MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG 16″ Core Ultra 9 275HX 32GB 1TB Windows 11 Home Cosmos Gray Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Model | MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG |
| Part Number | A2XWIG-229ZA |
| Product Type | Gaming Laptop |
| Colour | Cosmos Gray |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home 64-bit |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 2.7 GHz P-core base, up to 5.4 GHz, 36MB cache |
| Cores / Threads | 24 cores (8P + 16E) / 24 threads |
| NPU | Intel AI Boost, up to 13 TOPS |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7, 1334 AI TOPS |
| Memory | 32GB (2x 16GB) DDR5-6400, 2 slots, expandable to 96GB |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD; 1x M.2 PCIe Gen4 and 1x M.2 PCIe Gen5 slot |
| Display | |
| Screen | 16″ IPS-level, non-touch |
| Resolution | (2560 x 1600) QHD+, 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz |
| Camera, Audio & Input | |
| Webcam | IR Full HD 1080p (30fps) with HDR, 3D noise reduction and privacy shutter |
| Audio | 2x 2W speakers, array microphone |
| Keyboard | 24-zone RGB gaming keyboard with Copilot key |
| Connectivity | |
| Wi-Fi | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 5, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, SD Express card reader, RJ45 2.5Gb Ethernet, 3.5mm combo audio jack |
| Security & Durability | |
| Security | Firmware TPM 2.0, webcam shutter, Kensington lock |
| Battery & Physical | |
| Battery | 90Wh, 4-cell |
| Power Adapter | 330W |
| Dimensions | 357 x 284 x 22.20-28.55 mm |
| Weight | 2.7 kg |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 2 year carry-in |
Key Features
- Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 24 cores: Boosts to 5.4 GHz for high frame rates in CPU-heavy games and fast exports.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB: High-end QHD+ gaming with ray tracing and DLSS 4 at high settings.
- 16″ QHD+ 240Hz IPS-level panel: Sharp 2560 x 1600 detail with very smooth motion.
- 32GB DDR5-6400, up to 96GB: Fast dual-channel memory with room to upgrade later.
- 1TB SSD plus a PCIe Gen5 M.2 slot: Add a very fast second drive when you need more space.
- 2x Thunderbolt 5 and SD Express: Very fast external storage, docks and card transfers.
About the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG
The MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG (part number A2XWIG-229ZA) is the RTX 5080 model in MSI’s Vector 16 HX AI line, a balanced choice between the RTX 5070 and RTX 5090 versions. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with an RTX 5080 16GB, 32GB of DDR5-6400, a 1TB NVMe SSD and a 16″ QHD+ 240Hz IPS-level screen. It suits gamers who want high settings in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or Black Myth: Wukong at 1600p, and streamers and editors who use the GPU’s 16GB of video memory for encoding and effects.
Why Buy from PC International
PC International has supplied computer hardware to South African homes and businesses since 1994. Visit our showroom at 200 Bram Fischer Drive, Randburg, Johannesburg to see products in person, or contact us for quotes on volume, school and corporate orders. We are a BBBEE Level 1 supplier.
