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Eighteen-inch Core Black laptop with RGB keyboard and large trackpad

MSI

MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-420US009 laptop Core i9 285HX RTX 5080 64 GB 4 TB 18" 2560x1600 240Hz Core Black

SKU CH-N03Y-YVYDK

An 18-inch 2560x1600 240Hz laptop with Core i9 285HX, RTX 5080, 64 GB DDR5 and 4 TB SSD

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

Model 64GB · 4TB · W11Pro

  • Unthrottled CPU and GPU power via MSI Overboost Ultra technology
  • Flagship Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with dedicated NPU for AI workloads
  • 18 inch 2560x1600 240Hz IPS display eliminates motion blur
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1
  • Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 and Bluetooth 5.4 for fast wireless connectivity

Desktop-class 18-inch gaming laptop

The MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-420US009 combines an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with an NVIDIA RTX 5080 GPU in a 7.94 lb chassis. It targets users who need workstation-grade compute and graphics performance in a portable form factor. Buyers seeking ultra-light mobility or silent office operation should look elsewhere.

Thunderbolt 5 and HDMI 2.1 connectivity limits

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports provide DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 on the right side alongside one USB 3.2 Gen 2 port. The left side adds two more USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and a full-size SD UHS-III card reader. A single HDMI 2.1 output on the rear drives external displays. Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 and Bluetooth 5.4 handle wireless links.

64 GB DDR5 and 4 TB SSD headroom

The system ships with 64 GB of DDR5 memory and a 4 TB SSD, leaving no user-accessible memory slots for expansion. The 18-inch 2560x1600 240Hz IPS panel delivers high refresh rates for competitive play. Storage-heavy workflows such as 8K video libraries will eventually require external drives.

How it compares

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

Price $3,243.99
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-420US009
Part numberA2XWIG-420US009
Product colorCore Black
Processor
ProcessorCore i9
Processor model285HX
CPU cores1
Memory
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
SSD storageSSD
Hard drive4 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

Should I choose the 4 TB model or is a larger capacity available?

This configuration ships with a 4 TB SSD and 64 GB of DDR5 memory.

What does the 240 Hz refresh rate mean for actual gameplay on the 18-inch panel?

The 18-inch 2560x1600 IPS screen refreshes at 240 Hz, so fast motion stays sharp without blur in competitive titles.

What can the Thunderbolt 5 ports actually drive in practice?

Each Thunderbolt 5 port supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 for external monitors, docks and charging.

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