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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 |
Other configurations of this model
| Score | Power | Price ▲ | Graphics card | RAM | Hard drive | Operating system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 88 | €2349.99 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB | 16GB | 1TB | Windows 11 Home |
| 9.8 | 84 | €2409.67 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB | 32GB | 2TB | No OS installed |
| 9.7 | 84 | €2417.17 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB | 32GB | 1TB | Windows 11 Home |
| 10 | 90 | €2687.04 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB | 32GB | 1TB | Windows 11 Home |
| 9.9 | 89 | €3160.56 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB | 32GB | 1TB | No OS installed |
Full specifications of MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Reference / Part Number
VECTOR 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US
Release date
April 2025, 1 year ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Grey |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Cosmos Gray |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Market positioning | Performance |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
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 | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
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 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| 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 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 | 2 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Nahimic |
| 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 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
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 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | HM870 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 24-zone RGB |
| Keyboard number of keys | 99 |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Silver |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 357 mm |
| Depth | 284 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,22 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,85 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US 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 Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US 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 Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US 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 A2XWIG-050US have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US 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 A2XWIG-050US made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-050US released?
Its release date is April 2025, 1 year ago.