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MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX 2,5GHz |
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| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER A18 HX A7VIG-003BE |
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| Release date | May 2024, 2 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Core Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 1000 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 9 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 7945HX |
| Processor frequency | 2,5 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 7000 Series |
| Processor cores | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 80 MB |
| Processor cache type | L2 & L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
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| 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 5.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Nahimic |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| 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) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 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 | 2 |
| 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 | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM770 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | Per-key RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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| Bundled software | Killer Control Center, Nvidia GeForce Experience, True Color, Nahimic 3, Gaming Mode, MSI App Player, Noise Cancellation, Mystic Light, Crosshair, MSI Center, Steelseries GG, Discrete Graphics Mode, Ambient Silent AI, Smart Auto, MSI AI Engine, Nvidia Broadcast |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,9 Wh |
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| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| 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) | 3,02 cm |
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Raider A18 HX A7VIG-003BE 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 A18 HX A7VIG-003BE released?
Its release date is May 2024, 2 years ago.