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MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR
| Reference / Part Number | STEALTH 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Midnight Black |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | Mini LED |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 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 | 96 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 | 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 |
| M.2 SSD size | 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 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 | Hi-Res Audio |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
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 | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 |
|---|---|
| Repairability index | 7.9 |
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 Pro |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | Killer Control Center, Nvidia App, True Color, Nahimic 3, MSI App Player, Ambient Link, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, Steelseries GG, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, AI Noise Cancellation Pro, Microsoft Effect Pack (MEP) |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 6459 mAh |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
| AC adapter input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| 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 | 2,89 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 400 mm |
| Depth | 289,7 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,99 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,4 cm |
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR 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 Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR like?
It carries a 18" 3840x2400 Mini LED 120Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR 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 Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR 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 Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR weigh?
It weighs 2,89 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-012FR released?
Its release date is April 2025, 1 year ago.