Engineered to meet the demands of STEM professionals, the Vector A16 HX delivers cutting-edge performance with uncompromising stability. It functions as a high-tech engine, seamlessly processing complex data with speed and precision. Whether you're developing software, analyzing data, or running simulations, the Vector A16 HX provides the performance and reliability engineers need to tackle any challenge confidently.
Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Max-Q technologies
OverBoost Ultra Technology
Total Power 240W
Discrete Graphics Mode
MUX Design
Wi-Fi 7
Enjoy Speedy Streaming
The Ultimate Gaming Processor Evolved: Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Processor
Game like never before with the latest AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Processor, featuring the latest Zen 4 architecture,
gamers can now harness the power of ultimate performance on the processor built for gaming and more.
*Specs varies by model.
Up to
16
Cores
Up to
32
Threads
Up to
5.3GHz
Max. Boost Clock
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.
Game Changer
GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOPS
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI
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.
AI, Ready for You
MSI Gaming Laptops are NVIDIA NIM-ready and engineered to run NVIDIA NIM
microservices—optimized AI models for language, speech, vision, content generation,
and more. With these tools, enthusiasts and developers can build AI assistants,
develop productivity plugins, or craft innovative content creation workflows locally
on RTX AI PCs. Shape tomorrow’s AI today with the power of NVIDIA RTX™.
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI 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 AI
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.
Innovative Cooling Solution
Crafted for perfection, our latest Cooler Boost 5 design offers tailored thermal solutions for both
the CPU and GPU. With larger fans and broader heat pipes, it ensures optimal performance even during
the most intense gaming sessions.
2
Fans
6
Heat Pipes
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!
*Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.
Key Travel
1.7mm
Highlighted
WASD
Equipped with
Number Pad
Unmatched Visuals
MSI gaming laptops are designed for gamers, featuring high-resolution displays and ultra-fast refresh rates. Experience a more lifelike and seamless gaming world than ever before.
*Optional. Actual specification may vary by configurations.
16"
Immersive Display
16:10
Golden Ratio display
QHD+
Resolution
240Hz
Refresh rate
100% DCI-P3
Expand your vision across multiple display with HDMI™ and USB4.
Discrete Graphics Mode (MUX SWITCH)
Select between "Discrete Graphics Mode" or "MSHybrid Graphics Mode" (NVIDIA Optimus), the switchable graphics technology offers powerful gaming performance and efficiency with a single click.
Ready For Next-gen Wireless
Wi-Fi 7 delivers multi-gigabit speeds up to 5.8 Gbps on 5 and 6GHz bands, with 320MHz channel bandwidths.
Enjoy ultra-low latency of just 2ms and jitter-free performance,
even with multiple connections. The 6GHz spectrum provides additional capacity for enhanced performance.
*Based on theoretical maximum performance. May vary by wireless configuration. *optional.
Fortifying Security
Enhance privacy and security with Webcam Shutter, allowing users to disable 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.
Full Support For All Possibilities
The Vector A16 HX comes with the most complete I/O ports to support all kinds of data transmission or display output, giving gamers maximized flexibility in using the laptop.
1USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A2USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A3Audio Combo Jack
*PD Charging supports 65W (20V@3.25A) and up to (28V@5A) 140W PD Charging at System running (S0 Power State) and Sleep mode (Modern Standby Low-Power Idle State),
15W(5V@3A) and up to 140W(28V@5A) at Hibernate (S4 Power State), Off (S5 Power State).
The overall system performance may be affected in order to adapt the charging current.
The charging rate will vary depending on the system and battery status. MSI PD Charger is recommended.
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.
*Spec and bundle offer vary by model and by country.
Please refer to the final specification of the product purchased for Xbox Game Pass pre-installed details.
“ This year it sticks the landing across almost every measure for the laptops our readers rate specifically for gameplay — MSI's area of expertise.” — PCMag 2025
Vector A16 HX
Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Processor
Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB 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 240W
One month of PC Game Pass
(Eligible Region: Please visit https://www.xbox.com/regions for the newest information.
* Spec and bundle offer may vary by model and by country. Please refer to the final specification of the product purchased for
Xbox Game Pass pre-installed details.)
* Configuration may vary by models, please check spec sheet for detail info.
*Copilot key feature availability varies by market, see aka.ms/Keysupport
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