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MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER 16 HX B2WI-016FR |
|---|---|
| Release date | August 2026, 5 days ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Core Black |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 0 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 2114 |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 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 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Dynaudio |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | Per-key RGB |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | AI Noise Cancellation Pro, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, MSI App Player, MSI Center, MSI Companion, Nahimic 3, Nvidia App, Steelseries GG, True Color |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 91,8 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,45 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 363 mm |
| Depth | 269,7 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,19 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,58 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 128 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 5, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR weigh?
It weighs 2,45 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Raider 16 HX B2WI-016FR released?
Its release date is August 2026, 5 days ago.