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Midnight Black 18 inch gaming laptop with slim Magnesium Aluminum alloy chassis

MSI

MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-028US gaming laptop

SKU CH-CWJZ-RQRZ9 MPN Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-028US

An 18-inch 2560 x 1600 240 Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB video memory, 32GB DDR5 5600 memory and a 2TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB DDR5
  • Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD Gen4 × 4
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores drives high-speed multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB video memory powers demanding games
  • 0" QHD+ 240 Hz display delivers smooth, detailed visuals
  • 32GB DDR5 5600 memory and 2TB NVMe Gen4x4 SSD provide fast, ample storage
  • Magnesium-aluminium chassis at 0.94" thin and 6.39 lbs keeps it portable

18-inch QHD+ 240 Hz display

The MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-028US is an 18-inch gaming laptop with a 2560 x 1600 screen running at 240 Hz. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. The system includes 32GB of DDR5 5600 memory and a 2TB NVMe Gen4x4 SSD. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Suited for high-refresh gaming and AI workloads

The 24-core CPU and 16GB GPU suit creators and gamers who need desktop-class speed in a 0.94-inch chassis. The Killer E3100G LAN and HDMI 2.1 output support competitive play and external displays. Buyers who prioritise battery life or a lighter carry weight should consider smaller alternatives.

RTX 5080 with 16GB video memory

The single specification that decides fit is the GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB of video memory. It determines whether the laptop can handle the target resolution and ray-tracing workloads. If the workload demands more VRAM or a different GPU tier, this model is not the right part.

How it compares

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

Price $2,277.99
Pricier than about 63% 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 240 Hz
Higher than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameStealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-028US
Part numberStealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-028US
Product colorMidnight Black
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming / Home / Personal / Mainstream
Recommended useConsumer / Gaming / Home / Personal / Mainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Processor L2 cache40 MB
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB DDR5
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory96 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD Gen4 × 4
SSD storage2 TB NVMe
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display18 in (45.7 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatQHD+
Color gamut coverage100% DCI-P3
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
Speakers2 × 2 W Speaker, 4 × 2 W Woofer
Web cameraIR FHD w/shutter
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
NetworkingKiller E3100G
LAN connectionKiller E3100G
Wi-FiKiller WiFi 7 BE1750
Bluetooth support5.4
Wired network1 x RJ-45
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 4
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerSD7.0
Power
Power adapter280-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4 cell (99.9Whr) Li-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions15.74 in × 11.41 in × 0.94 in
Product weight6.39 lb (2.9 kg)
Shipping weight3.83 kg
Package size457 × 356 × 103 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries per-Key RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 32GB DDR5 5600 configuration or look for a larger memory option?

This model ships with 32GB DDR5 5600 soldered on board; no larger factory configuration is offered for this SKU.

What does the 240 Hz figure mean when I am actually gaming on the 18 inch QHD+ panel?

The 18.0 inch 2560 x 1600 screen refreshes at 240 Hz, so motion stays sharp in fast titles without needing an external monitor.

Which display standard does the HDMI 2.1 port support and what resolution does it cap at?

The single HDMI 2.1 output drives up to 4K at high refresh rates for external displays or TVs.

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