PERFORMANCE
The MSI Raider 16 16 delivers serious gaming performance, powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with NPU acceleration for Copilot+ AI workloads. Combined with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 GPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD, this laptop obliterates AAA titles at high refresh rates and accelerates creative workloads simultaneously. NVIDIA DLSS 4 and ray tracing support deliver cinema-quality visuals in every supported title.

DISPLAY
Dominate every scene on the 16" QHD 240Hz IPS display with anti-glare technology. The high-resolution, high-refresh panel eliminates motion blur and reveals fine environmental detail for competitive advantage in fast-paced titles. Wide colour coverage and accurate reproduction make it equally capable for content creation, colour grading, and 3D modelling workflows.

INPUT & AUDIO
The full-sized backlit keyboard with per-key RGB lighting provides precise, satisfying input for marathon gaming sessions. MSI's SteelSeries keyboard integration delivers programmable macros and game-ready actuation. Four speakers with Dynaudio Hi-Res Audio certification and 3D spatial sound reproduce game audio with exceptional positional clarity, while the 3.5mm combo jack supports gaming headsets for competitive audio advantage.

CONNECTIVITY
Stay connected at speed with Wi-Fi 7 (802.11ax) for low-latency wireless gaming, plus Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless controllers and peripherals. The built-in RJ-45 2.5GbE Ethernet port provides a stable wired connection for zero-lag competitive play. Port selection includes Thunderbolt 4, multiple USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, mini-DisplayPort 1.4, SD card reader, and 3.5mm audio.

PHYSICAL
The MSI Core Black premium metallic chassis balances power and portability in a commanding 16" form factor. Dimensions: 358 x 255 x 24mm, weight approximately 2.9kg. The 99.9Wh lithium-ion battery with a 280W AC adapter ensures extended unplugged sessions and rapid power delivery under full gaming load.

SECURITY
Windows 11 Home delivers a complete, secure computing environment with Microsoft Defender and Copilot+ AI features. Intel's hardware-enforced security features include Trusted Execution Technology and TPM 2.0 for hardware-level data encryption. The Kensington lock slot provides physical theft protection, and Windows Hello biometric authentication enables fast, passwordless login.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 (24-core, up to 5.4GHz, NPU AI Boost)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7
- Memory: 32GB DDR5 (2 slots, upgradeable)
- Storage: 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD (2x M.2 slots)
- Display: 16" QHD IPS 240Hz Anti-Glare
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home
- Colour: Core Black
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45 2.5GbE
- Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x mDP 1.4, 1x RJ-45, 1x SD, 1x 3.5mm
- Battery: 99.9Wh lithium-ion battery
- Dimensions: 358 x 255 x 24mm | Weight: approx 2.9kg
- Warranty: 24 months MSI Manufacturer Warranty (South Africa)
- SKU: RAIDER-16-HX-B2WH-049ZA

What's in the box
1 x MSI Gaming Laptop
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty Card