Engineered for the demands of STEM professionals, the Vector A18 HX combines cutting-edge performance with rock-solid stability. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX Processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU, it operates like a high-tech brain, seamlessly integrating and analyzing complex data quickly and precisely. Whether you're developing software, analyzing data, or running simulations, the Vector A18 HX delivers the performance and reliability engineers need to excel in every challenge.
Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies
OverBoost Ultra
Up to 260W CPU+GPU Total Power
26 Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard
Wi-Fi 7
Enjoy Speedy Streaming
The Ultimate Gaming Processor Evolved: Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX Processor
Game like never before with the latest AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX Processor, featuring the latest Zen 5 architecture, gamers can now harness the power of ultimate performance on the processor built for gaming and more.
*Specs varies by model.
Zen 5
Architecture
Up to
16
Cores
Up to
32
Threads
64MB
Cache
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS GAME CHANGER
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, generate images at unprecedented speed, and unleash your creativity with NVIDIA Studio. All in the thinnest and longest lasting RTX laptops, optimized by Max-Q.
Game Changer
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI
Supreme Speed. Superior Visuals.
DLSS 4 massively increases performance and improves image quality for top games using the
power of AI.
Game-Winning Responsiveness
NVIDIA Reflex 2 with Frame Warp gives you the ultimate responsiveness, enhancing target
acquisition, reaction time, and aim precision.
True-to-Life Graphics
Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed with full ray tracing and
breakthrough neural rendering technologies.
AI, Ready for You
MSI Gaming Laptops are NVIDIA NIM-ready and engineered to run NVIDIA NIM
microservices—optimized AI models for language, speech, vision, content generation,
and more. With these tools, enthusiasts and developers can build AI assistants,
develop productivity plugins, or craft innovative content creation workflows locally
on RTX AI PCs. Shape tomorrow’s AI today with the power of NVIDIA RTX™.
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI to boost
FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. The latest breakthrough, DLSS 4,
brings new Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction and Super
Resolution, powered by GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs and fifth-generation Tensor
Cores. DLSS on GeForce RTX is the best way to play, backed by an NVIDIA AI
supercomputer in the cloud constantly improving your PC’s gaming capabilities.
Full Ray Tracing with Neural Rendering
Game-Changing Realism
The NVIDIA Blackwell architecture unlocks the game-changing realism of full ray tracing. Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series with fourth-gen RT Cores and breakthrough neural rendering technologies accelerated with fifth-gen Tensor Cores.
Now Even Smarter
Experience smarter productivity featuring Copilot and MSI AI Engine for seamless multitasking.
These advanced AI tools adapt to your needs, optimizing performance and streamlining workflows
effortlessly.
Unlock efficiency and innovation with Microsoft Copilot
MSI's exclusive laptop control hub, and AI solutions, MSI laptops unlock the full potential of your productivity.
Copilot
Uncover new opportunities, create compelling content, and solve problems faster anywhere with Microsoft Copilot on Windows, your AI assistant at work. To enhance data security, privacy, and compliance, Copilot provides enterprise data protection when employees are signed in through their Microsoft Entra ID account.
*Copilot is available in select global markets and will be rolled out to additional markets over time.
Learn more.
*Requires eligible Microsoft 365 license.
MSI's exclusive laptop control hub, and AI solutions, MSI laptops unlock the full potential of your productivity.
Intelligent Entertainment
Intelligent Content Creation
Intelligent Meeting
Intelligent Gaming
Intelligent Work
AI Engine
MSI AI Engine is able to detect user scenarios and automatically adjust
hardware
settings to achieve the best performance.
With simple AI tuned modes and resources, you can focus on the important
things
like creating, work and entertainment.
MSI OverBoost Ultra Technology
Even when extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU power, MSI OverBoost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total output of 260W, or exceeds the CPU’s standard TDP limit for unmatched processing performance when operating independently.
GPU
175W
With Dynamic Boost 2.0
TOTAL
260W
CPU
85W
*260W based on configuration of AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX series with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090/5080 laptop GPU and above.
*Under Extreme Performance mode by MSI Center with AC power.
*May vary by scenario.
Unmatched Performance, Superior Cooling
Leveraging an innovative Cooler Boost 5 and MSI's expertise in optimizing temperature and performance, the Vector A18 HX not only smashes through performance milestones but also supports the latest PCIe Gen 5 SSDs, featuring a dedicated cooling copper pipe to fully unlock their peak potential.
