MSI Raider 18 HX AI A2XWJG-841US Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX Laptop 18" UHD+ 32 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Home Black

SKU
RAIDER18HXA2841
Login for pricing
In stock
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (36MB Cache), 32GB DDR5-SDRAM, 1000GB SSD, 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 3840 x 2400 Mini LED, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (24GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Home
UNSPSC: 43211503
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (36MB Cache)
  • 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 3840 x 2400 Mini LED, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (24GB GDDR7)
  • 32GB (5600MHz) DDR5-SDRAM & 1000GB SSD
More Information
SKU RAIDER18HXA2841
EAN 0824142435762
Manufacturer MSI
Availability Out of Stock
Product Family Raider
Product Videos View Video
Two cosmic-level powers converged, lit up like a supernova, thus born the new cosmic-level gaming powerhouse: Raider 18 HX AI. Featuring up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 285HX and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU , with improved efficiency and graphics power, overboost ultra getting higher up to 260W paired with a 18" display, witness and experience this new speculator with glamour and power.

Desktop-Level Performance with Efficiency
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 285HX
Unlocking new level of performance with whole-new P-core & E-core architecture bringing improved performance per watt, the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 285HX is here to make portable gaming cooler, quieter with elite-level performance.

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.

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.

MSI Overboost Ultra Technology
When under extreme workloads require full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost Ultra technology delivers maximum combined CPU and GPU performance, or sets Max Boost performance across all 8 P-Cores when only the CPU is utilized.

Cooler, Everywhere
Driven by innovative design, the Raider 18 HX AI's 3D cooling stands, alongside dual fans and seven copper pipes, completely transform thermal efficiency. This clever setup ensures your device maintains peak performance consistently, even during heavy resource demanding workloads.

Light 'em Up
The Mystic Light with matrix lightbar design of Raider 18 HX AI is a game changer of RGB lighting. The matrix light bar presents the new aesthetics of technology and future. With 16.8 million colors, it can personalize lighting and create a gaming atmosphere for gamers.

18-inch 4K Mini LED 120Hz Display
Indulge in unmatched realism with the Mini LED 4K display's ultra-high resolution whether you are indoors, outdoors, or under direct sunlight. Revel in the outstanding performance of DisplayHDR 1000 and vibrant color gamut. Elevate your gaming experience with a swift 120Hz refresh rate. Immerse yourself in the true essence of gaming.

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.

High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs with blazing-fast transfer speeds and up to DDR5-6400MHz memory, the Raider 18 HX AI offers extreme data performance and unmatched gaming and multitasking capability. Experience peak efficiency for all your workloads.

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.

Thunderbolt™ Share
Effortless End-to-End Control Powered by Thunderbolt™

Take your productivity to the next level with Thunderbolt™ Share. Seamlessly control two laptops, sync folders, drag and drop files,or migrate data at lightning-fast Thunderbolt™ 4 or 5 speeds. Whether you’re setting up a new device or multitasking across machines,Thunderbolt™ Share makes it feel like one unified system.

6X Speakers Sound System
Raider 18 HX AI comes with a world-class 6-speaker surround sound system by Dynaudio. Built with powerful bass sound & clearer vocals, supporting Nahimic and Hi-Res Audio to meet the highest acoustic expectations.

Full Support for All Possibility
Raider 18 HX AI comes with a comprehensive package of I/O ports to support a variety of devices and display output. Giving gamers maximized flexibility when 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, there’s always something new to play. Redeem Xbox Game Pass through your purchased MSI laptop via Microsoft Store APP.
Design
Colour nameCore Black
Product typeLaptop
Market positioningGaming
Form factorClamshell
Product colourBlack
Original brand nameMSI
Display
HD typeUHD+
Panel typeMini LED
TouchscreenNo
Display resolution3840 x 2400 pixels
Display diagonal18"
Anti-glare screenYes
Maximum refresh rate120 Hz
RGB colour spaceDCI-P3
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologyDisplayHDR 1000
Colour gamut100%
Native aspect ratio16:10
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supportedYes
Processor
Processor generationIntel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor cache36 MB
Processor model285HX
Processor boost frequency5.5 GHz
Processor cores24
Processor threads24
Motherboard chipsetIntel SoC
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor familyIntel Core Ultra 9
Processor base power55 W
Maximum turbo power160 W
Efficient-core base frequency2.1 GHz
Performance-core base frequency2.8 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency4.6 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency5.5 GHz
Performance cores8
Efficient cores16
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)Intel AI Boost
Sparsity supportYes
Windows Studio effects supportYes
AI software frameworks supported by NPUDirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Total processor performance up to36 TOPs
NPU performance up to13 TOPs
GPU performance up to8 TOPs
Memory
Internal memory32 GB
Internal memory typeDDR5-SDRAM
Memory clock speed5600 MHz
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory96 GB
Storage
SSD form factorM.2
Storage mediaSSD
Optical drive typeNo
Number of SSDs installed1
SSD capacity1 TB
SSD interfacePCI Express 4.0
Card reader integratedYes
Compatible memory cardsSD
Total storage capacity1 TB
Total SSDs capacity1 TB
NVMeYes
Graphics
Discrete graphics cardYes
Discrete graphics card memory24 GB
On-board graphics card familyIntel® Graphics
On-board graphics cardYes
On-board graphics card modelIntel® Graphics
Discrete graphics card modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
Discrete graphics memory typeGDDR7
Discrete GPU manufacturerNVIDIA
On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
Audio
Number of built-in speakers2
Speaker power2 W
Built-in subwooferYes
Camera
Front cameraYes
Front camera resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Video capturing speed30 fps
Privacy cameraYes
Privacy typePrivacy shutter
Front camera HD typeFull HD
Infrared (IR) cameraYes
Optical drive
Optical drive typeNo
Network
Mobile network connectionNo
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Ethernet LANYes
Ethernet LAN data rates2500 Mbit/s
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth version5.4
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity2
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate ModeYes
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI version2.1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Combo headphone/mic portYes
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity2
Intel® Thunderbolt 4Yes
Performance
Motherboard chipsetIntel SoC
Keyboard
Pointing deviceTouchpad
Numeric keypadYes
Keyboard backlitYes
Keyboard backlit colourRGB
Keyboard backlit zonePer-key RGB
Copilot keyYes
Software
Operating system installedWindows 11 Home
Technical details
Market positioningGaming
Form factorClamshell
Product colourBlack
Discrete graphics card memory24 GB
Battery
Number of battery cells4
Battery capacity99.99 Wh
Power
AC adapter power400 W
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
USB Type-C charging portYes
Security
Cable lock slot typeKensington
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Yes
Fingerprint readerYes
Cable lock slotYes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version2.0
Weight & dimensions
Width15.9" (404 mm)
Depth12.1" (307 mm)
Height1.26" (32 mm)
Weight7.94 lbs (3.6 kg)
Packaging data
AC adapter includedYes
Packaging content
AC adapter includedYes
Other features
On-board graphics cardYes
AC adapter includedYes
Anti-glare screenYes