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MSI Vector 16 HX AI laptop in Cosmo Gray finish

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 16 GB 16 TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-AZ4G-A0H2N

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

Memory 16GB

SSD 16 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores up to 5.5 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics for high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz 2560 x 1600 display for smooth visuals
  • 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage across two 8 TB drives for vast capacity
  • Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound lowers CPU and GPU temperatures under load

Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz

This MSI gaming laptop targets enthusiasts who need desktop-class power in a portable chassis. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU for high-frame-rate play and heavy content creation. The 16-inch panel delivers a 2560 by 1600 resolution at a 240 Hz refresh rate. Windows 11 Home ships pre-installed.

PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe storage ceiling

The system uses two M.2 slots wired for PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe signalling, limiting sequential throughput to that interface generation. Combined capacity reaches 16 TB across the factory-fitted pair of 8 TB drives. No additional internal M.2 sockets are available for expansion beyond this configuration. External drives must handle any further storage growth.

24-core Ultra 9 275HX with 36 MB cache

The processor provides 24 cores split into eight performance and sixteen efficient cores, reaching a 5.5 GHz maximum turbo frequency. Its 36 MB L3 cache feeds the execution units during sustained workloads. This core count and cache size determine whether the laptop matches your multi-threaded rendering or compile targets.

How it compares

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Price $5,069.99
Pricier than about 91% 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 240 Hz
Higher than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI Vector 16 HX AI
Model nameMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Part numberMS-VECTOR16HXA2050-HID5
Product colorCosmo Gray
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.5 GHz
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 8 GB
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage16 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 × 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Touch inputNo
Display16 in QHD+ 240 Hz
Display formatQHD+
Screen featuresWide View Angle Thin Bezel
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-FiIntel WiFi 6E AX211
Bluetooth supportBluetooth® 5.4
Ports & slots
USB ports2x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2
Thunderbolt ports2x Thunderbolt™ 5 w/DP &PD1.4
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack
Memory card readerSD7.0
Power
Power adapter330 W
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)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

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Questions about this item

Will the 16 GB of DDR5 memory handle modern games and heavy multitasking without an immediate upgrade?

The laptop ships with 16 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory in a dual-channel 2 x 8 GB configuration. This capacity is sufficient for current titles and typical multitasking, but memory-intensive workloads such as video editing or running virtual machines may benefit from an upgrade if the chassis provides accessible slots.

Does the 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage arrive as a single drive or multiple drives, and is there room to add more later?

The 16 TB total is configured as two 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs. Both M.2 slots are occupied in this build, so any future expansion would require replacing one of the existing drives rather than adding a third.

How does the Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound affect real-world temperatures and fan noise during extended gaming sessions?

The Gelid GC Extreme compound is applied to both the CPU and GPU during the build process. It lowers peak core temperatures under sustained load, which reduces the likelihood of thermal throttling and allows the cooling fans to run at lower speeds for a given workload, resulting in quieter operation during long gaming sessions.

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