Extra pipe for
SSD
2
Fans
7
Heat Pipes
With Dedicated Cooling Pipe
3D
Cooling Stands
*The image is for illustration purposes only and does not reflect the final design. Updates will be provided later.
*An extra heatpipe is tailored for the efficient heat dissipation of PCIe Gen 5 SSDs. If the system ships with a PCIe Gen 4 SSD, the configuration includes six heatpipes.
**The PCIe SSD specifications may vary based on sales quotations.
High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs and blazing-fast transfer speeds, the Vector Series delivers extreme data
performance along with unmatched gaming and multitasking capabilities. Experience peak efficiency for all your
workloads.
*The actual frequency will vary by memory combination and CPU capability.
*Maximum speed is achieved using multiple SSDs in RAID 0 and may not be pre-configured out of the box. Actual speeds may vary by configuration.
Super RAID with PCIe Gen5 + Gen4 SSD
14000MB/s
PCIe Gen5 SSD
12000MB/s
PCIe Gen4 SSD
7000MB/s
Light Up with Gaming Style
The Vector A18 HX has a new 26-Zone RGB Keyboard featuring LED-lit "WASD" keys with specially designed keycaps. Enjoy more colorful lights with virtually infinite customizable color combos and profiles, giving you an immersive gaming experience with style!
*Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.
Unmatched Visuals
MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.
*Optional. Actual specification may vary by configurations.
18"
Immersive Display
16:10
Golden Ratio display
QHD+
Resolution
Up to
240Hz
Refresh rate
100% DCI-P3
Expand your vision across multiple display with HDMI™ 2.1, USB4
Elevate Your Audio
Experience audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth.
Day to Night Battery
The 99.9Whr battery capacity is packed to the legal flight limit. Use it anywhere with longer runtime.
Ready For Next-gen Wireless
Wi-Fi 7 delivers multi-gigabit speeds up to 5.8 Gbps on 5 and 6GHz bands, with 320MHz channel bandwidths.
Enjoy ultra-low latency of just 2ms and jitter-free performance,
even with multiple connections. The 6GHz spectrum provides additional capacity for enhanced performance.
*Based on theoretical maximum performance. May vary by wireless configuration.
Fortifying Security
Enhance privacy and security with Webcam Shutter, allowing users to disable the laptop's camera and enjoy a protected user experience.
Get All The Buffs
The exclusive MSI Center helps you control and customize your MSI laptop the way you want.
Full Support for All Possibility
The Vector A18 HX comes with the most complete I/O ports to support all kinds of data transmission or display output. Giving gamers the maximized flexibility in using the laptop.
*PD Charging supports 65W (20V@3.25A) and up to (28V@5A) 140W PD Charging at System running (S0 Power State) and Sleep mode (Modern Standby Low-Power Idle State), 15W(5V@3A) and up to 140W(28V@5A) at Hibernate (S4 Power State), Off (S5 Power State). The overall system performance may be affected in order to adapt the charging current. The charging rate will vary depending on the system and battery status. MSI PD Charger is recommended.
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVORITE GAME
Enjoy hundreds of high-quality PC games with your new MSI devices and one month of Xbox Game Pass- including EA play.
With new games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.
Redeem Xbox Game Pass through your purchased MSI laptop via Microsoft Store APP.
*Spec and bundle offer vary by model and by country.
Please refer to the final specification of the product purchased for Xbox Game Pass pre-installed details.
“ This year it sticks the landing across almost every measure for the laptops our readers rate specifically for gameplay — MSI's area of expertise.” — PCMag 2025
Vector A18 HX A9W
Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX Processor
Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business)
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7 Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies
Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans, 7 heat pipes, and PCIe Gen5 SSD cooling design
99.9Whr Battery Capacity
26-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key
IR FHD webcam with Webcam Shutter
One month of PC Game Pass
(Eligible Region: Please visit https://www.xbox.com/regions for the newest information. * Spec and bundle offer may vary by model and by country. Please refer to the final specification of the product purchased for
Xbox Game Pass pre-installed details.)
* Configuration may vary by models, please check spec sheet for detail info.
*Copilot key feature availability varies by market, see aka.ms/Keysupport
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