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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 64GB 1TB

SKU CH-AM16-77HC5

A 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop powered by a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and an RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7, plus 64GB DDR5 and a 1TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and 5.5 GHz turbo drives heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7 powers high-fidelity gaming and creative tasks
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz display at 2560 x 1600 delivers smooth, detailed visuals
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600MHz dual-channel memory handles multitasking and large datasets
  • 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz Gaming Laptop

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around a 2560 x 1600 display running at 240 Hz. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU carrying 16 GB of GDDR7 video memory. The system ships with 64 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory in dual-channel configuration and a 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed.

Check Power and Cooling Expectations

The chassis measures 14.05 x 11.18 x 1.12 inches and weighs 5.95 lbs, so confirm your bag or workspace accommodates that footprint. The CPU reaches a maximum turbo frequency of 5.5 GHz with 36 MB of L3 cache, and the builder applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface material on both CPU and GPU to manage thermals under sustained load. Verify that your typical workloads and ambient temperatures align with a high-performance mobile platform of this class.

Build Integration and Expansion

The laptop includes a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe boot drive and 64 GB of installed DDR5 memory, leaving no immediate need for storage or RAM upgrades. A full quality-control pass installs the latest stable BIOS and drivers, runs burn-in stress tests, and validates keyboard, touchpad, ports, and display before shipment. The Cosmo Gray chassis houses LAN and WLAN connectivity for wired and wireless networking.

How it compares

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Price $3,019.99
Pricier than about 80% 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-HID11
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 size64 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 32 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

Does the box include the 64 GB DDR5 memory and 1 TB NVMe SSD or must they be purchased separately?

The laptop ships with 64 GB (2 × 32 GB) DDR5 5600 MHz and a 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD already installed; no separate purchase is required.

Which specification defines the graphics performance tier of this configuration?

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 video memory sets the graphics performance tier for this model.

How does the 240 Hz QHD+ panel affect gaming smoothness in practice?

The 16-inch 2560 × 1600 display refreshes at 240 Hz, so fast motion stays sharp and input lag stays low during competitive play.

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