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Gray 18-inch gaming laptop closed on a flat surface, matte finish with subtle MSI branding

MSI

MSI Vector A18 gaming laptop 18" QHD+ 240Hz Ryzen 9 9955HX RTX 5080 32GB 2TB Gray

SKU CH-VX3Q-BX621

18 inch QHD+ 240Hz panel drives a Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 with 32GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX reaches 5.4 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 drives high-fidelity gaming visuals
  • 32GB DDR5 plus 2TB PCIe SSD keeps large projects instantly accessible
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus dual USB 4 ports enable fast peripheral connectivity

18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Vector A18 pairs an 18.0-inch IPS-level panel at 2560 x 1600 resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 coverage. An AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 16-core processor runs from 2.50 GHz up to 5.4 GHz with 64MB Smart Cache. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics with 16GB GDDR7 memory drive the display. The system ships with Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence.

USB4 and HDMI 2.1 expand desk connectivity

Two USB 4 ports support DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 for docks or external monitors. Three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports handle peripherals. HDMI 2.1 outputs 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz. RJ45, a combo audio jack and an SD card reader complete the physical interface. MTK Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 provide wireless links without extra dongles.

Replaces a desktop-class workstation for mobile

The 16-core CPU and RTX 5080 GPU combination handles render workloads that previously required a tower system. 32GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD remove the need for immediate storage upgrades. The jump is worth it when a single device must serve high-refresh gaming, colour-critical content work and multi-monitor setups on the move.

How it compares

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

Price $2,956.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Video RAM 16 GB
Higher than about 90% of the 4,061 comparable items (median 8 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameVector A18
Product colorGray
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
Processor model2.5 GHz
CPU cores16-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.4 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNo
Display formatQHD+
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight7–7.9 lb (3.18–3.58 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How long does the Ryzen 9 9955HX hold its 5.4 GHz turbo before the 18" chassis forces it down?

The 16-core CPU has a 5.4 GHz max turbo and a 2.5 GHz base; sustained clocks depend on the cooling solution built into the 1.26-inch thick body.

What are the fan noise and surface temperatures when the RTX 5080 and CPU run flat-out for hours?

The 16 GB GDDR7 GPU and 16-core processor share a vapor-chamber design; MSI rates the system for high airflow but does not publish dBA or skin-temperature figures.

Which external monitor cables and power brick must I already own to use the USB 4 and HDMI 2.1 ports at full spec?

The two USB 4 ports carry DP and PD 3.1; HDMI 2.1 drives 4K at 120 Hz or 8K at 60 Hz. A 240 W adapter ships with the unit.

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