AC adapter included Packaging content - Yes
AC adapter power Power - 240 W
AI software frameworks supported by NPU Neural processor unit (NPU) - DirectML/ONNX RT/OpenVINO/WebNN/Windows ML
Anti-glare screen Display - Yes
Audio - Audio system - Nahimic 3
Audio - Number of built-in speakers - 2
Audio - Speaker power - 2 W
Audio - Speakers manufacturer - Nahimic
Audio system Audio - Nahimic 3
Battery - Battery capacity - 90 Wh
Battery - Battery capacity - 5815 mAh
Battery - Number of battery cells - 4
Battery capacity Battery - 90 Wh
Battery capacity Battery - 5815 mAh
Bluetooth Network - Yes
Bluetooth version Network - 5.3
Brand - MSI
BrandPartCode - CROSSHAIR 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL
Bundled software Software - Nvidia App, Nahimic 3, MSI App Player, Mystic Light, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, Intel Application Optimization, Microsoft Effect Pack (MEP)
Cable lock slot Security - Yes
Cable lock slot type Security - Kensington
Camera - Front camera - Yes
Camera - Front camera HD type - HD
Camera - Front camera resolution - 1280 x 720 pixels
Camera - Video capturing speed - 30 fps
Category - Laptops
Category Code - NB
Colour gamut Display - 100 %
Combo headphone/mic port Ports & interfaces - Yes
Copilot key Keyboard - Yes
Depth Weight & dimensions - 280 mm
Description - A powerful upgrade just dropped in your area: Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XW is bigger and stronger with toughness in its design, loaded with cutting-edge specs that bring tactical advantage to your game. Pick up the loot, aim with precision, and strike with power! Desktop-Level Performance with Efficiency
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX
Unlocking 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 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. MSI Overboost Technology
When extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU resources, MSI Overboost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 170W. 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. Reshaped for Max Cooling
The new cooling vent with shared-pipe design, up to 6 heat pipes bewtween CPU and GPU, a larger thermal pipes' internal diameter and MSI exclusive thermal grease, you can be assured of getting the maximum performance while extreme gaming. Bigger, Clearer, Smoother
The 18" QHD+ panel delivers a wide, stunning visual clarity while its 240Hz refresh rate ensures fluid and smooth on-screen motion, providing an immersive and responsive gaming experience. 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! High Speed Combo
With support for up to 2 SSDs, blazing-fast transfer speeds and up to DDR5 memory, Crosshair 18 HX AI offers extreme data performance and unmatched gaming and multitasking capability. Experience peak efficiency for all your workloads. The Way Music Should Be
Immerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio. Next Level Audio Immersion
Experience and listen to audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth. Extraordinary Wireless Experience
The latest Wi-Fi 6E delivers stunning speed while keeping the network smooth and stable even when sharing the network with numerous users. Webcam Shutter
The Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XW adds a Webcam Shutter, letting users physically block the camera to ensure and maintain privacy. Get All the Buffs
The exclusive MSI Center helps you control and customize your MSI laptop the way you want. Seamless Gaming Experience
Developed under an exclusive partnership with BlueStacks, the MSI APP Player provides a seamless gaming experience between mobile gaming and the PC. 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.Windows 11 HomeIntel Core Ultra 7 255HX (30MB Cache)45.7 cm (18") Quad HD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS-Level, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (8GB GDDR7)32GB (5600MHz) DDR5-SDRAM (2 x 16) & 1000GB SSD
Design - Form factor - Clamshell
Design - Housing material - Metal, Plastic
Design - Original brand name - MSI
Design - Product colour - Black
Design - Product type - Laptop
Discrete GPU manufacturer Graphics - NVIDIA
Discrete graphics card Graphics - Yes
Discrete graphics card memory Graphics - 8 GB
Discrete graphics card model Graphics - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Discrete graphics memory type Graphics - GDDR7
Display - Anti-glare screen - Yes
Display - Colour gamut - 100%
Display - Display brightness - 500 cd/m²
Display - Display diagonal - 45.7 cm (18")
