MSI Titan 18 HX AI
- Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (Laptop)
- 18.0”, UHD+ (3840 x 2400), 120 Hz, Mini LED
- 6000GB SSD
- 96GB RAM
- 3.60 kg (7.9 lbs)
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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