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MSI Raider 18 HX A14V
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MSI Raider 18 HX A14V

Expert rating8.8 / 10

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CPU:
Core i9-14900HX
GPU:
RTX 4080 12GB
RAM:
32GB DDR5
Display:
18" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz

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Manufacturer: MSI Last updated: 2026-10-10

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MSI Raider 18 HX A14V Review

MSI Raider 18 HX A14V with Core i9-14900HX, RTX 4080 12GB and 32GB dual-channel DDR5 in an 18-inch desktop-replacement chassis.

MSI's flagship 18-inch gaming laptop, with the near-max 99.9Wh battery allowed on aircraft and a Mini LED display option.

Overview

The Raider 18 HX pairs the full 24-core HX processor with an RTX 4080 in an 18-inch 165Hz chassis, with a large 99.9Wh battery.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.8 / 10

The Raider 18 HX is a desktop replacement with a Core i9-14900HX, an RTX 40 series GPU with 12GB of VRAM and an 18-inch 2560-wide IPS panel at 165Hz. It suits high frame-rate gaming, with 32GB of DDR5, a free M.2 slot, Thunderbolt 4 and a 99.9Wh battery.

At 3.3 kg it is meant to stay on a desk. Both memory slots are filled, so adding RAM means replacing modules up to 64GB, and WiFi 6E is the wireless limit.

Best for

  • High frame-rate 18-inch gaming

Not for

  • Portability-focused buyers

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandMSI
SeriesRaider 18 HX
Series IDmsi-raider-18-hx-a14v
SKU NameRaider 18 HX A14V (i9-14900HX, RTX 4080, 32GB, 1TB)
Chassis CodeA14VHG
Region SoldGlobal

Class and platform

Laptop ClassDesktop Replacement
Release Year2024
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Weight3.3 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore i9-14900HX
CPU Cores24
CPU Base Power55 W
CPU Max Turbo Power157 W

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured
Power Adapter Wattage330 W

Graphics

GPU BrandNVIDIA
GPU ModelGeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
VRAM12 GB
GPU Max Graphics Power150 W
Graphics SwitchingAdvanced Optimus

Memory

RAM Capacity32 GB
RAM TypeDDR5
RAM Speed5600 MT/s
Memory Form FactorSO-DIMM
Memory SolderedNo
Max RAM Supported64 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots2
RAM Slots Free0
Storage Slots2
Storage Slots Free1
Storage Form FactorM.2 2280
Storage InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity1000 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size18 inches
Resolution Width2560 px
Resolution Height1600 px
Refresh Rate165 Hz
Panel TypeIPS
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity99.9 Wh
Thunderbolt SupportThunderbolt 4
WiFi StandardWiFi 6E

FAQs

Can you upgrade the RAM in the MSI Raider 18 HX A14V?

Yes. It uses SO-DIMM memory in 2 slots (all filled as shipped). It ships with 32 GB of DDR5. The maximum supported is 64 GB.

Can you upgrade the SSD in the MSI Raider 18 HX A14V?

Yes. It has 2 M.2 2280 slots (PCIe 4.0 x4). 1 is free as shipped, so you can add a second drive. It ships with 1000 GB NVMe SSD.

What display does the MSI Raider 18 HX A14V have?

The MSI Raider 18 HX A14V has a 18-inch, 2560x1600, IPS, 165 Hz non-touch display.

Does the MSI Raider 18 HX A14V have Thunderbolt?

Yes. It supports Thunderbolt 4.

How big is the battery in the MSI Raider 18 HX A14V?

The MSI Raider 18 HX A14V has a 99.9 Wh battery.

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