Display - Display resolution - 2560 x 1600 pixels
Display - HD type - Quad HD+
Display - Maximum refresh rate - 240 Hz
Display - Native aspect ratio - 16:10
Display - Panel type - IPS-Level
Display - RGB colour space - DCI-P3
Display - Touchscreen - No
Display brightness Display - 500 cd/m²
Display diagonal Display - 18 "
Display resolution Display - 2560 x 1600 pixels
Efficient-core base frequency Processor - 1.8 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency Processor - 4.5 GHz
Efficient cores Processor - 12
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports Ports & interfaces - 1
Ethernet LAN data rates Network - 10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN Network - Yes
Form factor Design - Clamshell
Front camera Camera - Yes
Front camera HD type Camera - HD
Front camera resolution Camera - 1280 x 720 pixels
GPU performance up to Neural processor unit (NPU) - 8 TOPs
Graphics - Discrete GPU manufacturer - NVIDIA
Graphics - Discrete graphics card - Yes
Graphics - Discrete graphics card memory - 8 GB
Graphics - Discrete graphics card model - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Graphics - Discrete graphics memory type - GDDR7
Graphics - On-board GPU manufacturer - Intel
Graphics - On-board graphics card - Yes
Graphics - On-board graphics card family - Intel Graphics
Graphics - On-board graphics card model - Intel Graphics
GTIN - 4711377382144
HDMI ports quantity Ports & interfaces - 1
HDMI version Ports & interfaces - 2.1
HD type Display - Quad HD+
Height Weight & dimensions - 29.9 mm
Housing material Design - Metal,Plastic
Intel® Thunderbolt 4 Ports & interfaces - Yes
Internal memory Memory - 32 GB
Internal memory type Memory - DDR5-SDRAM
Keyboard - Copilot key - Yes
Keyboard - Keyboard backlit - Yes
Keyboard - Keyboard backlit colour - RGB
Keyboard - Keyboard backlit zone - 24-zone RGB
Keyboard - Numeric keypad - Yes
Keyboard - Pointing device - Touchpad
Keyboard backlit colour Keyboard - RGB
Keyboard backlit Keyboard - Yes
Keyboard backlit zone Keyboard - 24-zone RGB
LongDesc - A powerful upgrade just dropped in your area: Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XW is bigger and stronger with toughness in its design, loaded with cutting-edge specs that bring tactical advantage to your game. Pick up the loot, aim with precision, and strike with power!Desktop-Level Performance with EfficiencyUp 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 LaptopsGame 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.MSI Overboost TechnologyWhen extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU resources, MSI Overboost technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 170W.Now Even SmarterExperience 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.Reshaped for Max CoolingThe new cooling vent with shared-pipe design, up to 6 heat pipes bewtween CPU and GPU, a larger thermal pipes' internal diameter and MSI exclusive thermal grease, you can be assured of getting the maximum performance while extreme gaming.Bigger, Clearer, SmootherThe 18" QHD+ panel delivers a wide, stunning visual clarity while its 240Hz refresh rate ensures fluid and smooth on-screen motion, providing an immersive and responsive gaming experience.Immerse Yourself in Gaming AmbianceExperience 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!High Speed ComboWith support for up to 2 SSDs, blazing-fast transfer speeds and up to DDR5 memory, Crosshair 18 HX AI offers extreme data performance and unmatched gaming and multitasking capability. Experience peak efficiency for all your workloads.The Way Music Should BeImmerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio.Next Level Audio ImmersionExperience and listen to audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth.Extraordinary Wireless ExperienceThe latest Wi-Fi 6E delivers stunning speed while keeping the network smooth and stable even when sharing the network with numerous users.Webcam ShutterThe Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XW adds a Webcam Shutter, letting users physically block the camera to ensure and maintain privacy.Get All the BuffsThe exclusive MSI Center helps you control and customize your MSI laptop the way you want.Seamless Gaming ExperienceDeveloped under an exclusive partnership with BlueStacks, the MSI APP Player provides a seamless gaming experience between mobile gaming and the PC.DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVORITE GAMEEnjoy 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.
