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Black 16 inch gaming laptop with RGB keyboard and slim bezels

MSI

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

SKU CH-6238-H7K51

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop with Intel 24-core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD and RTX 5080 16GB graphics

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600

Model 32GB RAM 1TB SSD

  • QHD+ 240Hz IPS display renders motion sharply
  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX reaches 5.4GHz boost for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5080 16GB GPU delivers 1334 AI TOPS for advanced tasks
  • 32GB DDR5 plus 1TB SSD handles large projects without lag
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports and Wi-Fi 7 enable fast peripheral and network links

Vector 16 HX AI gaming laptop

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and a dedicated GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU with 16GB of video memory. It targets gamers and creators who need high frame rates at QHD+ resolution and local AI acceleration up to 1334 TOPS. The system ships with Windows 11 Home pre-installed. Buyers who want a thin ultraportable or a workstation with certified ISV drivers should look elsewhere.

240Hz QHD+ IPS display

The 16-inch IPS panel runs at 2560 x 1600 resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate, making it the single specification that determines whether the laptop matches a high-refresh competitive workflow. It delivers smooth motion for fast-paced titles and enough pixel density for detailed content creation. Users who require OLED contrast, a taller aspect ratio, or a touchscreen will not find those features here.

Thunderbolt 5 and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports, two USB-A 3.2 ports, HDMI 2.1, RJ45 Ethernet and an SD Express card reader give the chassis broad peripheral and external-display support without dongles. Wi-Fi 7 and a 90Wh battery extend untethered work sessions, while the 24-zone RGB keyboard, Nahimic 3 audio and FHD IR camera with HDR noise reduction complete the bundled experience. Buyers needing legacy Thunderbolt 3 docks or a built-in smart card reader will need adapters.

How it compares

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Price $2,094.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Higher than about 80% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI Vector 16 HX AI
Product colorBlack
Product typeGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
Processor model2.7 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home

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Questions about this item

How does the 24-core Ultra 9 275HX processor perform inside this laptop?

The 24-core Intel Ultra 9 275HX runs at a 2.7GHz base clock and can boost to 5.4GHz with 36MB smart cache, giving 24 threads for heavy multitasking and gaming workloads.

What does Thunderbolt 5 on this machine actually allow?

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports provide high-speed data, video and charging through a single cable each, supporting external GPUs, fast storage and multiple 4K displays.

Will the 16-inch chassis fit my backpack and desk space?

The laptop measures 11.1 by 14.05 by 1.12 inches and weighs 5.96 pounds, so it needs a 16-inch-class bag and a stable desk surface.

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