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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 |
Full specifications of MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US
| Reference / Part Number | VECTOR 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US |
|---|---|
| Release date | February 2026, 6 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Gray |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Cosmos Gray |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 255HX |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 20 |
| Processor threads | 20 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,2 GHz |
| Núcleos de rendimiento | 8 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia | 12 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia de baja potencia | 0 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de rendimiento | 5.2 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de eficiencia | 4.5 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo de rendimiento | 2.4 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo eficiente | 1.8 |
| Processor cache | 30 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 2114 |
| Potencia base del procesador | 55 |
| Potencia turbo máxima | 160 |
Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU)
| Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Soporte de dispersión | Yes |
| Soporte de efectos de Windows Studio | Yes |
| Entornos de trabajo de software de IA compatibles con el núcleo NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Rendimiento total del procesador de hasta | 33 |
| Rendimiento del núcleo NPU de hasta | 13 |
| Rendimiento de GPU máximo | 8 |
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 |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| 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 5070 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 12 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
Audio
| Audio chip | Nahimic |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
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 BE1750 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| 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 5 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
| Zona retroiluminada del teclado | 24-zone RGB |
| Keyboard number of keys | 99 |
| Tecla Copilot | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
| USB Power Delivery | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15 " (380,3 mm) |
| Depth | 11.7 " (298 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.9 " (2,29 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1.1 " (2,88 cm) |
Other features
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US?
It is a Gaming laptop and one of the most powerful in the catalog: 86 out of 100 against the top one.
Is the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US worth its price?
Yes: today it starts at $2129 and, with a 10 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score, it is among the best you can buy for that money within its type.
How much does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US cost?
Today it starts at $2129 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US good for gaming?
Yes, this laptop was built for gaming: it carries the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 5, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US weigh?
It weighs 3 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-285US released?
Its release date is February 2026, 6 months ago.