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Cosmo Gray gaming laptop, 16 inch QHD+ 240Hz display, slim bezels

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 32GB 4TB

SKU CH-Q3C3-4AMGH

A 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop driven by a 24-core Core Ultra 9 275HX at 2.1 GHz up to 5.5 GHz, RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7, 32 GB DDR5 5600 and a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive4 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

Memory 32GB

SSD 4 TB

  • QHD+ 240 Hz display delivers smooth visuals at 2560 x 1600 resolution
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers demanding games and creative apps
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory handles multitasking with ease
  • 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times

Product identity

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG is a 16 inch gaming laptop powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor and an NVIDIA RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with 32 GB DDR5 RAM and a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The 240 Hz QHD+ display targets competitive players and creators who need high refresh rates and colour accuracy in a portable chassis.

Who it suits

This configuration suits users who want a ready-to-run workstation for 3D rendering, simulation or high-frame-rate gaming without assembling components themselves. The factory-applied Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound aims to sustain boost clocks during extended loads. Buyers who prefer a lighter ultrabook, longer unplugged runtime or a lower-resolution screen for battery savings should consider alternatives.

Deciding specification

The 16 GB GDDR7 video memory on the RTX 5080 determines whether the laptop fits your workload. It sets the ceiling for texture-heavy scenes, large language models and multi-monitor setups. If your projects regularly exceed that buffer, a desktop-class card with more VRAM becomes necessary; otherwise this mobile GPU delivers the performance tier the rest of the system supports.

How it compares

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

Price $2,921.99
Pricier than about 79% 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-HID8P
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 size32 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 16 GB
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive4 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage4 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 × 2 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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

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Questions about this item

What chassis dimensions and weight should I plan for so the Vector 16 HX AI fits my bag or desk mount?

The laptop measures 14.05 inches wide, 11.18 inches deep and 1.12 inches high, weighing 5.95 lbs.

How is the Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound applied during the HIDevolution build, and what step is often missed?

The compound is pre-applied between the CPU, GPU and heatsink during assembly; the step users miss is skipping the burn-in stress test that verifies the paste has spread evenly.

Which storage and memory modules can I replace later, and what specifications must they match?

Two M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe slots hold the 4 TB (2 x 2 TB) drives, and two DDR5 5600 MHz SO-DIMM slots hold the 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) kits.

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