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MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 5,5GHz |
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| Screen | 18" 3840x2400 IPS-Level 120Hz 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 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-182462-252 |
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| Release date | February 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 285HX |
| Processor frequency | 5,5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Processor cache | 40 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | No |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
| On-board graphics card model | Not available |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
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| Speaker power | 8 W |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
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| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11ad,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax),Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax),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 |
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| 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 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit zone | Per-key RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,9 Wh |
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| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,6 kg |
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| Width | 404 mm |
| Depth | 307,5 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,4 cm |
| Height (rear) | 3,21 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES 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 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES like?
It carries a 18" 3840x2400 IPS-Level 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES weigh?
It weighs 3,6 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Raider 18 HX A2XWIG-252ES released?
Its release date is February 2025, 1 year ago.