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MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 600 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 |
| Other | No charger. |
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Full specifications of MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 2026, 3 months 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 | 45,7 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQUXGA |
| Panel type | Mini LED |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 600 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 1000 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 290HX Plus |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,5 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,5 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 1,8 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| 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 | OpenVINO,Windows ML,DirectML,ONNX RT |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 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 |
| 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 | 6 |
| 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 1750x |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| 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 | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Trackpad |
| 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 | 99,99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 6578 mAh |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 400 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Width | 404 mm |
| Depth | 307,5 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,4 cm |
| Height (rear) | 3,21 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | No |
|---|
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT 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 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT like?
It carries a 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 600 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots.
Which operating system does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 5, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Raider 18 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT 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 MAX HX A2WI-1081IT released?
Its release date is May 2026, 3 months ago.