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Gray 16-inch gaming laptop with thin-bezel IPS display and RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI 16" QHD+ 240Hz RTX 5070 Ti Ultra 7 255HX 64GB 2TB Gray

SKU CH-6X3S-YM7AR

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz IPS display driven by RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 and Core Ultra 7 255HX with 64GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX reaches 5.2 GHz for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB GDDR7 drives high-fidelity graphics
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz and 2 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe handle large datasets
  • 16-inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS panel at 240 Hz covers 100 % DCI-P3
  • Thunderbolt 5, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 connect peripherals fast

Performance profile

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI is a 16-inch Windows 11 Home laptop built around an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 20-core processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU with 12GB GDDR7 memory. It targets STEM professionals and developers who need reliable multi-threaded throughput for compilation, simulation and data-analysis workloads. A 240 Hz QHD+ IPS panel covering 100% DCI-P3 provides colour-accurate visuals for both engineering review and gaming.

Fit and alternatives

Buyers who prioritise raw CPU core count, high-refresh colour-critical display output and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity will find the specification well aligned. Users seeking a lighter chassis, longer unplugged runtime or a lower-acquisition-cost machine should evaluate thinner ultraportables or mid-range gaming models instead. The 99-key per-key RGB keyboard and FHD webcam support creative streaming setups.

Capacity and headroom

64GB DDR5 5600MHz RAM and a 2TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD give ample headroom for large datasets, virtual machines and modern game libraries. The 330W adapter feeds the 90Whr battery, sustaining heavy GPU compute sessions before thermal limits throttle clocks. Storage expansion is possible via the second M.2 slot, while Thunderbolt 5 enables external GPU or NVMe arrays for workflows that eventually exceed internal bandwidth.

How it compares

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Price $2,177.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Refresh frequency 144 Hz
Lower than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product colorGray
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2)
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 7 255HX
CPU cores20-core (8P+12E) Processor
L3 cache size30 MB
Memory
Memory size64 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency144 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD+
Bezel styleThin
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
Video RAM12 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
Speakers2 × 2 W
Web camera1080p FHD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
LAN connection2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.3
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (2.5 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Thunderbolt 3 supportYes
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 5
Video outputs2 x Thunderbolts
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Additional ports1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Power
Power adapter330-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready
Pointing deviceYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 64 GB of DDR5 memory and 2 TB PCIe SSD be sufficient for large data-science workloads without needing an upgrade?

The laptop ships with 64 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz RAM and a 2 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD, providing ample capacity for most data-science tasks out of the box.

Can I connect two external 4 K monitors at high refresh rates using the available ports?

Yes, the HDMI 2.1 port supports 4 K at 120 Hz and each Thunderbolt 5 port can drive a 4 K display, allowing dual-monitor 4 K setups.

Is the 330 W power adapter required for full GPU performance or can I use a lighter USB-C charger when travelling?

The 330 W adapter is needed for maximum RTX 5070 Ti performance; Thunderbolt 5 ports support Power Delivery but at lower wattage, so heavy loads will throttle on a smaller charger.

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