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

MSI

MSI Vector A18 gaming laptop 18" QHD+ 240Hz Ryzen 9 9955HX RTX 5080 32GB 512GB

SKU CH-E9DF-T8MBG

An 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5 and a 512GB PCIe SSD

  • ColorGray
  • CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
  • Processor Name2.50 GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.4 GHz
  • Screen Size18.0"
  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz display delivers sharp motion clarity
  • AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 16-core CPU handles heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 powers high-fidelity graphics
  • 32GB DDR5 memory supports demanding workloads
  • 512GB PCIe SSD provides fast storage access

18-inch QHD+ 240Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Vector A18 is an 18-inch gaming laptop built around a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX processor and an RTX 5080 GPU with 16GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 512GB PCIe SSD. The 2560 x 1600 panel runs at 240Hz and covers 100% DCI-P3 for colour-accurate visuals. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Connectivity limits of USB4 and HDMI 2.1

Two USB4 ports support DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1 for high-speed peripherals and external displays. Three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports add legacy device support. HDMI 2.1 outputs 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz to compatible monitors. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 handle wireless traffic, while an RJ45 jack provides wired Ethernet. An SD card reader is not included.

Installation notes for memory and storage upgrades

The chassis measures 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches and weighs 7.94 pounds, so internal access requires removing multiple screws and careful prying of the bottom cover. The 32GB DDR5 configuration may already occupy both SO-DIMM slots, limiting further RAM expansion without module replacement. The single 512GB PCIe SSD leaves room for an additional drive if a second M.2 slot is present, but slot count is not confirmed in the supplied data. Professional installation is recommended to avoid damaging ribbon cables or thermal pads.

Highlights

  • 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz display delivers sharp motion clarity
  • AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 16-core CPU handles heavy multitasking
  • NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 powers high-fidelity graphics
  • 32GB DDR5 memory supports demanding workloads
  • 512GB PCIe SSD provides fast storage access

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
SSD512GB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory32GB
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

How do I choose between the 32 GB DDR5 memory and 512 GB PCIe SSD configuration and other possible versions?

This unit ships with 32 GB DDR5 and a 512 GB PCIe SSD; no alternative memory or storage capacities are listed for this model.

What does the 240 Hz figure mean when I am actually gaming on the 18 inch QHD+ panel?

The 18 inch 2560 x 1600 IPS-level display refreshes at 240 Hz and covers 100% DCI-P3, so fast motion stays sharp and colours stay vivid in games.

What does the USB 4 label on the ports tell me about the maximum video and data throughput I can expect?

Two USB 4 ports support DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.1, while HDMI 2.1 can drive 8K at 60 Hz or 4K at 120 Hz for external monitors.

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