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MSI Raider 18 HX AI laptop in Core Black finish

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MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWJG 18" UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED gaming laptop

SKU CH-X81C-MVQEW

An 18 inch UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 24-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics with 24 GB GDDR7, 64 GB DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen4 SSD
  • Display resolution3840 × 2400
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 24-core CPU reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5090 laptop GPU with 24 GB GDDR7 drives 4K gaming and AI tasks
  • 18-inch UHD+ Mini LED panel at 120 Hz delivers sharp 3840 x 2400 visuals
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory handles large datasets and multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times for games and apps

Raider 18 HX AI A2XWJG

The MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWJG is an 18 inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor and an NVIDIA RTX 5090 laptop GPU. It targets users who need desktop-class compute and graphics in a single portable chassis. The system ships with Windows 11 Home and a Core Black finish.

64 GB DDR5 and 2 TB NVMe headroom

Memory comes as 64 GB of DDR5 5600 in a dual-channel 2 x 32 GB layout, giving ample space for large datasets and heavy multitasking. Storage is a 2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD for fast boot and load times. The GPU provides 24 GB of GDDR7 video memory for high-resolution textures and GPU compute workloads.

Gelid GC Extreme thermal upgrade

HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface material on the CPU and GPU to lower temperatures and reduce throttling during sustained loads. The 18 inch UHD+ Mini LED panel runs at 3840 x 2400 resolution with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The chassis measures 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches and weighs 7.94 lbs.

How it compares

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Price $4,167.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Refresh frequency 120 Hz
Lower than about 90% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineRaider 18 HX AI
Model nameRaider 18 HX AI A2XWJG-841US
Part numberMS-RAIDER18HXA2841-HID7
Product colorCore Black
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9-285HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 285HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.5 GHz
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size64 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 32 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen4 SSD
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution3840 × 2400
Refresh frequency120 Hz
Panel typeUHD+
Touch inputNo
Display18 in UHD+ 120 Hz
Display formatUHD+
Color gamut coverage100% DCI-P3
Screen featuresMini LED HDR
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
Video RAM24 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU
Audio & video
Web cameraIR FHD w/shutter
Connectivity
NetworkingLAN and WLAN
LAN connectionGB LAN (Up to 2.5G)
Wi-FiKiller WiFi 7 BE1750
Bluetooth supportBT 5.4
Ports & slots
USB ports3x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 3 support2x Thunderbolt™ 5 w DP/PD3.1
HDMI ports1x HDMI™ v2.1
Audio jacks1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack
Memory card readerFull size SD UHS-III
Power
Power adapter400 W
Battery pack4 cell (99.9Whr) Li-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions15.91 inx 12.09 inx 1.26 in
Product weight7.94 lb (3.6 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries per-Key RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

Questions about this item

Will the 18" UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED panel work with my existing 4K 60Hz external monitor over the laptop's video outputs?

The laptop drives its 3840 x 2400 120Hz Mini LED display and can simultaneously output to an external 4K 60Hz monitor through its available video ports.

How can I verify the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX and RTX 5090 are running at their rated speeds after setup?

Open Task Manager or HWMonitor to confirm the CPU reaches 5.5 GHz max turbo and the GPU shows 24 GB GDDR7 memory under load.

What ships in the box and what must I buy separately for the Raider 18 HX AI A2XWJG-841US?

The box includes the laptop, power adapter, regional power cord and quick-start guide; external peripherals and extra storage are not included.

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