LongProductName - Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (30MB Cache), 32GB DDR5-SDRAM, 1000GB SSD, 45.7 cm (18") Quad HD+ 2560 x 1600 IPS-Level, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (8GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Home
LongSummaryDescription - MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 7, Processor model: 255HX. Display diagonal: 45.7 cm (18"), HD type: Quad HD+, Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels. Internal memory: 32 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 5070. Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home. Product colour: Black
M.2 SSD size Storage - 2280 (22 x 80 mm)
Maximum internal memory Memory - 96 GB
Maximum refresh rate Display - 240 Hz
Maximum turbo power Processor - 160 W
Memory - Internal memory - 32 GB
Memory - Internal memory type - DDR5-SDRAM
Memory - Maximum internal memory - 96 GB
Memory - Memory clock speed - 6400 MHz
Memory - Memory layout (slots x size) - 2 x 16 GB
Memory - Memory slots - 2x SO-DIMM
Memory clock speed Memory - 6400 MHz
Memory layout (slots x size) Memory - 2 x 16 GB
Memory slots Memory - 2x SO-DIMM
Mobile network connection Network - No
Motherboard chipset Performance - HM870
Native aspect ratio Display - 16:10
NB Family name - Crosshair
Network - Bluetooth - Yes
Network - Bluetooth version - 5.3
Network - Ethernet LAN - Yes
Network - Ethernet LAN data rates - 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Network - Mobile network connection - No
Network - Top Wi-Fi standard - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Network - Wi-Fi standards - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Network - WLAN controller manufacturer - Intel
Network - WLAN controller model - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Neural processor unit (NPU) - AI software frameworks supported by NPU - DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Neural processor unit (NPU) - GPU performance up to - 8 TOPs
Neural processor unit (NPU) - Neural processor unit (NPU) - Intel AI Boost
Neural processor unit (NPU) - NPU performance up to - 13 TOPs
Neural processor unit (NPU) - Sparsity support - Yes
Neural processor unit (NPU) - Total processor performance up to - 33 TOPs
Neural processor unit (NPU) - Windows Studio effects support - Yes
Neural processor unit (NPU) Neural processor unit (NPU) - Intel AI Boost
NPU performance up to Neural processor unit (NPU) - 13 TOPs
Number of battery cells Battery - 4
Number of built-in speakers Audio - 2
Number of SSDs installed Storage - 1
Numeric keypad Keyboard - Yes
NVMe Storage - Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer Graphics - Intel
On-board graphics card family Graphics - Intel Graphics
On-board graphics card Graphics - Yes
On-board graphics card model Graphics - Intel Graphics
Operating system installed Software - Windows 11 Home
Optical drive type Storage - No
Original brand name Design - MSI
Other features - Warranty period - 2 year(s)
Packaging content - AC adapter included - Yes
Panel type Display - IPS-Level
Performance-core base frequency Processor - 2.4 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency Processor - 5.2 GHz
Performance - Motherboard chipset - HM870
Performance cores Processor - 8
Pointing device Keyboard - Touchpad
Ports & interfaces - Combo headphone/mic port - Yes
Ports & interfaces - Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports - 1
Ports & interfaces - HDMI ports quantity - 1
Ports & interfaces - HDMI version - 2.1
Ports & interfaces - Intel® Thunderbolt 4 - Yes
Ports & interfaces - Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity - 1
Ports & interfaces - USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity - 3
Ports & interfaces - USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode - Yes
Power - AC adapter power - 240 W
Power - USB Power Delivery (USB PD) - Yes
Power - USB Type-C charging port - No
Processor - Efficient-core base frequency - 1.8 GHz
Processor - Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency - 4.5 GHz
Processor - Efficient cores - 12
Processor - Maximum turbo power - 160 W
Processor - Performance-core base frequency - 2.4 GHz
Processor - Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency - 5.2 GHz
