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Gray 18 inch gaming laptop with QHD+ display and backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector A18 gaming laptop 18" QHD+ 240Hz Ryzen 9 9955HX RTX 5080 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-ETQ5-M4DCF

An 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7, plus 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX reaches 5.4 GHz for heavy compute workloads
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate 1440p gaming
  • 64GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD handle large assets without swapping
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus USB4 ports keep peripherals connected

18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Vector A18 pairs an 18.0-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS-level panel at 240Hz with a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX running up to 5.4 GHz. An RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 and 64GB DDR5 memory drive the graphics pipeline. A 2TB PCIe SSD stores the operating system and games. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence ship pre-installed.

Suited for high-refresh competitive play

The 100% DCI-P3 coverage and 240Hz refresh rate serve esports titles and content creation alike. Buyers who need a lighter chassis or longer unplugged runtime should evaluate alternatives. The 7.94-pound weight and 1.26-inch profile limit frequent travel. No fingerprint reader is fitted.

USB 4 and HDMI 2.1 expand external workflows

Two USB 4 ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 join three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1 supporting 4K at 120Hz, RJ45, combo audio jack and SD card reader. MTK Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 handle wireless connectivity. The bundled Office 2024 licence removes a separate subscription step for productivity tasks.

How it compares

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

Price $3,002.99
Pricier than about 80% 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 size64 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

What power adapter wattage is required for the Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 to run at full speed?

The laptop ships with a power adapter matched to the 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7; use only the supplied unit or an MSI-approved replacement of the same rating.

Will my existing USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A peripherals work with the three Type-A ports on this Vector A18?

Yes, the three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports are backward compatible with earlier USB Type-A devices at up to their native speeds.

How can I verify the 240 Hz panel and 100 % DCI-P3 coverage are active after setup?

Open Windows Display Settings, choose the internal 2560 x 1600 screen, and confirm the refresh-rate dropdown shows 240 Hz; then run the MSI Center True Color utility and select the DCI-P3 profile to validate wide-gamut output.

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