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Black 16-inch gaming laptop with thin-bezel IPS display and per-key RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector A16 16" QHD+ 240Hz Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5070 Ti 32GB 2TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-A4WQ-A6QKE

16-inch 240 Hz QHD+ IPS panel driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB GDDR7, 32 GB DDR5 and a 2 TB NVMe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • AI FeaturesCopilot+ PC
  • CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
  • Processor NameAMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
  • Number of Cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
  • CPU L3 Cache64 MB
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX reaches 5.3 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB GDDR7 drives modern titles at high settings
  • 16" QHD+ IPS at 240 Hz and 400 nits covers 100 % DCI-P3
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz plus 2 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD for fast loads
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 with two Thunderbolt 5 ports and HDMI 2.1 for versatile connectivity

16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX laptop

The MSI Vector A16 pairs a 16-core AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU that carries 12GB of GDDR7 video memory. A 16.0-inch IPS panel delivers a 2560 x 1600 QHD+ resolution at a 240 Hz refresh rate and 400 nits brightness. The system ships with 32GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD running Windows 11 Pro.

Sustained load on 90Wh battery and 330W adapter

Under continuous load the 16-core CPU can reach 5.3 GHz while the 90Wh battery and 330-watt AC adapter feed the platform. The Cooler Boost 5 thermal design manages heat from the 64 MB L3 cache and the RTX 5070 Ti during extended sessions. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 maintain stable wireless throughput when the system is pushed for long periods.

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports and user-serviceable slots

Installation of extra storage uses the second M.2 slot accessible after removing the base screws; the two USB-C ports support Thunderbolt 5 at 40 Gbps for external drives. The 24-zone RGB keyboard with 99 anti-ghost keys and a 1080p IR webcam with privacy shutter are integrated. Common issues include tight screw tolerances on the bottom cover and the need to reinstall drivers after a BIOS update.

Highlights

  • 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX reaches 5.3 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB GDDR7 drives modern titles at high settings
  • 16" QHD+ IPS at 240 Hz and 400 nits covers 100 % DCI-P3
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz plus 2 TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD for fast loads
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 with two Thunderbolt 5 ports and HDMI 2.1 for versatile connectivity

Specifications

BrandMSI
ColorBlack
AI FeaturesCopilot+ PC
CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
Processor NameAMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
Number of Cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
CPU L3 Cache64 MB
Screen Size16.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeQHD+
Resolution2560 x 1600
PanelIPS
Refresh Rate240 Hz
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
Video Memory12GB
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD2 TB
HDDNo
Memory32GB
Memory SpeedDDR5 5600
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11ax Wireless LAN
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
USB2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Thunderbolt2 x Thunderbolt 5
Video Port1 x HDMI
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1
Ethernet1 x RJ-45
Other port1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Audio1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
SpeakerIntegrated Stereo Speakers
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
Webcam1080p FHD
StyleUltrabook
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger330-watt AC Adapter
BatteryLithium Ion
Weight5 - 5.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Ryzen 9 8940HX get during all-day workloads with the 330-watt adapter connected?

The 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX draws up to 330 watts through the supplied adapter, so sustained loads will push the cooling system hard; expect audible fan noise and warm keyboard surfaces during extended sessions.

Which peripherals must I already own to use the Thunderbolt 5 ports at their 40 Gbps rating?

You need Thunderbolt 5-certified cables and devices — docks, drives or eGPUs — that support the 40 Gbps USB4 link; legacy Thunderbolt 3 or 4 gear will fall back to lower speeds.

Can I keep my existing DDR5 5600 memory kit if I want to expand beyond the soldered 32 GB?

The laptop ships with 32 GB of DDR5 5600 and supports up to 64 GB total; any added module must match the 5600 MT/s spec to run at rated speed.

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