Processor - Performance cores - 8
Processor - Processor base power - 55 W
Processor - Processor boost frequency - 5.2 GHz
Processor - Processor cache - 30 MB
Processor - Processor cores - 20
Processor - Processor family - Intel Core Ultra 7
Processor - Processor generation - Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor - Processor manufacturer - Intel
Processor - Processor model - 255HX
Processor - Processor threads - 20
Processor base power Processor - 55 W
Processor boost frequency Processor - 5.2 GHz
Processor cache Processor - 30 MB
Processor cores Processor - 20
Processor family Processor - Intel Core Ultra 7
Processor generation Processor - Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor manufacturer Processor - Intel
Processor model Processor - 255HX
Processor threads Processor - 20
Product colour Design - Black
ProductName - Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL
Product type Design - Laptop
RGB colour space Display - DCI-P3
Security - Cable lock slot - Yes
Security - Cable lock slot type - Kensington
ShortSummaryDescription - MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL, Intel Core Ultra 7, 45.7 cm (18"), 2560 x 1600 pixels, 32 GB, 1 TB, Windows 11 Home
Software - Bundled software - Nvidia App, Nahimic 3, MSI App Player, Mystic Light, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, Intel Application Optimization, Microsoft Effect Pack (MEP)
Software - Operating system installed - Windows 11 Home
Sparsity support Neural processor unit (NPU) - Yes
Speaker power Audio - 2 W
Speakers manufacturer Audio - Nahimic
SSD capacity Storage - 1000 GB
SSD form factor Storage - M.2
SSD interface Storage - PCI Express 4.0
Storage - M.2 SSD size - 2280 (22 x 80 mm)
Storage - Number of SSDs installed - 1
Storage - NVMe - Yes
Storage - Optical drive type - No
Storage - SSD capacity - 1 TB
Storage - SSD form factor - M.2
Storage - SSD interface - PCI Express 4.0
Storage - Storage media - SSD
Storage - Total SSDs capacity - 1 TB
Storage - Total storage capacity - 1 TB
Storage media Storage - SSD
Summary - MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 7, Processor model: 255HX. Display diagonal: 45.7 cm (18"), HD type: Quad HD+, Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels. Internal memory: 32 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 5070. Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home. Product colour: Black
Sustainability - Sustainability certificates - EPEAT Silver
Sustainability certificates Sustainability - EPEAT Silver
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity Ports & interfaces - 1
Title - MSI Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG-049NL Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") Quad HD+ 32 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Windows 11 Home Black
Top Wi-Fi standard Network - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Total processor performance up to Neural processor unit (NPU) - 33 TOPs
Total SSDs capacity Storage - 1000 GB
Total storage capacity Storage - 1000 GB
Touchscreen Display - No
Unit Box Height - 0.405
Unit Box Length - 0.55
Unit Box Width - 0.105
Unit Calculated Volume - 0.02339 cubm
Unit Calculated Weight - 5.8 kg
Units per Pallet - 0
Units per Shipping Box - 1
URL - https://www.msi.com/Laptop/Crosshair-18-HX-AI-A2XWX/Overview
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity Ports & interfaces - 3
USB Power Delivery (USB PD) Power - Yes
USB Type-C charging port Power - No
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode Ports & interfaces - Yes
Vendor Homepage - https://www.msi.com/Laptop/Crosshair-18-HX-AI-A2XWX/Overview
Video capturing speed Camera - 30 fps
Warranty - 24/12L months
WarrantyInfo - 2 years
Warranty period Other features - 2 year(s)
Weight & dimensions - Depth - 280 mm
Weight & dimensions - Height - 29.9 mm
Weight & dimensions - Weight - 2.9 kg
Weight & dimensions - Width - 404 mm
Weight Weight & dimensions - 2900 g
Wi-Fi standards Network - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Width Weight & dimensions - 404 mm
Windows Studio effects support Neural processor unit (NPU) - Yes
WLAN controller manufacturer Network - Intel
WLAN controller model Network - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
