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MSI Vector 16 HX AI laptop in Cosmo Gray finish

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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 16 GB 16 TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-AZ4G-A0H2N

16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage

  • ColorCosmo Gray
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
  • CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • Screen16" QHD+ 240Hz
  • Memory16GB
  • Storage16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

CPU Name Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX

Operating System Windows 11 Home

GPU|Memory|SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU|16GB|16 TB

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores up to 5.5 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics for high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz 2560 x 1600 display for smooth visuals
  • 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage across two 8 TB drives for vast capacity
  • Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound lowers CPU and GPU temperatures under load

Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz

This MSI gaming laptop targets enthusiasts who need desktop-class power in a portable chassis. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU for high-frame-rate play and heavy content creation. The 16-inch panel delivers a 2560 by 1600 resolution at a 240 Hz refresh rate. Windows 11 Home ships pre-installed.

PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe storage ceiling

The system uses two M.2 slots wired for PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe signalling, limiting sequential throughput to that interface generation. Combined capacity reaches 16 TB across the factory-fitted pair of 8 TB drives. No additional internal M.2 sockets are available for expansion beyond this configuration. External drives must handle any further storage growth.

24-core Ultra 9 275HX with 36 MB cache

The processor provides 24 cores split into eight performance and sixteen efficient cores, reaching a 5.5 GHz maximum turbo frequency. Its 36 MB L3 cache feeds the execution units during sustained workloads. This core count and cache size determine whether the laptop matches your multi-threaded rendering or compile targets.

Highlights

  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores up to 5.5 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 graphics for high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" QHD+ 240Hz 2560 x 1600 display for smooth visuals
  • 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage across two 8 TB drives for vast capacity
  • Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound lowers CPU and GPU temperatures under load

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI Vector 16 HX AI
ModelMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Part NumberMS-VECTOR16HXA2050-HID5
ColorCosmo Gray
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
Screen16" QHD+ 240Hz
Memory16GB
Storage16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Graphics CardNVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU
Video Memory16GB
CommunicationLAN and WLAN
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
Turbo FrequencyMax Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz
CPU L3 Cache36 MB
Screen Size16.0"
TouchscreenNo
Display TypeQHD+
Resolution2560 x 1600
Refresh Rate240Hz
Display FeaturesWide View Angle Thin Bezel
GPU/VPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
SSD16TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec2 x 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Memory Speed5600MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory Spec2 x 8 GB
Max Memory Supported128GB
LANGb LAN (Up to 2.5G)
WLANIntel WiFi 6E AX211
BluetoothBluetooth® 5.4
USB2x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2
Thunderbolt2x Thunderbolt™ 5 w/DP &PD1.4
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio Ports1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack
TouchpadMulti Touch
KeyboardSteelSeries 24 zone RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)
WebcamIR FHD w/shutter
Card ReaderSD7.0
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger330W
Battery4 cell (90Whr) Li-Ion

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Questions about this item

Will the 16 GB of DDR5 memory handle modern games and heavy multitasking without an immediate upgrade?

The laptop ships with 16 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory in a dual-channel 2 x 8 GB configuration. This capacity is sufficient for current titles and typical multitasking, but memory-intensive workloads such as video editing or running virtual machines may benefit from an upgrade if the chassis provides accessible slots.

Does the 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage arrive as a single drive or multiple drives, and is there room to add more later?

The 16 TB total is configured as two 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs. Both M.2 slots are occupied in this build, so any future expansion would require replacing one of the existing drives rather than adding a third.

How does the Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound affect real-world temperatures and fan noise during extended gaming sessions?

The Gelid GC Extreme compound is applied to both the CPU and GPU during the build process. It lowers peak core temperatures under sustained load, which reduces the likelihood of thermal throttling and allows the cooling fans to run at lower speeds for a given workload, resulting in quieter operation during long gaming sessions.

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