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MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 |
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Reference / Part Number
CROSSHAIR 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR
Release date
July 2025, 1 year ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 18 " (45,7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 255HX |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 20 |
| Processor threads | 20 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,2 GHz |
| Núcleos de rendimiento | 8 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia | 12 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de rendimiento | 5.2 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de eficiencia | 4.5 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo de rendimiento | 2.4 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo eficiente | 1.8 |
| Processor cache | 30 MB |
| Potencia base del procesador | 55 |
| Potencia turbo máxima | 160 |
Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU)
| Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Soporte de dispersión | Yes |
| Soporte de efectos de Windows Studio | Yes |
| Entornos de trabajo de software de IA compatibles con el núcleo NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Rendimiento total del procesador de hasta | 33 |
| Rendimiento del núcleo NPU de hasta | 13 |
| Rendimiento de GPU máximo | 8 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Tamaño de la unidad SSD M.2 | 2280 (22 x 80 mm) |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | HM870 |
|---|---|
| Repairability index | 8 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
| Zona retroiluminada del teclado | 24-zone RGB |
| Keyboard number of keys | 99 |
| Tecla Copilot | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | Nvidia App, Nahimic 3, MSI App Player, Mystic Light, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, Intel Application Optimization, Microsoft Effect Pack (MEP) |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 5815 mAh |
| Battery weight | 11.4 oz (322 g) |
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
| AC adapter input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| USB Power Delivery | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Silver |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.8 lbs (3,1 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.9 " (404 mm) |
| Depth | 11 " (280 mm) |
| Height (front) | 1 " (2,56 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1.2 " (2,99 cm) |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR weigh?
It weighs 3,1 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWFKG-048FR released?
Its release date is July 2025, 1 year ago.