MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-052US 18" UHD+ 120Hz Gaming Laptop, AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 2.5GHz, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB, Windows 11 Pro, Core Black

SKU: MSI18HX052 MFR: RAIDERA18HX052
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Key Features

  • Unleash peak performance with the AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, ideal for demanding gaming and creative tasks.
  • Experience silky-smooth visuals on the 18" 120Hz display, perfect for immersive gaming sessions.
  • The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 dedicated graphics card delivers stunning visuals and ray tracing.
  • Enjoy lightning-fast load times with the 2TB SSD, ensuring your games launch in a flash.
  • Stay cool under pressure with effective cooling, maintaining optimal performance during intense use.
  • The responsive keyboard offers precise control, enhancing your gaming and typing experience.
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MSI Raider A18 HX Specifications

  • Color

    Core Black

  • Operating System

    Windows 11 Pro

  • CPU

    Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

  • CPU Speed

    2.5GHz - 5.4GHz

  • Screen Size

    18" (45.7cm) UHD+ (3840 x 2400) 120Hz Mini LED HDR 1000 100% DCI-P3

  • Resolution

    3840x2400
    16:9

  • GPU

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU

  • Video Memory

    24GB GDDR7

  • Keyboard

    SteelSeries per-Key RGB with Anti-Ghost key (99 Key)

  • Speaker

    Sound by Dynaudio, 4x2W Speakers 2x2W Woofer

  • Memory

    64GB (32GBx2)
    DDR5 6400MHz

  • HDD Capacity

    2TB NVMe SSD Gen4x4

  • HDD Interface

    NVMe

  • TPM

    fTPM 2.0

  • LAN

    GB LAN (Up to 2.5G)

  • WLAN

    MTK Wi-Fi 7

  • Bluetooth

    BT 5.4

  • Card Reader

    Full size SD UHS-III

  • Webcam

    IR FHD w/shutter

  • USB

    3x USB 3.2 Gen 2

  • Type-C Port

    2x USB 4/DP&PD 3.1
    (Thunderbolt 4 Compatible)

  • Video Port

    v2.1

  • Audio Port

    1x Audio Combo (1/8")

  • AC Power Adapter

    400W

  • Battery Pack

    4 cell (99.9Whr) Li-Ion

  • Battery Info

    Required, Included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • Dimensions

    15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26" (40.4 x 30.7 x 3.2cm)

  • Weight

    7.94 lbs (3.60kg)

  • UPC Code

    824142408056

About MSI Raider A18 HX

RAIDER A18 HX - Light 'Em Up
Two cosmic forces collided, igniting like a supernova to create the ultimate gaming powerhouse: the Raider A18 HX. Featuring up to an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, it delivers an insane boost in processing and graphics performance. With OverBoost Ultra pushing up to 260W and an immersive 18" display, the Raider A18 HX is where power meets style. Get ready to experience the future of gaming.

• Windows 11 Pro
• AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D Processor
• Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU 24GB GDDR7. Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies
• OverBoost Ultra Technology - Total Power up to 260W
• Wi-Fi 7 - Experience Next-Gen Wireless Connectivity
• Mini LED - 18" 4K Mini LED 120Hz Display

The Ultimate Gaming Processor Evolved: Up to AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D Processor
Game like never before with the latest AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D Processor, featuring the latest Zen 5 architecture, utilizing the re-engineered 2nd Gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology for massive gaming boost, gamers can now harness the power of ultimate performance on the processor built for gaming and more.

• Zen 5 Architecture
• Up to 16 Cores
• Up to 32 Threads
• Up to 144MB with 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache

GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptops
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI, 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.

Game Changer

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.

Al, Ready for You
MSI Gaming Laptops are NVIDIA NIM-ready and engineered to run NVIDIA NIM microservices-optimized Al models for language, speech, vision, content generation, and more. With these tools, enthusiasts and developers can build Al assistants, develop productivity plugins, or craft innovative content creation workflows locally on RTX AI PCs. Shape tomorrow's Al today with the power of NVIDIA RTX.

NVIDIA DLSS 4 Supreme Speed. Superior Visuals. Powered by Al.
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses Al to boost FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. The latest breakthrough, DLSS 4, brings new Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction and Super Resolution, powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs and fifth-generation Tensor Cores. DLSS on GeForce RTX is the best way to play, backed by an NVIDIA Al supercomputer in the cloud constantly improving your PC's gaming capabilities.

