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Black 18-inch gaming laptop with QHD+ display and RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI gaming laptop 18" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 16GB 1TB

SKU CH-289G-6BQX0

An 18" QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop powered by a 24-core Intel Ultra 9 275HX up to 5.4GHz with RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Processor Name2.70GHz
  • Number of Cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.4 GHz
  • Screen Size18.0"
  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX up to 5.4 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240 Hz panel for fluid high-res gaming
  • RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 for modern graphics performance
  • 16 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD for fast load times
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 for versatile connectivity

Product identity

The MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI is an 18.0 inch QHD+ gaming laptop with a 240Hz panel. It runs on an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor reaching 5.4 GHz turbo and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory. 16GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe SSD complete the core specification.

Best fit and alternatives

This machine suits buyers who need a large high-refresh display and strong multi-thread performance for gaming or content work. The 24-core CPU and RTX 5070 handle modern titles at 2560 x 1600. Users wanting a smaller chassis, longer unplugged runtime or a higher GPU tier should look at other models.

Deciding specification

The 18.0 inch 240Hz QHD+ panel is the feature that determines whether this laptop matches the workflow. It delivers 2560 x 1600 resolution at high refresh without external monitors. HDMI 2.1 and two Thunderbolt ports allow additional screens when desk space permits.

Highlights

  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX up to 5.4 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240 Hz panel for fluid high-res gaming
  • RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 for modern graphics performance
  • 16 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD for fast load times
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 for versatile connectivity

Specifications

SeriesRaider
ModelCrosshair 18
ColorBlack
CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
Processor Name2.70GHz
Number of Cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo Frequency5.4 GHz
Screen Size18.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeQHD+
Resolution2560 x 1600
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
SSD1TB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory16GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLANYes
BluetoothYes
USB2
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
TouchpadYes
KeyboardYes
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamYes
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
Package ContentLaptop, Charger
Weight6 - 6.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

Will the 18 inch QHD+ 240Hz panel fit in a standard 17 inch laptop backpack?

The chassis measures 15.9 x 11.02 x 1.17 inches and weighs 6.83 pounds, so most 17 inch bags will be too small; look for an 18 inch or larger compartment.

Does the single 16GB DDR5 module leave room for a future memory upgrade?

Yes, the system ships with 16GB DDR5 and the platform supports additional modules for higher capacity.

Can the Thunderbolt 5 ports drive two external 4K monitors at 60Hz each?

Each Thunderbolt 5 port carries DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth, so two 4K 60Hz displays are supported simultaneously.

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