MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWIG Core Ultra 9 200HX RTX 5080 16GB Graphics 18" UHD+ MiniLED 120Hz Gaming Laptop
The MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWIG is a flagship-grade gaming laptop built for users who demand extreme performance, stunning visuals, and next-generation AI capabilities. It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor, featuring Intel AI Boost (NPU), with a hybrid architecture of 24 cores and 24 threads, reaching turbo frequencies up to 5.5GHz. The performance cores can boost up to 5.5GHz, while efficiency cores operate up to 4.6GHz, delivering smooth multitasking and powerful computing for intensive workloads.
For graphics, the system is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU with 16GB GDDR7 memory. It supports boost speeds up to 2287MHz and delivers up to 175W maximum graphics power with Dynamic Boost, alongside 1334 AI TOPS to accelerate AI-enhanced gaming and creative tasks.
The laptop features a large 18-inch Mini-LED display with UHD+ resolution (3840×2400), offering crisp detail, vibrant color reproduction, HDR support, and a 120Hz refresh rate for fluid and immersive visuals.
In terms of memory and storage, it includes a high-performance dual SSD setup with a 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5x4 SSD and an additional 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD. It is paired with 64GB DDR5 RAM running at 6400MHz across two slots, ensuring exceptional speed, responsiveness, and upgrade flexibility.
The keyboard is a SteelSeries per-key RGB gaming keyboard with a dedicated Copilot key, complemented by a large precision touchpad for improved usability. Audio performance is enhanced with four 2W speakers and two 2W woofers, delivering richer and more immersive sound output. The IR-enabled Full HD webcam supports HDR and 3D Noise Reduction+, along with a physical shutter for added privacy.
Connectivity options are extensive, including two Thunderbolt 5 ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1, three USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1 supporting up to 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz, an SD Express card reader, and an RJ45 LAN port. Wireless connectivity is handled by Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth, alongside Killer 2.5G LAN for high-speed wired networking.
Security and system features include fTPM 2.0, secure-core PC support, and a Kensington lock slot. The device runs on Windows 11 Pro and is powered by a 99.99Wh 4-cell battery paired with a high-capacity 400W power adapter. Overall, the MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWIG is engineered for elite gamers, creators, and professionals who need uncompromising performance and cutting-edge technology in a desktop-class portable machine.
