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Gray 16-inch gaming laptop with thin-bezel IPS display and RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX RTX 5070 Ti 16" 240Hz QHD+ 16GB 1TB Gray gaming

SKU CH-DSGC-5RB50

16-inch 240 Hz QHD+ IPS gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 20-core processor, RTX 5070 Ti 12 GB GDDR7 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and 1 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

Memory 16GB

SSD 1 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 20-core processor handles heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 graphics powers demanding games
  • 16-inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS display at 240Hz refresh rate
  • 16GB DDR5 5600MHz RAM with 1TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe storage
  • Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity

Built for STEM workloads

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI pairs an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 20-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 GPU. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 5600MHz memory and a 1TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD provide fast throughput for compilation, simulation and data-analysis tasks. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Steps up from mid-range mobile workstations

The 20-core CPU reaches 5.2 GHz max turbo while the RTX 5070 Ti adds 12GB GDDR7 video memory for GPU-accelerated pipelines. A 16-inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS-level panel at 240Hz covers 100% DCI-P3. Thunderbolt 5 ports with DP and PD 1.4 plus HDMI 2.1 (8K@60 / 4K@120) expand external-display options.

Suits engineers, developers and researchers

The 330W adapter and 90Whr battery support sustained compute loads. Four-zone RGB keyboard with anti-ghost keys and a 99-key layout aids late-night coding. Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless peripherals. Buyers needing a lighter chassis or longer unplugged runtime should evaluate ultraportable alternatives.

How it compares

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

Price $1,614.99
Cheaper than about 68% 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 144 Hz
Lower than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product colorGray
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2)
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 7 255HX
CPU cores20-core (8P+12E) Processor
L3 cache size30 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency144 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD+
Bezel styleThin
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
Video RAM12 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
Speakers2 × 2 W
Web camera1080p FHD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
LAN connection2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.3
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (2.5 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Thunderbolt 3 supportYes
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 5
Video outputs2 x Thunderbolts
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Additional ports1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Power
Power adapter330-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready
Pointing deviceYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

What are the exact chassis dimensions and weight of the MSI Vector 16 HX AI?

The laptop measures 14.05 inches by 11.18 inches by 1.12 inches and weighs 5.95 lbs, so verify your bag or sleeve fits those measurements.

How do I perform a clean Windows 11 Pro installation and which driver step is commonly missed?

Boot from a Windows 11 Pro USB, select the 1 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD, then install the Intel chipset driver before the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti GPU driver to avoid a yellow-bang device in Device Manager.

Which user-replaceable components will need attention after heavy use?

The 90 Whr 4-cell battery is the primary wear item; the 16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz RAM and 1 TB SSD are socketed for future upgrades if capacity becomes limiting.

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