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Cosmo Gray 16 inch gaming laptop with thin bezels

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US gaming laptop

SKU CH-GR7R-86732 MPN Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US

16-inch QHD+ 240 Hz display driven by a Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 for AI, creative and gaming workloads

  • StyleStandard
  • TypeGaming
  • UsageAI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitas
  • Release Year2025
  • ColorCosmo Gray
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Home

Model

  • R9 8940HX 5070TI 16G 1TB
  • ULTRA 7 255HX 5070TI 16G 512GB
  • ULTRA 9 275HX 5080 16G 1TB
  • ULTRA 7 255HX 5070TI 32G 1TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores handles heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers AI workloads
  • 16 inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 display at 240 Hz gives smooth visuals
  • 1 TB PCIe NVMe Gen 4x4 SSD stores large projects fast
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 connect multiple 4K displays

Built for STEM and heavy creative loads

The Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US targets engineers, developers and artists who need desktop-class compute in a portable chassis. An Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and an integrated NPU drives simulations, compilation and AI-assisted workflows. A GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 adds ray-traced rendering and machine-learning acceleration. The 16-inch QHD+ panel at 240 Hz delivers sharp motion for both code review and gameplay.

Connectivity that replaces a dock

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports carry video, data and power on a single cable, letting you drive external displays and fast storage without a separate hub. An HDMI 2.1 output adds a second high-refresh screen for multitasking. Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports keep legacy peripherals working. Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 handles wireless traffic on the 6 GHz band, freeing the wired ports for stationary gear.

Windows 11 Home with Copilot+ integration

The OS ships with Copilot+ PC features that surface AI assistance directly in the taskbar, reducing context switches during coding or content creation. NVIDIA Studio drivers arrive pre-tuned for the RTX 5080, stabilising render pipelines in creative apps. MSI Center software centralises fan curves, performance profiles and per-application GPU scheduling so the hardware adapts to each workload without manual intervention.

Highlights

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores handles heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers AI workloads
  • 16 inch QHD+ 2560 x 1600 display at 240 Hz gives smooth visuals
  • 1 TB PCIe NVMe Gen 4x4 SSD stores large projects fast
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 connect multiple 4K displays

Specifications

StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageAI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming
BrandMSI
SeriesVector
ModelVector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Release Year2025
ColorCosmo Gray
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Screen16"
Memory16GB
Storage1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen 4x4
Graphics CardNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video Memory16GB
CommunicationIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(2*2 ax)
AI FeaturesCopilot+ PC
Dimensions (W x D x H)14.05" x 11.18" x 1.12"
Weight5.95 lbs.
CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
Processor NameIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Number of Cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
CPU L3 Cache36 MB
Screen Size16"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Wide Screen SupportYes
Display TypeQHD+
Resolution2560 x 1600
PanelIPS
Bezel DesignThin
Refresh Rate240 Hz
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD1TB
Storage Spec1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD Gen 4x4
Memory SpeedDDR5 5600
Memory Slot (Total)2
Max Memory Supported64 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN2.5 Gbps
WLANIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(2*2 ax)
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
USB2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Thunderbolt2 x Thunderbolt 5
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (2.5Gbps)
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
AudioSound by Dynaudio
SpeakerSpeakers 2 x 2W
Virtual Reality ReadyYes
TouchpadMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB w/ Anti-Ghost Key (99 Key)
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamIR FHD w/ Shutter
Card ReaderSD7.0
AC Adapter/Charger330-watt AC Adapter
Battery4 cell (90Whr) Li-Ion
Shipping weight4.45 kg
Package size559 × 356 × 89 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the 16 GB of memory support future upgrades for heavier workloads?

The laptop ships with 16 GB of memory; verify the specific SO-DIMM slots and maximum supported capacity in the service manual before purchasing additional modules.

Will the Thunderbolt 5 ports drive two external 4K displays at 240 Hz each?

Each Thunderbolt 5 port provides up to 80 Gbps bandwidth, enough for dual 4K high-refresh panels, though the final refresh rate also depends on the monitor and cable used.

What cooling headroom exists for sustained AI training with the RTX 5080 and Core Ultra 9 275HX?

The 24-core processor and 16 GB GDDR7 GPU share a vapour-chamber design; expect thermal throttling only under prolonged maximum load in a warm room.

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