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MSI Vector A16 HX A8WIG-071ZA 16-inch QHD+ Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 1TB SSD 32GB RAM RTX 5080 Win 11 Home
Key Features
- Windows 11 Home (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)
- Powered by AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
- Fast Wi-Fi 6E connectivity

Designed for STEM professionals, the Vector A16 HX delivers cutting-edge performance and rock-solid stability. It acts as a high-tech brain, seamlessly processing complex data with speed and precision. From software development to data analysis and simulations, the Vector A16 HX provides the performance and reliability engineers need to succeed.
Features
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.
GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop
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.
GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop
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.
MSI OverBoost Ultra Technology
When extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost Ultra technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 240W.
- 240W based on configuration of AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX series with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 laptop GPU and above.*
Under Extreme Performance mode by MSI Center with AC power.*
May vary by scenario.*
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
- 7 Heat Pipes

High Speed Combo
Vector A16 HX come with the ultimate combination of data transfer interface and the widest bandwidth to obtain the unrivaled 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!
Please note: Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.*
- 1.7mm Key Travel
- WASD Highlighted
- Equipped with Number Pad

Full Support For All Possibility
The Vector A16 HX comes with the most complete I/O ports to support all kinds of data transmission or display output. Giving gamers the maximized flexibility in using the laptop.
- PD Charging supports 65W ([email protected]) 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.*
Unmatched Visuals
MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.

- Specifications and Images may vary depending upon region / model.
Technical Specification
Product: MSI Vector A16 HX A8WIG-071ZA Gaming Laptop
Product type: Laptop
Form factor: Clamshell
Processor family: AMD Ryzen 9 8000-series
Processor model: 8940HX
Processor frequency: 2.40 / 5.30 GHz (64MB L3 Cache, 16 Cores)
NPU: Not Supported
Display diagonal: 40.6 cm (16")
HD type: Quad HD+
Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Display: Non-Touch, 16:10, 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel
Internal memory: 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM
Total storage capacity: 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 w/o DRAM
Storage media: SSD
On-board graphics card model: AMD Radeon 610M Graphics
Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
Keyboard: 24-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with AI key and Number-pad
Camera: 1080p FHD IR HDR 3DNR+, with privacy shutter
Fingerprint reader: Not Supported
Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home
Mobile broadband: Not Supported
Product colour: Cosmos Grey
Power adapter: 330W
Weight: 2.70 kg
Warranty: 2-year Carry-in
Ports and slots
- 2x USB4 Type C / DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.1 (Thunderbolt 4 Compatible)
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A
- 1x SD Express Memory Card Reader
- 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz)
- 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
- 1x Audio combo jack
- 1x Kensington Lock slot

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
MSI Vector A16 HX A8WIG-071ZA 16-inch QHD+ Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 1TB SSD 32GB RAM RTX 5080 Win 11 Home
Key Features
- Windows 11 Home (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)
- Powered by AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
- Fast Wi-Fi 6E connectivity

Designed for STEM professionals, the Vector A16 HX delivers cutting-edge performance and rock-solid stability. It acts as a high-tech brain, seamlessly processing complex data with speed and precision. From software development to data analysis and simulations, the Vector A16 HX provides the performance and reliability engineers need to succeed.
Features
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.
GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop
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.
GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop
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.
MSI OverBoost Ultra Technology
When extreme workloads demand full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost Ultra technology delivers peak combined performance with a total power output of 240W.
- 240W based on configuration of AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX series with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 laptop GPU and above.*
Under Extreme Performance mode by MSI Center with AC power.*
May vary by scenario.*
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
- 7 Heat Pipes

High Speed Combo
Vector A16 HX come with the ultimate combination of data transfer interface and the widest bandwidth to obtain the unrivaled 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!
Please note: Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.*
- 1.7mm Key Travel
- WASD Highlighted
- Equipped with Number Pad

Full Support For All Possibility
The Vector A16 HX comes with the most complete I/O ports to support all kinds of data transmission or display output. Giving gamers the maximized flexibility in using the laptop.
- PD Charging supports 65W ([email protected]) 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.*
Unmatched Visuals
MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.

- Specifications and Images may vary depending upon region / model.
Technical Specification
Product: MSI Vector A16 HX A8WIG-071ZA Gaming Laptop
Product type: Laptop
Form factor: Clamshell
Processor family: AMD Ryzen 9 8000-series
Processor model: 8940HX
Processor frequency: 2.40 / 5.30 GHz (64MB L3 Cache, 16 Cores)
NPU: Not Supported
Display diagonal: 40.6 cm (16")
HD type: Quad HD+
Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Display: Non-Touch, 16:10, 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel
Internal memory: 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM
Total storage capacity: 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 w/o DRAM
Storage media: SSD
On-board graphics card model: AMD Radeon 610M Graphics
Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
Keyboard: 24-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with AI key and Number-pad
Camera: 1080p FHD IR HDR 3DNR+, with privacy shutter
Fingerprint reader: Not Supported
Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home
Mobile broadband: Not Supported
Product colour: Cosmos Grey
Power adapter: 330W
Weight: 2.70 kg
Warranty: 2-year Carry-in
Ports and slots
- 2x USB4 Type C / DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.1 (Thunderbolt 4 Compatible)
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A
- 1x SD Express Memory Card Reader
- 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz)
- 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
- 1x Audio combo jack
- 1x Kensington Lock slot























