MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080 Comparison

MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX $3,200	MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080 $3,999	GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Overview
Brand
MSI	MSI
Model
Vector 16 HX AI	Titan 18 HX AI A2XWIG-616US
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR6	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
RTX 5080 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	64GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops \| 64GB Laptops
Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD (2 x 2TB)
2TB Laptops
Display
16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS	18-inch UHD+ (3840 x 2400) MiniLED, 120Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
2.5 kg or 5.5 lbs	3.6 kg or 7.94 lbs
Color
Core Black	Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX Laptops \| Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX Laptops
Cores
16 Cores (8 Performance + 8 Efficient)	24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient)
Threads
24 Threads	32 Threads
Base Clock
2.5 GHz	2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.3 GHz	Up to 5.5 GHz
Cache
30MB Intel Smart Cache	36MB
TDP
55W	55W
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	18 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)	3840 x 2400 (UHD+)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	120Hz
Panel Type
IPS	MiniLED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
500 nits	Up to 1000 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, G-Sync Compatible	VESA DisplayHDR 1000, Anti-Glare, G-Sync
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	16GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes	Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 4
Additional Features
Resizable BAR, AI Tensor Cores	MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
TGP
	Up to 175W
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 128GB
Slots
	4x SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD (2 x 2TB)
Secondary Storage Options
Additional M.2 slot available	Additional M.2 slots available
RAID Support
No	Yes
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
No	No
RGB Customization
Per-Key RGB via SteelSeries GG	Per-Key RGB via SteelSeries Engine
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	AI-powered performance tuning via MSI Center
Performance
Cooling Technology
Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans and six heat pipes	MSI OverBoost Ultra with Vapor Chamber Cooling
Overclocking Support
Yes, via MSI Center	Yes, via MSI Center
Performance Modes
Silent, Balanced, Extreme Performance	Silent, Balanced, Extreme, Manual
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
99.9Wh	99.9Wh
Backup Time
Up to 7 hours (varies with usage)	Varies with usage
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Rapid Charge Pro
Power Adapter
280W	330W Slim Tip
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth
5.3	5.4
Ports
1 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	2 x Thunderbolt 5 / USB-C, 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port (2.5G), 1 x SD Card Reader, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet Keyboard	Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile Mechanical Keyboard
Key Travel
1.7mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	RGB Haptic Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
2 x 2W Stereo Speakers	6-speaker system with 2 woofers
Audio Enhancements
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio	Dynaudio, Hi-Res Certification, AI Noise-Canceling Technology
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	1080p FHD IR Camera
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Magnesium-Aluminum Alloy
Color Options
Core Black	Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, Per-Key RGB Keyboard	Yes, Per-Key RGB and RGB Light Bar
Dimensions
35.8 x 26.7 x 2.3 cm	39.7 x 28.2 x 2.8 cm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Cooler Boost 5 Technology	Yes, with Vapor Chamber and Dedicated Heat Pipes
Software
Pre-installed MSI Center for system control and customization	Pre-installed MSI Center for system control and customization
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 280W	Yes, 330W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes
Additional Accessories
None specified	Not specified
Launch Date
Release Date
2025.0	2025.0
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX or MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX:

Offers better Refresh Rate (240Hz vs 120Hz)

Advantages of MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080:

Offers better RAM (64GB DDR5-5600MHz vs 32GB DDR5-5600MHz)

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