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18-inch Core Black gaming laptop with Mini LED display

MSI

MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG-082US gaming laptop

SKU CH-QSCK-0F92R MPN Raider A18 HX A9WIG-082US

An 18-inch gaming laptop with an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe NVMe Gen5 SSD for 3D rendering, AI workloads and heavy multitasking

  • Screen size18 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9000 Series
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz
  • Storage drive2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen5 × 4
  • Display resolution3840 × 2400
  • RTX 5080 laptop GPU with 16 GB video memory powers 4K ray-traced gaming
  • AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor delivers Zen 5 performance with 3D V-Cache for high frame rates
  • 18-inch 3840 x 2400 Mini LED display at 120 Hz shows sharp detail in fast motion
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and 2 TB PCIe NVMe Gen5x4 SSD handle heavy multitasking and large project files
  • Wi-Fi 7 and two Thunderbolt 4 ports provide low-latency wireless and high-speed wired connectivity

Cosmic-Level Gaming Powerhouse

The MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG-082US is an 18-inch gaming laptop built for 3D rendering, AI workloads, creative production, heavy multitasking, programming and high-end gaming. It runs Windows 11 Pro on an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor with 32GB DDR5 5600MHz memory and a 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen5x4. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB video memory drives the 120 Hz Mini LED panel at 3840 x 2400.

Installing Memory and Storage

The chassis measures 15.91" x 12.09" x 1.26" and weighs 7.94 lbs, so internal access requires removing the bottom panel on a large, heavy device. Take care not to strip the small screws or damage the dense cooling assembly when upgrading the DDR5 slots or the Gen5x4 NVMe drive. Reassembly demands precise alignment of the thermal pads to avoid hotspots on the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and RTX 5080.

Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 7 Limits

Two Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports and one HDMI 2.1 output handle external displays and high-speed peripherals, while MTK Wi-Fi 7 manages wireless traffic. Thunderbolt 4 caps at 40 Gbps, so the Gen5x4 SSD will hit that ceiling on external enclosures. Wi-Fi 7 throughput depends on router support and spectrum congestion; the 260W overboost power profile also requires the supplied adapter, limiting portable use away from mains power.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $2,803.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 18 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
Model nameRaider A18 HX A9WIG-082US
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended use3D/CAD Rendering / AI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming
Year of release2025
Product colorCore Black
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
Processor modelAMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
CPU cores16-core Processor
L3 cache size128 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Memory configuration32 GB x 2
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots2
Maximum supported memory96 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen5 × 4
SSD storage2 TB
Storage configuration2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen5 × 4
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size18 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution3840 × 2400
Refresh frequency120 Hz
Panel typeMini LED
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display18 in (45.7 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
SoundSound by Dynaudio
Speakers4 × 2 W Speakers
2 × 2 W Woofer
Web cameraIR FHD w/ Shutter
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
NetworkingMTK Wi-Fi 7
LAN connection2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11be Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.4
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (2.5 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Power
Power adapter400-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4 cell (99.9Whr) Li-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions15.91 in × 12.09 in × 1.26 in
Product weight7.94 lb (3.6 kg)
Shipping weight7.05 kg
Package size546 × 406 × 108 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries Per-Key RGB w/ Anti-Ghost Key (99 Key)
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 18-inch 3840 x 2400 Mini LED panel at 120 Hz fit on my desk and in a standard laptop bag?

The chassis measures 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches and weighs 7.94 lbs, so it needs a deep desk surface and an 18-inch-class backpack or sleeve.

Can the two Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports drive two external 4K monitors while the HDMI 2.1 port runs a third?

Yes, each Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 port supports a 4K display and the HDMI 2.1 port adds a third, giving three external screens total.

Is the 32 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory soldered or can I upgrade it later?

The 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz configuration uses SO-DIMM slots, so you can expand up to the platform maximum if needed.

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