(13th gen HX-series)
Intel® Core™ i9 processor 13980HX
GeForce RTX™ 4080
Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6
240W CPU+GPU total power
Revolutionary cooling for next-gen gaming
Spare no performance
DESKTOP PERFORMANCE
UP TO INTEL® CORE™ i9-13980HX PROCESSOR
With up to the latest Intel® Core™ i9-13980HX processor comes with 8 Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores, the Vector 16 HX 13V provides an unprecedented boost in your multitasking projects and performance demanding games.
*Performance compared to previous gen i9-12900HX. Specs varies by model.
*Supported by Intel® Core™ i9-13980HX processor exclusively
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24 Cores
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5.6GHz2 P-cores
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5.2GHzALL P-cores
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Intel® ABT/TVBTechnology
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45%Performance Boost
Intel® ABT (Adaptive Boost Technology)improves performance by allowing higher multi-core turbo frequencies.
Intel® TVB (Thermal Velocity Boost) increases clock frequency by up to 100MHz.
GEFORCE RTX 40 SERIES LAPTOPS
BEYOND FAST
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 40 Series Laptop GPUs power the world’s fastest laptops for gamers and creators. Built with the ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, they bring a quantum leap in performance with AI-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing. Plus, the Max-Q suite of technologies optimizes system performance, power, battery life, and acoustics for peak efficiency.
GEFORCE RTX 40 SERIES LAPTOPS
BEYOND FAST FOR GAMERS AND CREATORS
AI-Powered Performance
and Lifelike Graphics*
Get a quantum leap in performance in games and creative apps with AI-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing.
Ray Tracing
Hyperrealistic. Hyperfast.
The Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world. With the power of RTX 40 Series and third-gen RT Cores, you can experience incredibly detailed virtual worlds like never before.
Optimized Power and
Performance
NVIDIA Max-Q is an advanced suite of AI-powered technologies that optimize your system for peak efficiency. This enables blazing-fast laptops that are thin, quiet, and have amazing battery life.
* Cyberpunk 2077 image captured on a desktop with new Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode ON, shown for illustrative purposes only. Actual performance varies by system.
Further With AI, Faster on RTX
Get next-level AI performance on
GeForce RTX.
Discover the RTX AI advantage. Built for the era of AI, GeForce RTX™ and NVIDIA RTX™ GPUs feature specialized AI Tensor Cores that deliver cutting-edge performance and revolutionary capabilities. From enhanced creativity and ultra-efficient productivity to blisteringly fast gaming, the ultimate in AI power on Windows PCs is on RTX.
DISCRETE GRAPHICS MODE (MUX DESIGN) REROUTE THE POWER IN A BLINK
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.
NVIDIA REFLEX
VICTORY MEASURED IN MILLISECONDS
NVIDIA Reflex delivers the lowest latency and best responsiveness for the ultimate competitive advantage. Built to optimize and measure system latency, Reflex provides faster target acquisition, quicker reaction times, and the best aim precision for competitive games.
VIRTUAL REALITY
The highest performance graphics deliver the smoothest, most immersive VR experiences.
RESIZABLE BAR
Resizable BAR is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once, improving performance in many games.
MSI OVERBOOST ULTRA TECHNOLOGY
UNLEASH THE POWER
When extreme workloads require full CPU and GPU resources, MSI OverBoost Ultra technology delivers maximum combined CPU and GPU performance, or sets Max Boost performance across all 8 P-Cores when only the CPU is utilized.
175W
With Dynamic Boost 2.0
TOTAL
240W
65W
*MSI OverBoost Ultra technology: Combined full load of CPU-GPU, maximize 175W graphics power by GeForce RTX™ 4080 Laptop GPU, with 65W by Intel® Core™ i9-13980HX processor.
*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
6
Heat Pipes
PER-KEY RGB GAMING KEYBOARD BY STEELSERIES
Customize each key to your liking and receive real-time in-game status through keyboard lighting, or even watch the lights dance to your favorite tune!
*Lighting effects are only for illustration. Actual effect may vary by software version.
*Lighting can be configured in MSI Center or SteelSeries GG.
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.
*Optional. Actual specification may vary by configurations.
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16"Immersive Display
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16:10Golden Ratio display
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FHD+Resolution
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144HzRefresh rate
Expand your vision across multiple display with HDMI™ 2.1, Thunderbolt™ 4 and USB Type-C.
HIGH SPEED COMBO
Vector Series comes with the ultimate combination of data transfer interface and the widest bandwidth to obtain the unrivaled experience.
*Optional. Actual specification may vary by configurations.
EXTRAORDINARY WIRELESS EXPERIENCE
The latest Wi-Fi 6E delivers stunning speed while keeps the network smooth and stable even when sharing the network with numerous users.
THE WAY MUSIC SHOULD BE
Immerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio.
ELEVATE YOUR AUDIO
Experience audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth.
STEELSERIES GG
Transform your keyboard into a command center by combining multiple keys into one key command, and sync across all SteelSeries gears.
*User interface may vary by models.
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.
FULL SUPPORT FOR ALL POSSIBILITY
The Vector 16 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.
(w/ PD 3.0 charging)
*Support 65W(20V@3.25A) and up to 100W(20V@5A) at System running (S0 Power State), Sleep mode (Modern Standby Low-Power Idle State), 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.
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Reader’s Choice Laptop Winner -
4 Years in A Row
“MSI outshines its competitors in overall satisfaction and likelihood to recommend…”
- PCMag 2024
Vector 16 HX A13V
- Intel® Core™ i9 processor 13980HX
- Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro
(MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) - The latest GeForce RTX™ 4080 Laptop GPU 12GB GDDR6
- Powered by NVIDIA® DLSS 3, ultra-efficient Ada Lovelace arch, and Max-Q Technologies.
- 16" FHD+ (1920x1200), 144Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical)(Optional)
- Cooler Boost 5 with 2 fans and 6 heat pipes
- Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries
- MSI Center provides exclusive Gaming Mode, and Ambient Silent AI for best user experience
- MSI App Player for seamless gaming experience between mobile and PC
- High-Resolution Audio ready
- 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.