MSI Raider 18″
Laptop summary
MSI Raider is an impressively priced gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card that is excellent for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an impressive Intel processor and enough memory for its price. Quad HD Plus resolution is impressive for the 18″ 240 Hz display. Your 2000gb SSD storage is reasonable.
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MSI Raider 18″
Specifications
| MSI Raider 18″ |
|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more |
| 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more |
| GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size |
| 18″ |
| Screen resolution |
| Quad HD Plus (3200 x 1800 pixels) |
| Operating system (OS) |
| Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives |
| 2000gb SSD |
| Release date |
| September 4, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price |
| $4,299.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price |
| $4,299.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com |
MSI Raider 18″ summary
msi Raider 18" QHD+ 240Hz Gaming Laptop, Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5, 3TB Storage (2TB SSD+1TB Docking Station Set), Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 7, Win 11 Pro, Black
【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD , and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components. 【18" QHD+ 240Hz Display】Enjoy crisp details, vivid colors, and fluid motion across games, movies, and everyday content. The high-resolution display provides a smooth and immersive viewing experience for gaming and entertainment.
【Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX Processor】Built for demanding gaming and intensive workloads, it delivers powerful, responsive performance for smooth gameplay, seamless multitasking, streaming, and content creation.
【64GB DDR5 RAM】Provides fast, responsive performance for smooth multitasking, gaming, streaming, and content creation.【2TB PCIe SSD】Offers fast startup, quick application loading, and ample space for games, files, and digital content.
【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Graphics】Delivers powerful performance and detailed visuals for demanding gaming, creative work, and intensive applications.【Per-Key RGB Backlit Keyboard】Customize per-key RGB lighting for a personalized gaming setup and clear visibility in low-light environments.【Wi-Fi 7】Delivers fast, responsive wireless connectivity for gaming, streaming, browsing, and everyday online tasks.
【Windows 11 Pro】 15.91" x 12.09" x 1.26", 7.94 lbs. 【Ports】 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2x Thunderbolt 5, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45, 1x Headphone/Mic Combo, 1x SD Card Reader. FHD IR Camera with Shutter. Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 5.4.【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station w/ 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card w/ Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
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