Full Ray Tracing with Neural Rendering Game-Changing Realism
The NVIDIA Blackwell architecture unlocks the game-changing realism of full ray tracing. Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series with fourth-gen RT Cores and breakthrough neural rendering technologies accelerated with fifth-gen Tensor Cores.

MSI Overboost Ultra Technology
Under extreme workloads requiring full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 260W.

• GPU 175W With Dynamic Boost 2.0
• TOTAL 260W
• CPU 85W

Cooler Boost 5 Cooler, Everywhere
Driven by innovative design, the Raider A18 HX'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.

• 2 Fans
• Up to 7 Pipes

Light 'em Up
Powered by MSI Mystic Light, the Matrix Lightbar design on the Raider A18 HX is a game-changer in RGB lighting. With its sleek, futuristic aesthetic, the Matrix Lightbar brings cutting-edge technology to life. Offering 16.8 million colors, it lets gamers personalize their setup and create an immersive gaming atmosphere.

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.

• 2,000,000:1 - Contrast Ratio
• 1000 nits Brightness
• P3 100% DCI - P3
• K-Zone : Local Dimming
• AMLED Powered by AUO
• 4K 120Hz
• SGS Certified
• True Color Technology - Per unit Calibration

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.

Unlock efficiency and innovation with Microsoft Copilot
Uncover new opportunities, create compelling content, and solve problems faster anywhere with Microsoft Copilot on Windows, your Al 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.

AI Solutions
MSI's exclusive laptop control hub, and Al solutions, MSI laptops unlock the full potential of your productivity.

AI Engine
MSI Al Engine is able to detect user scenarios and automatically adjust hardware settings to achieve the best performance. With simple Al tuned modes and resources, you can focus on the important things like creating, work and entertainment.

High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs with blazing-fast transfer speeds and DDR5 memory, the Raider A18 HX offers extreme data performance and unmatched gaming and multitasking capability. Experience peak efficiency for all your workloads.

• Super Raid 5 - PCI-E Gen.5/4 SSD
• RAM DDR5

6X Speakers Sound System
Raider A18 HX 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.

• 6x Speakers
• Dynaudio
• High-Res Audio
• Nahimic by Steelseries

WI-FI 7 Ready
Wi-Fi 7 offers multi-gigabit performance, reaching peak speeds of 5.8 Gbps on 5 and 6GHz connections. With 320MHz channel bandwidths, it delivers substantial throughput gains. Enjoy ultra-low 2ms latency and jitter-free experiences across multiple links. The 6GHz spectrum provides additional capacity for enhanced performance.

Fortifying Security
Enhance privacy and security with a Webcam Shutter, allowing users to physically block 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.

MSI APP Player
Developed under an exclusive partnership with BlueStacks, the MSI APP Player provides a seamless gaming experience between mobile gaming and the PC.

SteelSeries GG
Transform your keyboard into a command center by combining multiple keys into one key command, and sync across all SteelSeries gears.

Day to night battery
The 99.9Whr battery capacity is packed to the legal flight limit. Use it anywhere with longer runtime.

Full Support for All Possibility
The Raider A18 HX 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.

MSI Raider A18 HX Features

  • AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor delivers outstanding performance
  • Efficiently manage multi-tasking with Windows 11 Pro, also provide performance & stability to your device
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU 24GB GDDR7. Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies
  • OverBoost Ultra Technology pushes the performance to the next level. Total Power up to 260W
  • 18" UHD+ (3840x2400), 16:10, MiniLED, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typ.), VESA DisplayHDR 1000 Certified, IPS-Level panel
  • Mystic Light with brand new matrix lightbar design
  • Cooler Boost 5 with 2 fans and 7 heat pipes and PCIe Gen5 SSD cooling design
  • 99.9Whr Battery Capacity
  • 6 Speakers sound system design by Dynaudio
  • One month of PC Game Pass

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Unleash peak performance with the AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, ideal for demanding gaming and creative tasks.
  • Experience silky-smooth visuals on the 18" 120Hz display, perfect for immersive gaming sessions.
  • The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 dedicated graphics card delivers stunning visuals and ray tracing.
  • Enjoy lightning-fast load times with the 2TB SSD, ensuring your games launch in a flash.
  • Stay cool under pressure with effective cooling, maintaining optimal performance during intense use.
  • The responsive keyboard offers precise control, enhancing your gaming and typing experience.

What's in the box:

  • MSI Raider A18 HX A9WJG-052US 18" UHD+ 120Hz Gaming Laptop (Core Black)
  • AC Power Adapter
  • MSI 1 Year Limited Warranty