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MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 2,5GHz |
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| Screen | 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 64GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR
Reference / Part Number
RAIDER A18 HX A9WJG-009FR
Release date
March 2025, 1 year ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 18 " (45,7 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | Mini LED |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 1000 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 9955HX3D |
| Processor frequency | 2,5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 16 |
| Processor threads | 32 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 128 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 32 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 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Tamaño de la unidad SSD M.2 | 2280 (22 x 80 mm) |
| 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 5090 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 24 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | AMD |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speakers manufacturer | Nahimic |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | No |
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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 | 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 |
| USB4 Gen 3×2 ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
Performance
| Repairability index | 8 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
| Zona retroiluminada del teclado | Per-key RGB |
| Keyboard layout | AZERTY |
| Keyboard language | French |
| Tecla Copilot | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | Nvidia App True Color Nahimic 3 MSI App Player MSI Center Steelseries GG Discrete Graphics Mode MSI AI Engine AI Noise Cancellation Pro |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 6578 mAh |
Power
| AC adapter power | 400 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| USB Power Delivery | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 7.9 lbs (3,6 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.9 " (404 mm) |
| Depth | 12.1 " (307,5 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.9 " (2,4 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1.3 " (3,21 cm) |
Other features
| Warranty period | 3 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR like?
It carries a 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 64GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-009FR 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 A9WJG-009FR released?
Its release date is March 2025, 1 year ago.