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MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop (Black)

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MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop (Black)
Key Features
  • 5.8 GHz Intel Core i9 (14th Gen)
  • 128GB DDR5 RAM | 4TB M.2 SSD
  • 18" UHD 3840 x 2400 Mini-LED Display
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
Power users can easily play their favorite games, animate, and edit videos with the MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop. Leveraging high-powered components including an Intel Core i9 processor, NVIDIA GeForce graphics, and a large 18" display, the Titan 18 HX makes it easy to play your games and edit your content anywhere.
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MSI HX A14VIG-036US 18" Overview

Power users can easily play their favorite games, animate, and edit videos with the MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop. Leveraging high-powered components including an Intel Core i9 processor, NVIDIA GeForce graphics, and a large 18" display, the Titan 18 HX makes it easy to play your games and edit your content anywhere.

Equipped with a 14th Gen Intel Core i9-14900HX processor, you can take advantage of its hybrid design, gaining up to 5.8 and 4.1 GHz max operating frequencies across the eight Performance and 16 Efficiency cores, respectively. With 128GB of 5600 MHz DDR5 RAM, you can experience faster multitasking performance and render speeds. With a total of 4TB of storage split between dual 2TB M.2 SSDs, you get ample room to store your favorite games, media, and important assets. A large, 18" 3840 x 2400 resolution Mini-LED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate provides a clear and smooth image backed by dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics, allowing you to experience high-quality games and media. The Titan 18 HX also supports a wide range of peripherals with two Thunderbolt 4 ports, three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI 2.1 video output, and a 3.5mm combo audio jack alongside Bluetooth 5.4 wireless technology. Connect to your network wired or wirelessly with a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), giving you fast download and upload speeds so you can amass your library of digital games. The Titan 18 HX comes with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, giving you access to a suite of professional tools to enhance your creative productivity.

Powered by NVIDIA
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card delivers enhanced visuals suitable for a wide range of modern games. Backed by 24GB of dedicated GDDR6X video memory, you can experience vast landscapes and in-depth details, while also leveraging a suite of NVIDIA technologies such as ray tracing, DLSS, Artificial Intelligence voice and video, and more. It also works in conjunction with the HDMI 2.1 video output, giving you up to 8K resolution at 60 Hz, or 4K resolution at 120 Hz.
Mini-LED Display
Indulge in unmatched realism with the Mini-LED display's ultra-high resolution whether you are indoors, outdoors, or under direct sunlight. Revel in the enhanced performance of DisplayHDR 1000 and vibrant 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. You also get a deep 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, K-Zone local dimming, and True Color Technology per-unit calibration which meets Calman Verified status and SGS Certification.
Enhanced Connectivity
Connect a variety of power-demanding devices with two Thunderbolt 4 ports which boast up to 40 Gb/s data transfer speeds and enough power to run devices like displays, storage arrays, and more. Three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports provide up to 10 Gb/s data transfer speeds, suitable for managing data between external storage devices, empowering advanced USB devices, and supporting your favorite mouse and keyboard. You also get an SD card reader so you can easily transfer media from your camera or mobile device to the Titan 18 HX.
SteelSeries RGB Mechanical Keyboard
Designed for the hardcore gaming enthusiast, the Titan 18 HX includes a tactile SteelSeries keyboard backed by Cherry MX Ultra-Low Profile mechanical switches, providing you with enhanced responsiveness and precision. Experience vast color customization with per-key lighting across the 99 keys, allowing you to express your own personal style with ease.
AI Engine & Artist
MSI AI Engine can detect user scenarios and automatically adjust hardware settings to achieve the best performance. With simple AI tuned modes and resources, you can focus on the important things like creating, work, and entertainment. Thanks to AI Noise Cancellation Pro, you still can enjoy crystal clear sound even in a noisy environment. AI Artist generates images directly on your laptop. You can create rich images with shorter prompts and generate words within images. MSI AI Artist offers enhanced image composition that results in realistic visuals.
Enhanced Audio
Equipped with a total of six speakers, the Titan 18 HX boasts impressive sound designed to immerse you in your favorite games and end media backed by DYNAUDIO, Hi-Res, and Nahimic audio. You also get a single 3.5mm combo audio jack for private listening.

