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Black 16-inch gaming laptop with matte finish and RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector 16 gaming laptop 16" WUXGA 144Hz Ultra 7 255HX RTX 5070 Ti 12GB 16GB 1TB

SKU CH-5RDK-EAHTS

A 16-inch WUXGA 144Hz gaming laptop with a 20-core Intel Ultra 7 255HX processor, RTX 5070 Ti 12GB graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 20-core Ultra 7 255HX hits 5.2 GHz for responsive compute
  • 16-inch WUXGA IPS 144Hz panel delivers smooth visuals
  • RTX 5070 Ti 12GB powers high-fidelity graphics
  • Thunderbolt 5 and HDMI 2.1 enable versatile connectivity
  • 24-zone RGB keyboard plus Nahimic 3 audio enhance immersion

16-inch WUXGA 144Hz Display

The 16.0 inch panel shows 1920 x 1200 resolution at 144 Hz on an IPS non-touch screen. This size and refresh rate suit fast-paced gaming and colour-critical work. Buyers who need a touchscreen or a higher pixel density should look at other models.

20-core Ultra 7 255HX with RTX 5070 Ti

The processor combines eight performance cores and twelve efficient cores reaching 5.2 GHz turbo. Paired with the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GPU it handles modern titles and creative workloads. Users who require more video memory or a desktop-class CPU should consider a different platform.

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports join two USB-A 3.2 ports, HDMI 2.1, RJ45 Ethernet and an SD Express card reader. This selection covers high-speed storage, external displays and wired networking. Anyone needing more than two Thunderbolt connections will need a dock or another laptop.

How it compares

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

Price $2,026.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,382 items is $1,978.99.
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Video RAM 12 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 4,061 comparable items (median 8 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameVector 16
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 1)
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU cores20-core (8P+12E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatWUXGA
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
Video RAM12 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How do I upgrade the 16GB DDR5 memory and 1TB PCIe SSD, and which screw size trips people up?

Remove the bottom panel using a Phillips #00 driver; the four perimeter screws are longer than the centre ones — mixing them strips the standoffs. Re-seat the single SO-DIMM slot and M.2 2280 drive, then refit screws in their original holes.

What maintenance will the 24-zone RGB keyboard and cooling vents need after months of use?

Blow compressed air through the side and rear vents monthly; lift keycaps quarterly to clear dust from the per-key LEDs. No liquid cleaners on the keyboard — use a slightly damp microfibre cloth only.

At what point does the 144Hz IPS panel hit its thermal throttle limit during long sessions?

Sustained GPU loads push the chassis past 45 °C surface temperature, triggering fan curve ramp and slight clock scaling on the RTX 5070 Ti 12GB. Elevating the rear 1.12 inches improves airflow and delays throttling.

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