MSI Raider 16 MAX HX B2WI-249NL

Intel 290HX Plus · NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 · 32 GB · 2 TB

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Type Gaming
Processor Intel 290HX Plus
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Memory 32 GB
Storage 2 TB
Display 16 inch

MSI Raider 16 MAX HX B2WI-249NL is a 16-inch gaming laptop with an Intel 290HX Plus processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, 32 GB of RAM and 2 TB of storage. Built for games, with a dedicated graphics card. It came out in 2026.

Released: 2026-05-23

Specifications

Key specs

Type: Gaming
Processor: Intel 290HX Plus
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Memory: 32 GB
Storage: 2 TB
Display: 16 inch
Resolution: 2560 x 1600
Refresh rate: 240 Hz
weight: 2.6 kg
os: Windows 11 Home
Released: 2026-05-23
Part number: RAIDER 16 MAX HX B2WI-249NL
EAN / UPC: 4711377461566

Design

Colour name: Core Black
Product type: Laptop
Product colour: Black
Form factor: Clamshell
Housing material: Metal, Plastic
Original brand name: MSI

Display

Display diagonal: 40.6 cm (16")
Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
HD type: Quad HD+
Panel type: OLED
Native aspect ratio: 16:10
Anti-glare screen: Yes
Display brightness: 500 cd/m²
RGB colour space: DCI-P3
Colour gamut: 100%
Maximum refresh rate: 240 Hz
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: Yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: DisplayHDR True Black 1000

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Processor

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor generation: Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor model: 290HX Plus
Processor cores: 8
Processor threads: 24
Processor boost frequency: 5.5 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.5 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.7 GHz
Performance-core base frequency: 2.7 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency: 1.8 GHz
Processor cache: 36 MB
Processor cache type: Smart Cache
Processor base power: 55 W
Maximum turbo power: 160 W

Neural processor unit (NPU)

Neural processor unit (NPU): Intel AI Boost
Sparsity support: Yes
Windows Studio effects support: Yes
AI software frameworks supported by NPU: OpenVINO, Windows ML, DirectML, ONNX RT
NPU performance up to: 13 TOPs

Memory

Internal memory: 32 GB
Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM
Memory clock speed: 5600 MHz
Memory layout (slots x size): 2 x 16 GB
Memory slots: 2x SO-DIMM

Storage

Total storage capacity: 2 TB
Storage media: SSD
Total SSDs capacity: 2 TB
Number of SSDs installed: 1
SSD capacity: 2 TB
SSD interface: PCI Express 4.0
NVMe: Yes
Card reader integrated: Yes
Compatible memory cards: SD

Graphics

Discrete GPU manufacturer: NVIDIA
Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Discrete graphics card memory: 16 GB
Discrete graphics memory type: GDDR7
On-board graphics card: Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer: Intel
Discrete graphics card: Yes
On-board graphics card family: Intel® Graphics
On-board graphics card model: Intel® Graphics

Audio

Audio system: Nahimic 3
Number of built-in speakers: 4
Speakers manufacturer: Dynaudio
Speaker power: 2 W
Built-in subwoofer: Yes

Camera

Front camera: Yes
Front camera HD type: Full HD
Video capturing speed: 30 fps
Infrared (IR) camera: Yes
Privacy camera: Yes
Privacy type: Privacy shutter

Ports & interfaces

USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: 3
HDMI ports quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.1
Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity: 2
Intel® Thunderbolt 5: Yes

Keyboard

Pointing device: Trackpad
Numeric keypad: Yes
Keyboard backlit: Yes
Keyboard backlit colour: RGB
Keyboard backlit zone: Per-key RGB
Copilot key: Yes

Software

Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home
Bundled software: AI Noise Cancellation Pro, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, MSI App Player, MSI Center, MSI Companion, Nahimic 3, Nvidia App, Steelseries GG, True Color

Battery

Number of battery cells: 4
Battery capacity: 5875 mAh
Battery capacity: 91.8 Wh

Power

AC adapter power: 400 W
USB Type-C charging port: Yes
USB Power Delivery (USB PD): Yes

Security

Cable lock slot: Yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Yes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version: 2.0

Weight & dimensions

Width: 363 mm
Depth: 269.7 mm
Height (front): 2.19 cm
Height (rear): 2.88 cm
Weight: 2.6 kg

Other features

Warranty period: 2 year(s)

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About this product

300W Peak Power, Flagship by Design MSI Raider 16 Max HX B2W is a flagship 16-inch AI ready high-performance gaming laptop for gamers and creators who want a personal AI agent, sustained performance, smooth gameplay, and dependable power for demanding work, supporting up to 300W of total system power. Future-Proof Performance, Built for Easy Upgrades Unlock total performance with an upgrade-friendly layout. Featuring a modular dual-SSD and RAM design, Raider 16 Max HX allows you to boost storage capacity and memory speed in minutes, ensuring your machine evolves alongside the next generation of gaming. Desktop Muscle in an Efficient Package. Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus Meet the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus. Featuring a redesigned P-core and E-core architecture, it brings elite desktop power to a cooler, quieter, and more efficient portable gaming experience. GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptops Game Changer Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity.

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Resolution	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600
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