MSI Vector 17 Series

MSI Vector 17 HX A14VGG

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Average Score: 73.33% - average

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70% MSI Vector 17 HX: an outdated design can't stop a powerhouse laptop
Source: Techradar
The MSI Vector 17 HX gets a lot of things right with its expansive high refresh rate display, backed up by a cutting-edge storage solution, tons of RAM, and an all-star Intel Core i9 CPU. However, the quality of the display leaves a lot to be desired, and the RTX 4070 GPU inside means you won't get the most out of its 240Hz capability, especially at its native 1600p resolution.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/05/2024
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 80% mobility: 40% workmanship: 60%

80% MSI Vector 17 HX (2024) Review
Source: Trusted Reviews
The MSI Vector 17 HX (2024) has a lot going for it. You’re getting a lot of CPU horsepower, a GPU that’s fast enough to run many games at 1440p, a good QHD+ screen, fast storage and plenty of RAM. It’s no match for the Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 or the Acer Predator Helios 18 in terms of graphics performance, but then it’s also substantially cheaper – we’re talking an extra £1000 or more left in the bank. Sure, it’s big, bulky and obnoxiously loud, but the Vector 17 gives you high all-round performance at a price you might just about afford. Check out our Best Gaming Laptop guide for even more options.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%

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70% Msi Vector 17 HX (2024) Review
Source: PC Games DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/08/2024
Rating: Total score: 70%

Обзор игрового ноутбука MSI Vector 17 HX A14VGG с искусственным интеллектом
Source: Ixbt RU→EN
Positive: High performance; excellent display; 16GB RAM; 1TB NVMe storage; rich set of ports; great connectivity; long battery life. Negative: Heavy and bulky; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/02/2024

MSI Vector 17 HX A13VHG

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How to open MSI Vector 17 HX A13V - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Medium, Date: 07/24/2024

MSI Vector 17 HX A13VHG review – Packs a Punch, But Makes You Hear It
Source: Laptop Media
The MSI Vector 17 HX A13V is a potent gaming device. It’s offered only with high-end hardware. The huge cooling system does its job well. The CPU can maintain around 3.80 / 2.60 Ghz P and E-core clock in longer loads and the GPU performance is also great since the RTX 4080 can show 2360 MHz after half an hour of gaming (which is a respectable result). The upgradability is on point – even one of the M.2 slots is for Gen 5 SSDs. The port selection amazes with its there Type-Cs, two Type-As, and an SD Card Reader. The base 1200p display (AUO B170UAN01.2 (AUOA9A6)) is a great choice for gamers who like to play competitive online shooters. This 165 Hz PWM-free panel offers very fast pixel response times (for an IPS unit) of just 6 ms.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/23/2024

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微星Vector 17 HX A13VHG评测–拳拳到肉，声声入耳
Source: Laptopmedia CN zh-CN→EN
Positive: Excellent gaming performance; powerful hardware; excellent display; nice ergonomics; solid workmanship. Negative: Heavy and bulky; noisy under loads; plastic case; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/23/2024

MSI Vector 17 HX AI A2XWIG

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How to open MSI Vector 17 HX AI A2XW - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2025

How to open MSI Vector 17 HX AI A2XW - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2025

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MSI Vector 17 Quicktest
Source: Tweakers NL→EN
Positive: Great display; high performance; secondary M.2 slot. Negative: No sRGB coverage; high price.
Hands-On, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/17/2025

MSI Vector 17 Quicktest
Source: Tweakers NL→EN
Positive: Great display; high performance; secondary M.2 slot. Negative: No sRGB coverage; high price.
Hands-On, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/17/2025

MSI Vector 17 HX AI A2XWJG

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MSI Vector 17 HX AI A2XW review – The FASTEST Gaming Laptop!
Source: Laptop Media
The MSI Vector 17 HX AI (A2XWx) is, in no uncertain terms, an unexpected champion. It arrives not as MSI’s top-tier flagship, but as a performance-focused powerhouse that proceeds to systematically dismantle the established hierarchy. By combining a spectacular cooling system with the most powerful components available, MSI has crafted a machine that doesn’t just compete with the best; it beats them, all while delivering a surprisingly balanced and complete user experience. This is a laptop that proves that smart engineering can be more important than a flagship title. While it makes a few baffling compromises in its physical design, its core performance, display, and endurance are so exceptional that it stands as one of the most impressive and compelling high-end gaming laptops we have ever tested.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/16/2025

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MSI: Micro-Star International (MSI) was founded in 1986 in Taiwan. MSI is especially known as a manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards for PCs, but also offers computer accessories, complete systems, motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktop PCs, monitors and other components. However, the Microstar brand name in Germany belongs to the Medion company. MSI is known for its gaming products and has developed a wide range of gaming laptops and desktop PCs. The company is also active in workstations, servers and industrial automation. MSI has offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

These graphics cards are able to play the latest and most demanding games in high resolutions and full detail settings with enabled Anti-Aliasing.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU: High-end graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 8 GB GDDR6 (128 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 35 - 115W (+ Dynamic Boost). 

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU: High-end graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 12 GB GDDR6 (192 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 60 - 150W (+ Dynamic Boost). 

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop: A fast graphics card from the Blackwell family for laptops that is based on the GB203 chip and uses 8,192 shaders and 16 GB GDDR7 graphics memory (256-bit graphics bus).

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop: The GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile uses the GB203 chip and utilizes 10,496 shaders / CUDA cores of the maximum 10,752 that the chip has. This makes the RTX 5090 Laptop more similar to the RTX 5080 desktop variant (same chip) than the Desktop RTX 5090 with 20,760 cores and higher clock rates.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

Intel Raptor Lake-HX:

i9-14900HX: High-end mobile hybrid processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture with 24 cores and 32 threads. Clocks at a maximum of 5.8 GHz (P cores).

i9-13980HX: Mobile CPU of the Raptor Lake series that offers 24 cores (8 performance, 16 efficiency cores) with a Boost core of up to 5.8 GHz for the P-cores. Similar to the Desktop i9-13900K but with reduced clock speeds and TDP.

Intel Arrow Lake:

Ultra 9 275HX: Mobile high-end CPU for gaming notebooks based on the Arrow Lake architecture. Offers 24 cores consisting of 8 fast performance cores with up to 5.4 GHz and 16 smaller efficiency cores with up to 4.6 GHz clock speed. The CPU can access 40 MB L2 cache and 36 MB L3 cache and is specified with a TDP of 55 watts. The SoC integrates a small dedicated NPU called AI Boost with 13 TOPS (Int8) and optionally supports vPro Essentials.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

17.00: This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

3 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.

3 kg:

76.08%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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