MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-042 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 64 GB DDR5-SDRAM 2 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Pro Black
Product overview & specifications
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (36MB Cache), 64GB DDR5-SDRAM, 2000GB SSD, 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 3840 x 2400 Mini LED, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Pro
Stealth 18 HX AI is the full evolution for coming era. Born for AI, design and performance. A mighty combination for gaming, business and creativity. Succeed in whatever you strive for, no matter where you go.
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Colour name | Midnight Black |
| Product type | Laptop |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Black |
| Original brand name | MSI |
| Display | |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | Mini LED |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 45.7 cm (18") |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 1000 |
| Colour gamut | 100% |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| Processor | |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor boost frequency | 5.4 GHz |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 Express |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2.7 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4.6 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| 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 |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
| Memory | |
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Storage | |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Graphics | |
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| Audio | |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Camera | |
| Front camera | Yes |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Optical drive | |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Network | |
| Mobile network connection | No |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| 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 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 Express |
| Keyboard | |
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Copilot key | Yes |
| Software | |
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
| Technical details | |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Black |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Battery | |
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 99.99 Wh |
| Power | |
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
| AC adapter input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| Security | |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 399 mm |
| Depth | 289 mm |
| Height | 24 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 598 mm |
| Package height | 377 mm |
| Package depth | 173 mm |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Packaging content | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Other features | |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-042 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 64 GB DDR5-SDRAM 2 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Pro Black
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MSI Stealth 18 HX AI A2XWIG-042 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 64 GB DDR5-SDRAM 2 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Pro Black
£5,177.52
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (36MB Cache), 64GB DDR5-SDRAM, 2000GB SSD, 45.7 cm (18") UHD+ 3840 x 2400 Mini LED, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Pro
Stealth 18 HX AI is the full evolution for coming era. Born for AI, design and performance. A mighty combination for gaming, business and creativity. Succeed in whatever you strive for, no matter where you go.
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Colour name | Midnight Black |
| Product type | Laptop |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Black |
| Original brand name | MSI |
| Display | |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | Mini LED |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 45.7 cm (18") |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 1000 |
| Colour gamut | 100% |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| Processor | |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor boost frequency | 5.4 GHz |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 Express |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2.7 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4.6 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| 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 |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
| Memory | |
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Storage | |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Graphics | |
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| Audio | |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Camera | |
| Front camera | Yes |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Optical drive | |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Network | |
| Mobile network connection | No |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| 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 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM870 Express |
| Keyboard | |
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Copilot key | Yes |
| Software | |
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
| Technical details | |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Black |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Battery | |
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 99.99 Wh |
| Power | |
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
| AC adapter input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| Security | |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 399 mm |
| Depth | 289 mm |
| Height | 24 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 598 mm |
| Package height | 377 mm |
| Package depth | 173 mm |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Packaging content | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Other features | |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |