•  Date Published: 17 May 2025
    • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (Laptop)
    • 18.0”, UHD+ (3840 x 2400), 120 Hz, Mini LED
    • 4000GB SSD
    • 64GB RAM
    • 3.60 kg (7.9 lbs)
    9.1
    TOTAL SCORE
    6.7 Portability Good
    10.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
    9.0 For Work EXCEPTIONAL
    9.7 For Gaming EXCEPTIONAL
    MSI Titan 18 HX AI

    MSI Titan 18 HX AI

    $6499.99 $5688.88
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    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 4000GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 3x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 5.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 64GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Dimensions
    • 404 x 307.5 x 24 - 32.05 mm (15.91" x 12.11" x 0.94")
    • Weight
    • 3.60 kg (7.9 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 3x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • 4.0, Thunderbolt 5, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • SD (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000, 2500 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi 7
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.4
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • FHD IR with HDR, 3D Noise Reduction+ (3DNR+)
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Speakers
    • 4x 2W Speakers + 2x 2W Woofers, Dynaudio system, Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance, Hi-Res Audio
    • Security Lock slot
    • Kensington Lock

    Portability

    MSI Titan 18 HX AI (A2XWx)
    15.91" x 12.11" x 0.94" Dimensions
    3.60 kg (7.9 lbs) Weight
    Average 18.0-inch laptop
    3.59 kg (7.9 lbs) Weight

    Review

    MSI Titan 18 HX AI in-depth review

    When a laptop lands on our test bench with a staggering €6500 price tag (likely the most expensive we've ever ordered), expectations aren't just high; they're astronomical. On paper, the MSI Titan 18 HX A2XW promises the absolute maximum: the most powerful mobile CPU ever created, the most powerful GPU on the market, and a feature set that reads like an enthusiast's dream. This isn't just a laptop; it's a no-compromise desktop replacement, a true monolith of engineering.But does throwing the best of everything into a chassis, no matter how immense, result in a flawless experience? Or does the weight of such extreme ambition reveal equally extreme flaws? We pushed this titan to its limits to find out if it's truly worth its colossal price.You can check the prices and configurati[...]

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    Pros

    • Exceptional and premium Mg-Al alloy build quality
    • Phenomenal Cherry MX mechanical keyboard on the main deck
    • Unrivaled storage options with four M.2 slots (1x Gen5) and insane RAID speeds
    • Stunning and bright 4K MiniLED display with 100% DCI-P3 coverage
    • Chart-topping CPU performance, the fastest we've tested
    • Future-proof connectivity with a powerful 140W Thunderbolt 5 port

    Cons

    • Extremely poor battery life, one of the worst on record
    • Aggressive PWM on the display is a major concern for eye comfort
    • Inconsistent keyboard with a mix of mechanical and membrane switches
    • GPU performance is slightly behind шге Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 (16″ Intel)
    • Difficult to open and upgrade

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Step 1: Opening the MSI Titan 18 HX A2XWShut down the laptop and place it on a soft surface. Undo 12 JIS #1 screws securing the bottom panel. Work a plastic pry tool around the edges until the plate pops free. Lift the bottom cover away to reveal the internals.BatteryThe chassis is dominated by a 99.9 Wh Li-Poly battery (model BTY-M6M4, rated 15.2 V, 6250 mAh / 6578 mAh typical). Detach the connector from the motherboard before removal. Undo the screws that fix it in place and lift the unit carefully.Memory UpgradesMemory slots are hidden unde[...]

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