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Cosmo Gray gaming laptop with 16 inch display

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG gaming laptop 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 16 GB DDR5 1

SKU CH-M13Z-FMNBR

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz display drives Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7 plus 16 GB DDR5 and 1 TB NVMe

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

Memory 16GB

SSD 1 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and 5.5 GHz turbo handles heavy workloads
  • RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 delivers high frame rates in modern titles
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz display at 2560 x 1600 gives smooth, detailed visuals
  • 1 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • Gelid GC Extreme on CPU and GPU lowers temperatures to reduce throttling

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around a 240Hz QHD+ display. It targets enthusiasts who want high refresh rates at 2560 x 1600 resolution in a portable chassis. The system ships with Windows 11 Home and a Cosmo Gray finish.

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with RTX 5080

The 24-core processor runs at 2.1 GHz base with a 5.5 GHz max turbo and 36 MB L3 cache. Paired with the RTX 5080 laptop GPU and 16 GB GDDR7 video memory, it handles modern titles at high settings. The 16 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel kit and 1 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD provide solid headroom for gaming and multitasking; memory capacity may limit heavy content-creation workloads.

Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface upgrade

HIDevolution applies Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound to the CPU and GPU during assembly. This aftermarket TIM lowers peak temperatures and reduces throttling risk during sustained loads compared with stock paste. The upgrade is covered under the builder’s warranty and does not alter the laptop’s external dimensions or weight.

How it compares

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Price $2,102.99
Pricier than about 56% 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-HID1
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 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

Will the 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz display and RTX 5080 work with my older 60Hz external monitor?

Yes, the laptop outputs to external displays through its video ports; the internal panel runs at 240 Hz while the external monitor will operate at its native 60 Hz without conflict.

How can I verify the Ultra 9-275HX is hitting its 5.5 GHz turbo and the RTX 5080 is using its 16 GB GDDR7?

Open Task Manager or MSI Center to watch the CPU clock reach 5.5 GHz under load, and check GPU-Z or the NVIDIA control panel to confirm 16 GB GDDR7 is detected.

Does the box include the 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and 16 GB DDR5 5600 RAM, or must I buy them separately?

Both the 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and 16 GB DDR5 5600 memory (2 x 8 GB) are factory-installed; nothing extra is required for storage or system RAM.

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