Engineered for the demands of STEM professionals, the Vector A18 HX combines cutting-edge performance with rock-solid stability. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen⢠9 9955HX Processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX⢠5080 Laptop GPU, it operates like a high-tech brain, seamlessly integrating and analyzing complex data quickly and precisely. Whether you're developing software, analyzing data, or running simulations, the Vector A18 HX delivers the performance and reliability engineers need to excel in every challenge.
The Ultimate Gaming Processor Evolved:
Up to AMD Ryzen⢠9 9955HX Processor
Game like never before with the latest AMD Ryzen⢠9 9955HX Processor, featuring the latest Zen 5 architecture, gamers can now harness the power of ultimate performance on the processor built for gaming and more.
*Specs varies by model.
Zen 5 Architecture | Up to 16 Cores | Up to 32 Threads | 64MB Cache
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS
GAME CHANGER
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX⢠50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, generate images at unprecedented speed, and unleash your creativity with NVIDIA Studio. All in the thinnest and longest lasting RTX laptops, optimized by Max-Q.
Game Changer
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI
Supreme Speed. Superior Visuals.
DLSS 4 massively increases performance and improves image quality for top games using the power of AI.
Game-Winning Responsiveness
NVIDIA Reflex 2 with Frame Warp gives you the ultimate responsiveness, enhancing target acquisition, reaction time, and aim precision.
True-to-Life Graphics
Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed with full ray tracing and breakthrough neural rendering technologies.
AI, Ready for You
MSI Gaming Laptops are NVIDIA NIM-ready and engineered to run NVIDIA NIM microservicesâoptimized AI models for language, speech, vision, content generation, and more. With these tools, enthusiasts and developers can build AI assistants, develop productivity plugins, or craft innovative content creation workflows locally on RTX AI PCs. Shape tomorrowâs AI today with the power of NVIDIA RTXâ¢.
NVIDIA DLSS 4M
Supreme Speed. Superior Visuals. Powered by AI
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI to boost FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. The latest breakthrough, DLSS 4, brings new Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction and Super Resolution, powered by GeForce RTX⢠50 Series GPUs and fifth-generation Tensor Cores. DLSS on GeForce RTX is the best way to play, backed by an NVIDIA AI supercomputer in the cloud constantly improving your PCâs gaming capabilities.
Full Ray Tracing with Neural Rendering
Game-Changing Realism
The NVIDIA Blackwell architecture unlocks the game-changing realism of full ray tracing. Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series with fourth-gen RT Cores and breakthrough neural rendering technologies accelerated with fifth-gen Tensor Cores.
Now Even Smarter
Experience smarter productivity featuring Copilot and MSI AI Engine for seamless multitasking. These advanced AI tools adapt to your needs, optimizing performance and streamlining workflows effortlessly.
Copilot
Uncover new opportunities, create compelling content, and solve problems faster anywhere with Microsoft Copilot on Windows, your AI assistant at work. To enhance data security, privacy, and compliance, Copilot provides enterprise data protection when employees are signed in through their Microsoft Entra ID account.
AI Engine
MSI AI Engine is able to detect user scenarios and automatically adjust hardware settings to achieve the best performance. With simple AI tuned modes and resources, you can focus on the important things like creating, work and entertainment.
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MSI OverBoost Ultra Technology
Even when extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU power, MSI OverBoost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total output of 260W, or exceeds the CPUâs standard TDP limit for unmatched processing performance when operating independently.
*260W based on configuration of AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX series with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX⢠5090/5080 laptop GPU and above.
*Under Extreme Performance mode by MSI Center with AC power.
*May vary by scenario.
Unmatched Performance, Superior Cooling
Leveraging an innovative Cooler Boost 5 and MSI's expertise in optimizing temperature and performance, the Vector A18 HX not only smashes through performance milestones but also supports the latest PCIe Gen 5 SSDs, featuring a dedicated cooling copper pipe to fully unlock their peak potential.
2 Fans | 7 Heat Pipes | PCIE GEN 5 SSD With Dedicated Cooling Pipe | 3D Cooling Stands
High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs and blazing-fast transfer speeds, the Vector A18 HX offers unmatched storage flexibility and extreme data performance. Experience seamless expansion and peak efficiency for all your storage demands.
*Maximum speed is achieved using multiple SSDs in RAID and may not be pre-configured out of the box. Actual speeds may vary by configuration.
Light Up with Gaming Style
The Vector A18 HX has a new 26-Zone RGB Keyboard featuring LED-lit "WASD" keys with specially designed keycaps. Enjoy more colorful lights with virtually infinite customizable color combos and profiles, giving you an immersive gaming experience with style!
*Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.
Unmatched Visuals
MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.
*Optional. Actual specification may vary by configurations.
18" Immersive Display | 16:10 Golden Ratio display | QHD+ Resolution | Up to 240Hz Refresh rate | 100% DCI-P3
Expand your vision across multiple display with HDMI⢠2.1, USB4
Elevate Your Audio
Experience audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth.
Full Support for All Possibility
The Vector A18 HX comes with the most complete I/O ports to support all kinds of data transmission or display output. Giving gamers the maximized flexibility in using the laptop.
*PD Charging supports 65W ([email protected]) and up to (28V@5A) 140W PD Charging at System running (S0 Power State) and Sleep mode (Modern Standby Low-Power Idle State), 15W(5V@3A) and up to 140W(28V@5A) at Hibernate (S4 Power State), Off (S5 Power State). The overall system performance may be affected in order to adapt the charging current. The charging rate will vary depending on the system and battery status. MSI PD Charger is recommended.
Vector A18 HX A9W
- Up to AMD Ryzen⢠9 9955HX Processor
- Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro
(MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business) - Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX⢠5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies - 18" QHD+ (2560x1600), 240Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel
- Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans, 7 heat pipes, and PCIe Gen5 SSD cooling design
- 99.9Whr Battery Capacity
- 26-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key
- IR FHD webcam with Webcam Shutter
- One month of PC Game Pass
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* Spec and bundle offer may vary by model and by country. Please refer to the final specification of the product purchased for Xbox Game Pass pre-installed details.) - * Configuration may vary by models, please check spec sheet for detail info.
