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MSI Raider 18 HX AI Laptop: Intel Ultra 9 285HX, 18" QHD+, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090

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$3,000

$4,100

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Micro Center has MSI Raider 18 HX AI Gaming Laptop (Core Black; 9S7-182432-416) on sale for $2999.99. Select free store pickup only where stock permits.

Thanks to community member Dr.W for finding this deal

Note, product/availability will vary by store location.

Specs/Key Features
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 2.1Ghz 24-Core/24-Threads Processor w/ Intel AI Boost (Arrow Lake; Series 2)
  • 18" 2560x1600 QHD+ 240Hz IPS Display w/ 1080p FHD Front Camera w/ Privacy Shutter
  • 2TB NVMe Gen4x2 Solid State Drive SSD
  • 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5-6400 RAM (SO-DIMM)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 GPU
  • 4x 2W Speaker/Woofer Audio Sound System by Dynaudio
  • WiFi 7 (802.11be) w/ Bluetooth 5.4
  • SteelSeries RGB Anti-Ghost Backlit Keyboard
  • Multi-Touch Touchpad
  • 4-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
  • Windows 11 Home OS
    • Inputs
      • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
      • 2x Thunderbolt 5
      • 1x HDMI

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Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About the Deal
    • This gaming laptop features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor RTX 5090 GPU supported by OverBoost Ultra technology, 260W 18" display to handle all your application and gaming needs
    • Product is eligible for return within 15 days of purchase
    • Limit 1 per household
    • Offer valid while pricing/supplies last
    • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.

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Micro Center has MSI Raider 18 HX AI Gaming Laptop (Core Black; 9S7-182432-416) on sale for $2999.99. Select free store pickup only where stock permits.

Thanks to community member Dr.W for finding this deal

Note, product/availability will vary by store location.

Specs/Key Features
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 2.1Ghz 24-Core/24-Threads Processor w/ Intel AI Boost (Arrow Lake; Series 2)
  • 18" 2560x1600 QHD+ 240Hz IPS Display w/ 1080p FHD Front Camera w/ Privacy Shutter
  • 2TB NVMe Gen4x2 Solid State Drive SSD
  • 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5-6400 RAM (SO-DIMM)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 GPU
  • 4x 2W Speaker/Woofer Audio Sound System by Dynaudio
  • WiFi 7 (802.11be) w/ Bluetooth 5.4
  • SteelSeries RGB Anti-Ghost Backlit Keyboard
  • Multi-Touch Touchpad
  • 4-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
  • Windows 11 Home OS
    • Inputs
      • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
      • 2x Thunderbolt 5
      • 1x HDMI

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About the Deal
    • This gaming laptop features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor RTX 5090 GPU supported by OverBoost Ultra technology, 260W 18" display to handle all your application and gaming needs
    • Product is eligible for return within 15 days of purchase
    • Limit 1 per household
    • Offer valid while pricing/supplies last
    • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.

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Written by Dr.W

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salasjuYesterday 04:12 PM
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Sold out in Tustin, Ca
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CrimsonCrown984Yesterday 04:50 PM
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Is MSI laptop good? How long does it usually last?
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StrongMint325Yesterday 05:22 PM
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So this is at the very high end of my budget but i dont want to upgrade for three years. Is this worth it as a desktop replacement and occasional travel?
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Vinicius_AndradeYesterday 08:45 PM
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Quote from CrimsonCrown984 :
Is MSI laptop good? How long does it usually last?
I'm on my second MS gaming laptop, just replaced my 22's Raider (RTX 3070ti) by this year's Titan. My old Raider still running like new, no issues at all, hope it will be the same with the new one... 🙂
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BoastfulCrayon2506Yesterday 08:45 PM
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Why do they need to put on this fisher price ahh keyboard on an "allegedly" $4.1k machine? You would think they would how someone that can tell them that those ddr arrow keys don't look good to anybody.
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Vinicius_AndradeYesterday 08:50 PM
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Quote from StrongMint325 :
So this is at the very high end of my budget but i dont want to upgrade for three years. Is this worth it as a desktop replacement and occasional travel?
Just got the same spec's Titan and I do expect not replacing it for next 3-4 years. It's a top notch spec and solid build, should last longer. Whereas travelling it's definitely not what it likes most... heavy, big and hungry, won't last much far from an outlet...

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thecalipYesterday 09:00 PM
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Quote from StrongMint325 :
So this is at the very high end of my budget but i dont want to upgrade for three years. Is this worth it as a desktop replacement and occasional travel?
This hardware will last you a decade if you take good care of it. For example, repaste CPU thermal, remove dusts from fans, etc.

However if hardware failure occurred, it is pain in the but to get this repair.
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CyanMoon785Yesterday 10:49 PM
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Quote from CrimsonCrown984 :
Is MSI laptop good? How long does it usually last?
Yes it is, I'm still using my MSI GT70 that is over 10 years old
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caddyman8538Yesterday 11:49 PM
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Quote from CrimsonCrown984 :
Is MSI laptop good? How long does it usually last?

I am still using my MSI titan gt83. That one is with coffee lake and sli 1080s and I have had no issues.
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fatguypoolsharkToday 12:51 AM
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Quote from CrimsonCrown984 :
Is MSI laptop good? How long does it usually last?

I personally would rather get a slightly worse system specs wise from Lenovo, ASUS or even HP Omen than MSI at any price point. Their build quality is generally extremely low. I haven't personally messed with this MSI Raider 18, but the MSI Titan (highest tier 18" from them I believe) felt flimsier than a HP Victus despite costing 4-5x more. MSI gaming laptops are pretty universally viewed as the lowest build quality of the major brands and have been for a while despite the anecdotes in this thread (which is great for them).
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fatguypoolsharkToday 12:54 AM
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Quote from StrongMint325 :
So this is at the very high end of my budget but i dont want to upgrade for three years. Is this worth it as a desktop replacement and occasional travel?

Do you WANT a 18 inch 7+ lb laptop (plan on 9-10 lbs with power supply). Personally I consider that more of a desktop you can take to the living room rather than really travel with.

If you are okay with that and actively WANt a 18 inch laptop, this is pretty cheap price wise.

Personally I would suggest a 16" Lenovo Legion or ASUS ROG for 2-3k with similar specs but noticeably better build quality and not so heavy. When in desktop mode you PROBABLY use external monitors anyways.
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10gramsToday 07:05 AM
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This or rent?
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That keyboard tho...

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Quote from 10grams :
This or rent?

Strippers and blow wins out every time bruh.

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