Black chassis.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

Creators editing 8K video or rendering complex 3D scenes get desktop-class throughput from the combined CPU and GPU power envelope. Competitive players benefit from the high-refresh 16:10 display and low-latency Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. Buyers who need a lightweight ultraportable for all-day battery use should consider a different form factor.

The specification that decides fit

The 18-inch 2560x1600 240 Hz IPS display dictates whether this panel meets your visual workflow. Its size, resolution and refresh rate are fixed; there is no option to swap to a higher-resolution or OLED screen later. Verify that the 16:10 aspect ratio and pixel density match your content-creation or gaming requirements before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $3,241.99
Pricier than about 92% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 18 in (45.7 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
CPU cores 1
Lower than about 99% of the 8,169 comparable items (median 8).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameA2XWIG-420US008
Part numberA2XWIG-420US008
Product colorCore Black
Processor
ProcessorCore i9
Processor model285HX
CPU cores1
Memory
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
SSD storageSSD
Hard drive2 TB
Display
Screen size18 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600 pixels
Display formatIPS
Graphics
Graphics processorNvidia
Graphics typeDedicated
Audio & video
Web cameraFront
Size & build
Product weight7.94 lb (3.6 kg)
Software
Operating systemW11 Pro

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Questions about this item

Does the laptop come with the Traix mousepad shown in the product title?

The supplier title lists a Traix mousepad alongside the Core Black laptop, so it is included in the box.

How does the 64 GB DDR5 configuration suit heavy multitasking and content creation?

The 64 GB DDR5 memory is the maximum supported capacity, giving ample headroom for 8K video editing, complex 3D rendering and running multiple virtual machines without swapping.

What does the 240 Hz refresh rate on the 18 inch 2560x1600 panel deliver in fast-paced games?

The 240 Hz refresh rate on the 18 inch 2560x1600 IPS display eliminates motion blur and screen tearing, providing buttery-smooth visuals for competitive esports titles.

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