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Overview
Brand
MSI
Model
Raider 18 HX AI (A2XWJG-069US)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7
RTX 5090 Laptops
RAM
64GB DDR5-6400MHz
64GB Laptops
Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5x4 SSD
2TB Laptops
Display
18-inch UHD+ (3840 x 2400) Mini LED, 120Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Weight
3.6 kg or 7.94 lbs
Color
Core Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX Laptops
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient)
Threads
32 Threads
Base Clock
2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.7 GHz
Cache
36MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
Not specified
Display
Screen Size
18 inches
Resolution
3840 x 2400 (UHD+)
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Panel Type
Mini LED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 1000 nits (DisplayHDR 1000 certified)
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, VESA DisplayHDR 1000, IPS-Level
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
VRAM
24GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 4
Additional Features
Resizable BAR, AI Tensor Cores, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5
RAM Speed
6400MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 96GB
Slots
2x SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5x4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Additional M.2 slot available
RAID Support
No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
No
RGB Customization
Per-Key RGB via SteelSeries GG
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning
Performance
Cooling Technology
Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans and seven heat pipes
Overclocking Support
Yes, via MSI Center
Performance Modes
Silent, Balanced, Extreme Performance
Benchmark Scores
Not specified
Battery
Capacity
99.9Wh
Backup Time
Up to 8 hours (varies with usage)
Charging Type
Fast Charging
Power Adapter
Not specified
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth
5.4
Ports
2 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C with DisplayPort and Power Delivery), 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, 1 x SD Card Reader (UHS-III)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet Keyboard
Key Travel
Not specified
N-Key Rollover
Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
6-Speaker System by Dynaudio (4 Speakers, 2 Woofers)
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio, Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD IR Camera
Privacy Shutter
Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options
Core Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, Per-Key RGB Keyboard and Mystic Light Bar
Dimensions
14.25 x 10.5 x 1.1 inches
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes
Advanced Cooling
Cooler Boost 5 Technology
Software
Pre-installed MSI Center for system control and customization
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes
Power Adapter
Yes
User Manual
Yes
Warranty Card
Yes
Additional Accessories
Not specified
Launch Date
Release Date
2025.0
Status
Available
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