MSI HX A14VIG-036US 18" Specs

Key Specs
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Processor
Intel Core i9-14900HX (14th Gen)
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Installed RAM
128 GB
Display Size
18"
Native Resolution
3840 x 2400
Touchscreen
No
Total Installed Storage
4 TB
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / Supports Power Delivery
3x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
5.4
Weight
7.93 lb / 3.6 kg
Model Year
Early 2024
Performance
Processor
Intel Core i9-14900HX (14th Gen)
CPU
24-Core: 
2.2 to 5.8 GHz Performance (8 Cores)
1.6 to 4.1 GHz Efficiency (16 Cores)
L3 Cache
36 MB
Graphics Type
Dedicated
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Installed RAM
128 GB
RAM Type
5600 MT/s DDR5 DIMM
RAM Configuration / Capacity
4x User-Replaceable 32 GB / 4 Slots
vPro Support
No
Display
Panel Type
Mini-LED LCD
Display Size
18"
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Native Resolution
3840 x 2400
Touchscreen
No
Finish
Anti-Glare / Matte
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
Contrast Ratio
2,000,000:1
Storage and Expansion
Total Installed Storage
4 TB
Storage Drive Type
2x 2 TB / M.2 NVMe SSD
Storage Expansion
2x M.2 Slot [In Use]
Inputs / Outputs
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / Supports Power Delivery
3x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.1
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output
Network I/O
1x RJ45 (2.5Gb Ethernet)
Built-In Speakers
Yes
Built-In Microphones
Yes
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Communications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
5.4
Cellular Support
No
GPS
No
Webcam
User-Facing:
Battery
Capacity
99 Wh
Keyboard & Mouse
Keyboard
Built-In Full-Size Keyboard with RGB Backlight
Pointing Device
TouchPad
General
Security
Kensington Lock Slot, Webcam Blocker
Power Supply
400 W with Barrel/Proprietary
Dimensions
15.9 x 12.08 x 1.26" / 40.4 x 30.68 x 3.2 cm
Weight
7.93 lb / 3.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
15.65 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19 x 14.9 x 4.4"

MSI HX A14VIG-036US 18" Reviews

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Can the 2 installed 2TB SSDs be configured to ...

Can the 2 installed 2TB SSDs be configured to RAID 1 (singular full redundancy)?
Asked by: Michael
The MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop's two SSD slots come preconfigured in RAID 0. It is not possible to reconfigure them to RAID 1 without wiping the boot drive. This would not be recommended.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-03-07

Using standard benchmarking workloads, what is ...

Using standard benchmarking workloads, what is the battery life? it is a valid question. Answer it!
Asked by: Michael
Unfortunately there is no standardized benchmark which can be used to anticipate the battery life of a laptop like the MSI Titan 18 HX under all types of workloads, or even a useful average. The battery life you experience will depend heavily on application (gaming, video editing, 3D rendering, video streaming, etc.), resource usage (voltage drawn by CPU & GPU), software used, display brightness, and other factors. For any type of useful estimate, it would be best to check user benchmarks online for your specific intended use case.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-03-07

there’s 4TB already installed so is there any ...

there’s 4TB already installed so is there any extra slots to add a source, render drive / media cache, etc.?
Asked by: Robert
The MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop (Black) has:2x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4); 1x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen5); 3x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2; 1x SD Express Card Reader; 1x HDMI™ 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz); and 1x RJ45.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-09-09

What is the battery run time, about 35 minutes? ...

What is the battery run time, about 35 minutes? Not being sarcastic. I actually want to know.
Asked by: William
The MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop (Black), BH #MSTITAN18HX, battery capacity varies according to the workload.
Answered by: Luis F
Date published: 2024-03-28

What is the make and model of the two 2TB SSDs? ...

What is the make and model of the two 2TB SSDs? Are they configured in RAID 0?
Asked by: Douglas
Yes, on this MSI 18" Titan 18 HX Gaming Laptop (Black), the 2 drives are configured in RAID 0.
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2024-03-07
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