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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK, Intel Core Ultra 9, 40.6 cm (16"), 2560 x 1600 pixels, 16 GB, 1 TB, Windows 11 Home
Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK
Designed for STEM professionals, the Vector 16 HX AI delivers cutting-edge performance and rock-solid stability. It acts as a high-tech brain, seamlessly processing complex data with speed and precision. From software development to data analysis and simulations, the Vector 16 HX AI provides the performance and reliability engineers need to succeed.
Desktop Level Performance with Efficiency Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HXUnlocking new level of performance with whole-new P-core & E-core architecture bringing improved performance per watt, the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX is here to make portable gaming cooler, quieter with elite-level performance.
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS GAME CHANGERPowered 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.
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 microservicesoptimized 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 tomorrows AI today with the power of NVIDIA RTX.
MSI Overboost Ultra Technology
When extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost Ultra technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 240W.
Innovative Cooling Solution
Crafted for perfection, our latest Cooler Boost 5 design offers tailored thermal solutions for both the CPU and GPU. With larger fans and broader heat pipes, it ensures optimal performance even during the most intense gaming sessions.
High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs, blazing-fast transfer speeds and up to DDR5-6400MHz memory, Vector Series offers extreme data performance and unmatched gaming and multitasking capability. Experience peak efficiency for all your workloads.
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.
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.
Thunderbolt 5 Technology
The forefront of data transfer and connectivity solution is now available. Enjoy up to 120 Gbps of transmit bandwidth with Thunderbolt Bandwidth Boost, while enabling connection to more monitors at higher resolution and refresh rates than ever.
Immerse Yourself in Gaming Ambiance
Experience the radiating vibrant lights of 24-Zone RGB Keyboard featuring illuminated WASD keys and uniquely designed keycaps for an immersive gaming journey infused with style!
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.
The Way Music Should Be
Immerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio.
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.
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.
Discrete Graphics Mode (MUX SWITCH)
Select between "Discrete Graphics Mode" or "MSHybrid Graphics Mode" (NVIDIA Optimus), the switchable graphics technology offers powerful gaming performance and efficiency with a single click.
Full Support For All Possibility
The Vector 16 HX AI 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.
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, theres always something new to play. Redeem Xbox Game Pass through your purchased MSI laptop via Microsoft Store APP. Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK
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Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (36MB Cache), 16GB DDR5-SDRAM, 1000GB SSD, 40.6 cm (16") Quad HD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS-Level, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Home
MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 9, Processor model: 275HX. Display diagonal: 40.6 cm (16"), HD type: Quad HD+, Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels. Internal memory: 16 GB, Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 1 TB, Storage media: SSD. On-board graphics card model: Intel® Graphics, Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home. Product col
Warranty information: 2 Year Warranty Term for Gaming & Content Creation (EU-WE)
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MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 40.6 cm (16") Quad HD+ 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Windows 11 Home Grey 9S7-15M352-283 Specifications
Product Type
Laptops
Brand
MSI
Collection Model MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK
Manufacturer Product Type
MSI Laptops
Colour name Cosmos Gray
Product colour
Grey
Cable Lock Slot Yes
Form Factor
Clamshell
Market positioning
Performance
Original brand name MSI
Product colour Multicoloured
Product Family
Everyday Laptops
Product Family
Student Laptops
Product Family Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK
Native aspect ratio 16:10
Display diagonal
16"
Touchscreen No
Display Resolution
2560 x 1600 pixels
Panel type IPS-Level
HD type
Quad HD+
Anti-glare screen Yes
RGB colour space DCI-P3
Maximum refresh rate
240 Hz
Colour Gamut 100%
Processor generation Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor cores 24
Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor Family Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor model 275HX
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 4.6 GHz
Processor threads 24
Efficient-core base frequency 2.1 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2.7 GHz
Performance cores 8
Efficient cores 16
Processor boost frequency 5.4 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5.4 GHz
Motherboard chipset Intel HM870
Processor cache 36 MB
Processor base power 55 W
Maximum turbo power 160 W
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
Neural processor unit (NPU) Intel AI Boost
Sparsity support Yes
Windows Studio effects support Yes
GPU performance up to 8 TOPs
Internal Memory 16 GB
Memory layout (slots x size) 2 x 8 GB
Internal memory type DDR5-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory 96 GB
Memory slots 2x SO-DIMM
Memory clock speed 5600 MHz
SSD form factor M.2
Total storage capacity 1 TB
Storage media SSD
SSD interface PCI Express 4.0
Total SSDs capacity 1 TB
Number of SSDs installed 1
SSD capacity 1 TB
Card reader integrated Yes
Compatible memory cards SD
On-board graphics card Yes
Discrete graphics card Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer Intel
Discrete GPU manufacturer NVIDIA
Discrete graphics card model NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Discrete graphics memory type GDDR7
On-board graphics card family Intel Graphics
On-board graphics card model Intel Graphics
Discrete graphics card memory 16 GB
Audio system Nahimic 3
Speaker power 2 W
Number of built-in speakers 2
Video capturing speed 30 fps
Front camera Yes
Front camera HD type Full HD
Front camera resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Infrared (IR) camera Yes
Privacy camera Yes
Privacy type Privacy shutter
Optical Drive Type No
Ethernet LAN Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth Yes
Wi-Fi standards Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller model Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Ethernet LAN data rates 2500 Mbit/s
Bluetooth Version 5.3
Connectivity technology Wireless
HDMI ports quantity 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
USB Power Delivery (USB PD) Yes
HDMI version 2.1
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
Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity 2
Intel Thunderbolt 5 Yes
Combo headphone/mic port Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity 0
Pointing Device Touchpad
Numeric keypad Yes
Keyboard backlit Yes
Keyboard backlit colour RGB
Keyboard backlit zone 24-zone RGB
Copilot key Yes
Operating system installed Windows 11 Home
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
Battery technology Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Number of battery cells 4
Battery Capacity 90 Wh
AC adapter power 330 W
USB Type-C charging port No
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Yes
Weight 2.7 kg
Depth 284 mm
Width 357 mm
Height (front) 2.22 cm
Height (rear) 2.85 cm
Height 28.6 mm
Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) 8471300000
NVMe Yes
Country of origin China
Sustainability certificates EPEAT Silver
Warranty period 2 year(s)
Features RGB Lighting
Package width 563 mm
Package depth 83 mm
Package height 315 mm
AC adapter included Yes
Mobile network connection No
Colour of product Black
Connectivity Wireless
MPN 9S7-15M352-283
Most Suitable For Casual Computing
MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-283UK Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 40.6 cm (16") Quad HD+ 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Windows 11 Home Grey 9S7-15M352-283 Reviews
iculture - 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed on notebookcheck.net in the United Kingdom on 19 July 2025
It is annoying that the CPU performance of the Vector 17 drops sharply in the endurance test, especially since the Vector 16 performs consistently with a weaker CPU. The pure gaming performance is mediocre at best, but quite consistent. Unfortunately, the...
+Pros + 2x Thunderbolt 5 + Privacy shutter + P3 color space-bulky housing with protruding rear - unconventional keyboard layout - opening angle too small - difficult maintenance - black level too high = weak contrast - inconsistent CPU performance