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MSI - Vector 16 HX 16" 144Hz FHD+ Gaming Laptop-Intel Core i9-13980HX with 16GB Memory-RTX 4080-1TB SSD - Cosmo Gray

Model: VECTOR16HX13478
SKU: 6575346

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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (Full HD+) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Processor Model: Intel 13th Generation Core i9 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: MSI
    • Model Number: VECTOR16HX13478
    • Product Name: Vector 16 HX 16" 144Hz FHD+ Gaming Laptop-Intel Core i9-13980HX with 16GB Memory-RTX 4080-1TB SSD
    • Color: Cosmo Gray
    • Year of Release: 2024
  • Display
    • Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (Full HD+) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel 13th Generation Core i9 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: 13980HX
    • Neural Processing Unit (NPU): true (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
    • Solid State Drive Interface: NVMe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • System Memory RAM Speed: 5600 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
    • Number Of Memory Slots: 2
    • Number of Memory Sticks Included: 2
    • System Memory RAM Expandable To: 64 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: NVIDIA
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s): DLSS 3 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing (Imaging technology designed to improve graphics rendering.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
  • Connectivity
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
    • USB Ports: 2 x USB-C 3.2, 2 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
    • Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
  • Power
    • Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 330 watts
    • Battery Cells: 4-cell
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
    • Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
    • Built-In Microphone: true
  • Features
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 1.12 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 14.05 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 11.18 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 5.95 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Included
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 824142352236

Indulged in performance with the Vector 16 HX A13VHG-478US, gives users the tools to freely innovate as they choose to. The Vector 16 HX stands as the ultimate choice for STEM enthusiasts, tailored to optimize their endeavors.

  • Windows 11 Home: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
  • 16" FHD+ display: MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.
  • INTEL CORE i9-13980HX PROCESSOR: The 13th Gen. Intel Core i9 processor is here. With improved hybrid core architecture, up to 8 Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores, for better multitasking works and running demanding games.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics: Backed by 12 GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • 16 GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB solid-state drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e NVMe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
  • Windows 11 Home: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
  • 16" FHD+ display: MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.
  • INTEL CORE i9-13980HX PROCESSOR: The 13th Gen. Intel Core i9 processor is here. With improved hybrid core architecture, up to 8 Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores, for better multitasking works and running demanding games.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics: Backed by 12 GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • 16 GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB solid-state drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e NVMe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
Whats Included
  • Vector 16 HX 16" 144Hz FHD+ Gaming Laptop-Intel Core i9-13980HX with 16GB Memory-RTX 4080-1TB SSD
  • Vector 16 HX 16" 144Hz FHD+ Gaming Laptop-Intel Core i9-13980HX with 16GB Memory-RTX 4080-1TB SSD

Q: Does it come with a Manufacturer Warranty?

A: Yes, the Vector 16HX comes standard with a one-year manufactures warranty.

Q: Is this the correct model number on Best Buy's site? VECTOR16HX13478 is supposedly the 2560x1600 one with 16 GB of RAM and Windows 11 Home. If so, on the current sale right now (Nov 2024) this is a really good price.

A: Please see the specifications of the product on the link provided. https://storage-asset.msi.com/excelSku/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20A13VHG-478US.pdf

Q: How does this model differ from the 2023 MSI GP68 HX 13V?

A: Please see the specifications of the product on the link provided. https://storage-asset.msi.com/excelSku/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20A13VHG-478US.pdf