MSI Raider 18 HX (A2XWIG-420US005)
Laptop summary
MSI Raider 18 HX is a great value gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is great great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a very good Intel CPU, though not that much RAM for its price. Quad HD Plus resolution is very good for the 18-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 1000gb SSD storage is passable could be better.
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MSI Raider 18 HX (A2XWIG-420US005)
Specifications
| MSI Raider 18 HX (A2XWIG-420US005) |
|---|
| 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 |
| 32gb |
| 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) |
| Size (length x width x height) |
| 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches |
| (40.41 x 30.71 x 3.2 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) |
| Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives |
| 1000gb SSD |
| Release date |
| August 31, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price |
| $3,230.69 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price |
| $3,230.69 |
| Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Raider 18 HX (A2XWIG-420US005)
MSI Raider 18 HX (A2XWIG-420US005) summary
msi Raider 18 HX Gaming Laptop, Intel Ultra 9-285HX, 32 GB DDR5 RAM, 1 TB PCIe SSD, 18" QHD+ (2560x1600) 240Hz, Nvidia G-Force RTX 5080, RGB Backlit Keyboard, W11 Pro, Core Black + Traix Mousepad
【Instant Gratification】Unthrottled Raw Power via MSI Overboost Ultra: Unleash the full potential of elite hardware. MSI Overboost Ultra technology pushes maximum combined power (TGP) to both the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and NVIDIA RTX 5080 graphics simultaneously. Enjoy instant, blisteringly high framerates (FPS) in the most demanding titles right out of the box with zero manual tweaking.
【Processor & Operating System】Flagship Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX & Windows 11: Command massive workloads with the powerhouse Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor, featuring advanced high core and thread counts to handle the heaviest computing tasks imaginable. Operating seamlessly with Windows 11, its integrated NPU accelerates next-generation AI productivity and gaming workflows like never before.
【Display】Massive 18" WQXGA Pro-Grade Gaming Screen: The expansive 18-inch 2560x1600 (16:10) display offers a vast field of view to spot enemies faster in competitive esports. Boasting an ultra-high refresh rate and stellar color accuracy, it completely eliminates motion blur and screen tearing for an immersive, buttery-smooth visual experience.
【Graphics】Next-Gen NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Supremacy: Built on the latest, ultra-efficient graphics architecture, the dedicated RTX 5080 laptop GPU crushes modern games at Max/Ultra settings across 2K and 4K resolutions. Harness massive AI TOPS capabilities to fully experience real-time Ray Tracing and advanced AI-driven DLSS for mind-blowing visual fidelity.
【Tech Specs】2x Thunderbolt 5 w/ DisplayPort & Power Delivery 3.1 (Right Side) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Left Side) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Right Side) 1x Full-Size SD UHS-III Card Reader (Left Side) 1x Audio Combo (1/8"") (Right Side) 1xHDMI v2.1 (Rear) Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 & Bluetooth 5.4
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