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MSI Raider A18 HX laptop in Core Black finish

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MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG 18" UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED Ryzen 9 9955HX3D RTX 5080 128GB 2TB gaming

SKU CH-VCB0-2Q3Z3

18-inch UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED laptop with Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16-core processor, RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics, 128GB DDR5 memory and 2TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9000 Series
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size128 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution3840 × 2400
  • 18-inch UHD+ Mini LED display at 120 Hz for vivid detail
  • Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16-core processor with 128 MB cache and 5.4 GHz boost
  • RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 memory for high-end graphics
  • 128 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory in dual-channel configuration
  • 2 TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD for rapid boot and load times

18-inch UHD+ 120Hz Mini LED gaming laptop

The MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG pairs an 18-inch UHD+ Mini LED panel at 120Hz with an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB GDDR7 video memory. It ships with Windows 11 Pro in a Core Black chassis weighing 7.94 lbs.

AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16-core 5.4 GHz max turbo

The CPU delivers 16 cores (8P+8E) and 32 threads with 128MB L3 cache, reaching a maximum turbo frequency of 5.4 GHz. This configuration targets workloads that benefit from high core counts and large cache such as compilation, rendering and heavy multitasking.

Gelid GC Extreme TIM and 128GB DDR5 5600

HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface material on the CPU and GPU to lower temperatures and reduce throttling during sustained loads. The system includes 128GB (2x64GB) DDR5 5600MHz dual-channel memory and a 2TB M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe SSD for fast boot and load times.

How it compares

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Price $4,260.99
Pricier than about 90% 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 A18 HX
Model nameRaider A18 HX A9WIG-082US
Part numberRAIDERA18HX082
Product colorCore Black
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
Processor modelAMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
CPU cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.4 GHz
L3 cache size128 MB
Memory
Memory size128 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 64 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB M.2 PCIe 5.0 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 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU
Audio & video
Web cameraIR FHD w/shutter
Connectivity
NetworkingLAN and WLAN
LAN connectionGB LAN (Up to 2.5G)
Wi-FiMTK Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth supportBT 5.4
Ports & slots
USB ports3x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt ports2x USB 4/DP&PD 3.1 (Thunderbolt 4 Compatible)
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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries per-Key RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

Questions about this item

How does the 5.4 GHz max turbo frequency behave once the laptop is under sustained load?

The 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX3D can reach 5.4 GHz on turbo, and the Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound helps maintain higher clocks longer by lowering CPU and GPU temperatures during intensive tasks.

What does the PCIe 5.0 x4 interface mean for the 2 TB SSD in daily use?

The M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe drive delivers the fastest available boot and load times for the operating system and applications installed on the 2 TB volume.

Will the 15.91 by 12.09 by 1.26 inch chassis fit in a standard 18-inch laptop sleeve?

The chassis measures 15.91 inches wide, 12.09 inches deep and 1.26 inches thick, so compare those exact dimensions with the sleeve's internal clearance before buying.

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