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Gray 18 inch gaming laptop with QHD+ display and backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Vector A18 gaming laptop 18" QHD+ 240Hz Ryzen 9 9955HX RTX 5080 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-ETQ5-M4DCF

An 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7, plus 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorGray
  • CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
  • Processor Name2.50 GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.4 GHz
  • Screen Size18.0"
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX reaches 5.4 GHz for heavy compute workloads
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate 1440p gaming
  • 64GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD handle large assets without swapping
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus USB4 ports keep peripherals connected

18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Vector A18 pairs an 18.0-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS-level panel at 240Hz with a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX running up to 5.4 GHz. An RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 and 64GB DDR5 memory drive the graphics pipeline. A 2TB PCIe SSD stores the operating system and games. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence ship pre-installed.

Suited for high-refresh competitive play

The 100% DCI-P3 coverage and 240Hz refresh rate serve esports titles and content creation alike. Buyers who need a lighter chassis or longer unplugged runtime should evaluate alternatives. The 7.94-pound weight and 1.26-inch profile limit frequent travel. No fingerprint reader is fitted.

USB 4 and HDMI 2.1 expand external workflows

Two USB 4 ports with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 join three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1 supporting 4K at 120Hz, RJ45, combo audio jack and SD card reader. MTK Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 handle wireless connectivity. The bundled Office 2024 licence removes a separate subscription step for productivity tasks.

Highlights

  • 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX reaches 5.4 GHz for heavy compute workloads
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate 1440p gaming
  • 64GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD handle large assets without swapping
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus USB4 ports keep peripherals connected

Specifications

SeriesRaider
ModelVector A18
ColorGray
CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
Processor Name2.50 GHz
Number of Cores16-core Processor
Turbo Frequency5.4 GHz
Screen Size18.0"
TouchscreenNo
Display TypeQHD+
Resolution2560 x 1600
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video Memory16GB
SSD2TB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory64GB
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
Weight7 - 7.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

What power adapter wattage is required for the Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 to run at full speed?

The laptop ships with a power adapter matched to the 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7; use only the supplied unit or an MSI-approved replacement of the same rating.

Will my existing USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A peripherals work with the three Type-A ports on this Vector A18?

Yes, the three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports are backward compatible with earlier USB Type-A devices at up to their native speeds.

How can I verify the 240 Hz panel and 100 % DCI-P3 coverage are active after setup?

Open Windows Display Settings, choose the internal 2560 x 1600 screen, and confirm the refresh-rate dropdown shows 240 Hz; then run the MSI Center True Color utility and select the DCI-P3 profile to validate wide-gamut output.

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