MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080 Comparison

MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX $3,200	GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080 $3,999	ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 with RTX 4070 and Ryzen AI 9
Overview
Brand
MSI	GIGABYTE
Model
Vector 16 HX AI	AORUS Master 16 BYH-C5USE64SH
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR6	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
RTX 5080 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	32GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops
Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
2TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS	16-inch OLED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.5 kg or 5.5 lbs	2.5 kg or 5.52 lbs
Color
Core Black	Dark Tide
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX Laptops \| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
16 Cores (8 Performance + 8 Efficient)	24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient)
Threads
24 Threads	32 Threads
Base Clock
2.5 GHz	2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.3 GHz	5.4 GHz
Cache
30MB Intel Smart Cache	36MB
TDP
55W	55W
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)	2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Panel Type
IPS	OLED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
500 nits	Up to 500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, G-Sync Compatible	Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, NVIDIA G-Sync, TÜV Rheinland Certified
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	NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, MUX Switch
TGP
	Up to 175W
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 64GB
Slots
	2x SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Additional M.2 slot available	1x M.2 PCIe Gen5 slot, 1x M.2 PCIe Gen4 slot
RAID Support
No	No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
No	No
RGB Customization
Per-Key RGB via SteelSeries GG	Per-Key RGB via GIGABYTE Control Center
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	AI-powered performance tuning via GiMATE
Performance
Cooling Technology
Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans and six heat pipes	WINDFORCE Infinity EX with Dual Fans
Overclocking Support
Yes, via MSI Center	Yes, via GIGABYTE Control Center
Performance Modes
Silent, Balanced, Extreme Performance	Silent, Balanced, Turbo, AI
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
99.9Wh	99Wh
Backup Time
Up to 7 hours (varies with usage)	Varies with usage
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Power Delivery 3.0 via USB-C
Power Adapter
280W	330W
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	1 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB4/DisplayPort 2.1/PD 3.0), 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4/DisplayPort 1.4/PD 3.0), 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port, 1 x MicroSD Card Reader, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet Keyboard	Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet
Key Travel
1.7mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
2 x 2W Stereo Speakers	4 x 2W Speakers
Audio Enhancements
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio	Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, Built-in Microphone
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	1080p FHD
Privacy Shutter
Yes	No
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options
Core Black	Dark Tide
RGB Lighting
Yes, Per-Key RGB Keyboard	Yes, Per-Key RGB and Light Bar
Dimensions
35.8 x 26.7 x 2.3 cm	14.06 x 10 x 1.18 inches
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Cooler Boost 5 Technology	Yes, with WINDFORCE Infinity EX
Software
Pre-installed MSI Center for system control and customization	Pre-installed GIGABYTE Control Center and GiMATE
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 GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080?

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