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Cosmo Gray gaming laptop, sixteen inch thin bezel display, slim chassis

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 96GB 4TB

SKU CH-RE9N-S0X4G

A 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, NVIDIA RTX 5080 graphics with 16GB GDDR7, 96GB DDR5 memory and a 4TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size96 GB
  • Storage drive4 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

Memory 96GB

SSD 4 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX 24-core CPU reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming and creative tasks
  • 96 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory handles large datasets and multitasking
  • 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage (2 × 2 TB) loads games and projects fast
  • 16" QHD+ 240 Hz display (2560 × 1600) gives smooth motion and sharp detail

Core Ultra 9-275HX & RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG pairs a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX processor reaching 5.5 GHz with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU holding 16 GB GDDR7. A 16-inch QHD+ display runs at 240 Hz. The system ships with 96 GB DDR5 memory and a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD under Windows 11 Home.

HIDevolution Thermal Build

HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound to the CPU and GPU, lowering temperatures during heavy workloads. The laptop suits users who want a pre-tuned, stress-tested machine with upgraded cooling and dual 2 TB storage. Buyers preferring a stock configuration or a lighter chassis should consider other models.

96 GB DDR5 5600 MHz Memory

The platform includes 96 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz RAM installed as two 48 GB modules in dual-channel mode. This capacity decides if the laptop can handle large datasets, virtual machines or heavy multitasking without paging. If your workflow needs less memory, a smaller kit will cost less.

How it compares

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Price $3,971.99
Pricier than about 88% 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-HID18
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 size96 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory configuration2 × 48 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 Home
More details
Pointing deviceMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

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Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with RTX 5080 get during all-day loads?

HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound on both the CPU and GPU to lower system temperatures and prevent throttling during intensive tasks, backed by burn-in stress testing for temperature verification.

What must I already own to start using this laptop immediately?

The unit ships with Windows 11 Home pre-installed, 96 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory, and 4 TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage, so no additional components are required for basic operation.

Will my older USB-A peripherals and external monitors work with the Vector 16 HX AI?

The chassis includes legacy USB-A ports alongside modern video outputs, allowing direct connection of older mice, keyboards, and displays without adapters.

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