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Cosmo Gray gaming laptop, 16 inch QHD+ 240Hz display, slim bezels

MSI

MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5080 32GB 4TB

SKU CH-Q3C3-4AMGH

A 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop driven by a 24-core Core Ultra 9 275HX at 2.1 GHz up to 5.5 GHz, RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7, 32 GB DDR5 5600 and a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

  • ColorCosmo Gray
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • Screen16" QHD+ 240Hz
  • Memory32GB
  • Storage4 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

CPU Name Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

GPU|Memory|SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU|32GB|4 TB

  • QHD+ 240 Hz display delivers smooth visuals at 2560 x 1600 resolution
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers demanding games and creative apps
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory handles multitasking with ease
  • 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times

Product identity

The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG is a 16 inch gaming laptop powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor and an NVIDIA RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with 32 GB DDR5 RAM and a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The 240 Hz QHD+ display targets competitive players and creators who need high refresh rates and colour accuracy in a portable chassis.

Who it suits

This configuration suits users who want a ready-to-run workstation for 3D rendering, simulation or high-frame-rate gaming without assembling components themselves. The factory-applied Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound aims to sustain boost clocks during extended loads. Buyers who prefer a lighter ultrabook, longer unplugged runtime or a lower-resolution screen for battery savings should consider alternatives.

Deciding specification

The 16 GB GDDR7 video memory on the RTX 5080 determines whether the laptop fits your workload. It sets the ceiling for texture-heavy scenes, large language models and multi-monitor setups. If your projects regularly exceed that buffer, a desktop-class card with more VRAM becomes necessary; otherwise this mobile GPU delivers the performance tier the rest of the system supports.

Highlights

  • QHD+ 240 Hz display delivers smooth visuals at 2560 x 1600 resolution
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5080 GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 powers demanding games and creative apps
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory handles multitasking with ease
  • 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI Vector 16 HX AI
ModelMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Part NumberMS-VECTOR16HXA2050-HID8P
ColorCosmo Gray
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
Screen16" QHD+ 240Hz
Memory32GB
Storage4 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
SSD4TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec2 x 2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Memory Speed5600MHz (Speeds subject to system capability)
Memory Spec2 x 16 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

What chassis dimensions and weight should I plan for so the Vector 16 HX AI fits my bag or desk mount?

The laptop measures 14.05 inches wide, 11.18 inches deep and 1.12 inches high, weighing 5.95 lbs.

How is the Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound applied during the HIDevolution build, and what step is often missed?

The compound is pre-applied between the CPU, GPU and heatsink during assembly; the step users miss is skipping the burn-in stress test that verifies the paste has spread evenly.

Which storage and memory modules can I replace later, and what specifications must they match?

Two M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe slots hold the 4 TB (2 x 2 TB) drives, and two DDR5 5600 MHz SO-DIMM slots hold the 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) kits.

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