MSI - 18" Gaming Laptop 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) - AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX with 64GB Memory - GeForce RTX 5080 - 2 TB SSD - Cosmo Gray, Gray
MSI - 18" Gaming Laptop 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) - AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX with 64GB Memory - GeForce RTX 5080 - 2 TB SSD - Cosmo Gray, Gray
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- Key Specs
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (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: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 9000 Series (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.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.5 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 64 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 5080 (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): 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: MSI
- Model Number: VECTORA18HX076
- Product Name: 18" Gaming Laptop 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) - AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX with 64GB Memory - GeForce RTX 5080 - 2 TB SSD
- Color: Cosmo Gray, Gray
- Year of Release: 2025
- Display
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (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: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Synchronization Technology: Not Applicable (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Color Gamut (Standard RGB): 100 percent
- Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 9000 Series (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: 9955HX
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.5 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 32 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 2000 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).)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 64 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 SDRAM (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.)
- 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 5080 (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.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro (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.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- USB Ports: 3 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- 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 Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Network Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
- Power
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1 13/50 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: 15 9/10 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: 12 1/10 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: 7.94 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (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 limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 824142408285
Engineered to meet the demands of STEM professionals, the Vector A18 HX delivers cutting-edge performance with uncompromising stability. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU, it functions as a high-tech engine, seamlessly processing complex data with speed and precision. Whether you're developing software, analyzing data, or running simulations, the Vector A18 HX provides the performance and reliability engineers need to tackle any challenge confidently.
- Microsoft Windows 11 Pro: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro gives you a user-friendly interface with useful features like the taskbar turning into the dock, the glass-like desktop, your favorite old widgets, and conveniently accessible snap layouts and groups that align side by side.
- AI at Your Fingertips: The Copilot Key: Embrace the future with the Copilot Key on Windows 11 laptops. Instantly tap into AI support to streamline your workflow, making every task quicker and simpler. Elevate your productivity with this groundbreaking feature!
- 18" In-plane Switching (IPS) Technology QHD+ 240Hz 2560 x 1600 Display: IPS technology offers wide viewing angles. 2560 x 1600 resolution delivers amazing color and clarity
- AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX: AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor model efficiently handles data to ensure quicker transfer of information with maximum crash-free productivity
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 discrete graphic card for gaming and graphic designing that delivers the optimal visual experience
- 64GB DDR5 Memory (RAM): 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.
- 2 TB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
- Weighs 7.94 lbs and measures 1.26" thin: Compact power to go, so there's no need to compromise on visual real estate or gaming power to gain portability. 4-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery.
- HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
- 2 x Thunderbolt 4: Thunderbolt 4 provides lightning-fast data transfer and charging speeds. This multipurpose connector transforms your laptop into a powerhouse, providing unrivaled connectivity and speed. Upgrade your process today.
- Virtual Reality Ready: This computer has the required specs to run Virtual Reality hardware and software and is compatible with Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra.
- Backlit keyboard: Backlit keyboard For easy typing in dim or dark conditions.
Whats Included
- MSI Vector A18 HX A9WIG-076US 18" QHD Gaming Laptop
- Lithium Ion Battery
- AC Adapter
Q: What graphics card does this MSI laptop use?
A: This MSI laptop features the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card.
Q: What processor is used in this MSI laptop?
A: This MSI laptop is powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor.
Q: What type of display does the MSI gaming laptop have?
A: This MSI gaming laptop features an 18-inch QHD+ display.
Q: What is the total storage capacity of this MSI laptop?
A: This MSI laptop has a total storage capacity of 2TB.
Q: Does this MSI laptop have a touch screen?
A: No, this MSI laptop does not have a touch screen.
Q: How much RAM does this MSI laptop have?
A: This MSI laptop comes equipped with 64GB of DDR5 RAM.
Q: Uses direct x 12 for unreal engine game development?
A: The Vector 18HX is capable of supporting Unreal Engine development.
Q: Does this Laptop have an Ethernet Port? MSI specification sheet says it does and can handle 2.5 Gb.
A: It does have an Ethernet port, nicely located in the back next to the power port. I cannot speak to network speed limits though.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very strong
Only positive experience, would highly recommend. For the price-performance ratio great choice.
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AKIF Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MSI Laptop VectorA18HX076
Purchased this approximately 2 weeks ago. Outstanding Laptop with Very Excellent capabilities. Found out how fast it was as well which really impressed me plus bought it on sale which did help a little. It would be great if ASUS put the manual on their website.
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Frank Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Laptop
Does everything i need it to to do plus more. No issues so far and plays Diablo IV, max settings with no issues
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