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Cosmo Gray 16 inch gaming laptop with thin bezel display

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 32GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-TRS0-BX2FF

A 16 inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop with a 24 core Ultra 9 275HX processor, RTX 5080 graphics, 32 GB DDR5 memory and a 1 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 drive1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

Memory 32GB

SSD 1 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core CPU with 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics for high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz display at 2560 x 1600 for sharp motion clarity
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel memory for smooth multitasking
  • 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for fast boot and load times

Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG overview

This 16-inch gaming laptop pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. It targets enthusiasts who need desktop-class performance in a portable chassis. The system ships with Windows 11 Home and a Cosmo Gray finish. HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound to both CPU and GPU during assembly.

24-core Arrow Lake processor

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX delivers 24 cores and a maximum turbo frequency of 5.5 GHz with 36 MB L3 cache. This CPU architecture determines whether the laptop can sustain heavy multi-threaded workloads and high-frame-rate gaming. Base clock sits at 2.1 GHz across 8 performance and 16 efficient cores.

16-inch QHD+ 240 Hz display and DDR5 memory

The 2560 x 1600 panel runs at 240 Hz for smooth motion clarity in competitive titles. 32 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory operates in dual-channel mode. Storage uses a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. The RTX 5080 brings 16 GB of GDDR7 video memory. Dimensions are 14.05 x 11.18 x 1.12 inches at 5.95 lbs.

How it compares

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

Price $2,567.99
Pricier than about 72% 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-HID6
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 drive1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 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

What does the 5.5 GHz max turbo on the Ultra 9-275HX mean for actual workloads?

The 24-core processor can reach 5.5 GHz on demanding threads, so heavy compiles, renders or simulations finish faster while the 36 MB L3 cache keeps data close to the cores.

How does the PCIe 4.0 x4 link affect the 1 TB NVMe SSD in daily use?

The four-lane Gen 4 connection lets the drive hit sequential reads near 7 GB/s, cutting game level loads and large file transfers to a few seconds.

Will the 1.12-inch thick chassis fit in a standard 16-inch laptop sleeve?

At 14.05 by 11.18 by 1.12 inches and 5.95 lbs, it matches typical 16-inch sleeve dimensions, though a snug neoprene sleeve may need a little stretch.

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