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Cosmo Gray 16 inch gaming laptop with thin bezels

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US gaming laptop

SKU CH-GR7R-86732 MPN Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US

16-inch QHD+ 240 Hz display driven by a Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 for AI, creative and gaming workloads

  • Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen 4 × 4
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores handles heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers AI workloads
  • 16 inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 display at 240 Hz gives smooth visuals
  • 1 TB PCIe NVMe Gen 4x4 SSD stores large projects fast
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 connect multiple 4K displays

Built for STEM and heavy creative loads

The Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US targets engineers, developers and artists who need desktop-class compute in a portable chassis. An Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and an integrated NPU drives simulations, compilation and AI-assisted workflows. A GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 adds ray-traced rendering and machine-learning acceleration. The 16-inch QHD+ panel at 240 Hz delivers sharp motion for both code review and gameplay.

Connectivity that replaces a dock

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports carry video, data and power on a single cable, letting you drive external displays and fast storage without a separate hub. An HDMI 2.1 output adds a second high-refresh screen for multitasking. Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports keep legacy peripherals working. Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 handles wireless traffic on the 6 GHz band, freeing the wired ports for stationary gear.

Windows 11 Home with Copilot+ integration

The OS ships with Copilot+ PC features that surface AI assistance directly in the taskbar, reducing context switches during coding or content creation. NVIDIA Studio drivers arrive pre-tuned for the RTX 5080, stabilising render pipelines in creative apps. MSI Center software centralises fan curves, performance profiles and per-application GPU scheduling so the hardware adapts to each workload without manual intervention.

How it compares

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

Price $2,033.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,382 items is $1,978.99.
Screen size 16 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 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
Product lineVector
Model nameVector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useAI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming
Year of release2025
Product colorCosmo Gray
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Total memory slots2
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen 4 × 4
SSD storage1 TB
Storage configuration1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen 4 × 4
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16 in (40.6 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatQHD+
Bezel styleThin
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
SpeakersSpeakers 2 × 2 W
Web cameraIR FHD w/ Shutter
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
NetworkingIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(2 × 2 ax)
LAN connection2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-FiIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(2 × 2 ax)
Bluetooth support5.3
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (2.5 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 5
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerSD7.0
Power
Power adapter330-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4 cell (90Whr) Li-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.05 in × 11.18 in × 1.12 in
Product weight5.95 lb (2.7 kg)
Shipping weight4.45 kg
Package size559 × 356 × 89 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB w/ Anti-Ghost Key (99 Key)
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

Does the 16 GB of memory support future upgrades for heavier workloads?

The laptop ships with 16 GB of memory; verify the specific SO-DIMM slots and maximum supported capacity in the service manual before purchasing additional modules.

Will the Thunderbolt 5 ports drive two external 4K displays at 240 Hz each?

Each Thunderbolt 5 port provides up to 80 Gbps bandwidth, enough for dual 4K high-refresh panels, though the final refresh rate also depends on the monitor and cable used.

What cooling headroom exists for sustained AI training with the RTX 5080 and Core Ultra 9 275HX?

The 24-core processor and 16 GB GDDR7 GPU share a vapour-chamber design; expect thermal throttling only under prolonged maximum load in a warm room.

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