MSI Raider laptops in Bangalore
MSI Raider laptops are MSI’s high-end 18-inch gaming machines. We stock the Raider 18 Max HX A2W with the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, an 18-inch UHD+ Mini LED screen at 120Hz and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 or RTX 5090 graphics.

The Raider 18 suits gamers who want top settings on a big screen, and creators who render 3D or edit 4K video on the move. It is a desk replacement, at 3.6kg with a 400W adapter per MSI, so it fits people who mostly use it plugged in.
MSI Raider laptops in stock in Bangalore
Two Raider 18 Max HX A2W models are on this page and both are in stock. The A2WI comes with an RTX 5080 and 32GB of RAM, and the A2WJ with an RTX 5090 and 64GB. Both have a 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD.
MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN 18″ Ultra 9 290HX Plus 32GB 2TB RTX 5080 UHD+ Mini LED Gaming Laptop
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus Processor (24 Cores / 24 Threads, up to 5.5GHz)
- Intel® AI Boost NPU
- NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU, 16GB GDDR7 (up to 175W)
- 18" UHD+ (3840 × 2400) Mini LED 120Hz Display
- 32 GB DDR5 RAM (2 × 16 GB, expandable to 128 GB) | 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5 SSD
- Windows 11 Home
- Per-Key RGB SteelSeries Keyboard | 1080p IR Webcam | Fingerprint Reader
- Killer Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 | 2 × Thunderbolt 5 + HDMI 2.1 + 2.5G LAN
- 99Wh Battery, 400W Adapter | 3.6 kg | MSI Bag Included
- Core Black | 2-Year On-Site Warranty
MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WJ-1068IN Gaming Laptop, 18 inch, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 5090, UHD+ Mini LED Display
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus Processor (24 Cores / 24 Threads, up to 5.5GHz)
- Intel® AI Boost NPU
- NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 (up to 175W)
- 18" UHD+ (3840 × 2400) Mini LED 120Hz Display
- 64 GB DDR5 RAM (2 × 32 GB, expandable to 128 GB) | 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5 SSD
- Windows 11 Home
- Per-Key RGB SteelSeries Keyboard | 1080p IR Webcam | Fingerprint Reader
- Killer Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 | 2 × Thunderbolt 5 + HDMI 2.1 + 2.5G LAN
- 99Wh Battery, 400W Adapter | 3.6 kg | MSI Bag Included
- Core Black | 2-Year On-Site Warranty
What you get with an MSI Raider 18
MSI rates the Raider 18 Max HX at 260W of total system power in Extreme Performance mode on AC, split as 85W for the CPU and 175W for the GPU. The 18-inch Mini LED panel is VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified with 100% DCI-P3, per msi.com.



Which MSI Raider 18 should you buy?
Both models share the same processor, screen, 2TB SSD and ports. The choice comes down to the graphics card and how much RAM you want from day one.
| You want | Go for | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Top gaming at high settings | Raider 18 A2WI-1257IN | RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5 |
| 3D, AI models and the most VRAM | Raider 18 A2WJ-1068IN | RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 |
| Something lighter to carry | ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 | A 16-inch screen in a smaller body |
MSI Raider laptops specs
These MSI Raider laptops specs come from the Raider 18 Max HX A2W specification page on msi.com and our own listings.
| Spec | Raider 18 Max HX A2W |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, 24 cores (8 P-cores, 16 E-cores), with NPU |
| Graphics | RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 (A2WI) or RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 (A2WJ), up to 175W with Dynamic Boost |
| Display | 18″ UHD+ 3840 x 2400 Mini LED, 120Hz, 100% DCI-P3, VESA DisplayHDR 1000 |
| Memory | DDR5-6400, two slots, up to 128GB. 2 x 16GB (A2WI) or 2 x 32GB (A2WJ) |
| Storage | 2TB NVMe SSD on our listings. One PCIe Gen5 and one PCIe Gen4 M.2 slot |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 5, 3x USB-A 10Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet, SD card reader |
| Wireless and camera | Wi-Fi 7, IR FHD 1080p webcam |
| Battery and power | 99.9Wh, 400W adapter, USB-C charging up to 140W |
| Size and weight | 404 x 307.5 x 24 to 32.05mm, 3.6kg |
Sources: msi.com specification and overview pages for the Raider 18 Max HX A2W, and YourShoppy product listings.
Good to know before you buy
- This is a desk laptop.At 3.6kg plus a 400W adapter, plan on carrying a big backpack.
- USB-C charging is for light use.MSI lists up to 140W over USB-C. Gaming at full power needs the 400W adapter.
- Both RAM slots are filled.Going past 32GB on the A2WI means replacing both sticks. MSI lists up to 128GB.
- There is a second SSD slot.Add a PCIe Gen4 M.2 drive for your game library. We can fit it when you buy.
Choosing between the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090?
Tell us the games or software you run and the resolution you play at. We’ll help you pick and deliver in Bangalore the same day if you order by 2 PM.
Why buy an MSI Raider from YourShoppy in Bangalore
YourShoppy, 1st Block Koramangala, has been selling laptops in Bangalore since 2010. You get an India-model Raider and a GST invoice.
- India-model stock with the MSI warranty stated on each listing.
- Same-day delivery in Bangalore if you order by 2 PM, or pick up from the store.
- SSD and RAM upgrades fitted when you buy. Ask us for a quote.
- Repairs later at our own bench. See MSI laptop motherboard repair and laptop overheating repair.
Compare with other gaming laptops
Address: YourShoppy, 339, 1st Floor, 1st Main Cross, next to Essar Petrol Bunk, 1st Block Koramangala, Bengaluru 560034
Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10:30 AM to 9 PM
Phone: 97392 21133 · 98869 19198 · 080 4141 0072
WhatsApp: 97392 21133 or 98869 19198
Common questions
These are the questions Bangalore buyers ask us most about MSI Raider laptops.
What is the difference between the two Raider 18 models here?
Both use the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, the 18-inch UHD+ Mini LED screen and a 2TB SSD. The A2WI has an RTX 5080 16GB and 32GB RAM. The A2WJ has an RTX 5090 24GB and 64GB RAM.
How much power does the Raider 18 GPU get?
MSI lists up to 175W for the GPU with Dynamic Boost, and 260W total system power with the CPU at 85W, in Extreme Performance mode on AC power.
Can I upgrade RAM and SSD on the MSI Raider 18?
Yes. MSI lists two DDR5-6400 slots with up to 128GB, plus one PCIe Gen5 and one PCIe Gen4 M.2 SSD slot. Our models ship with both RAM slots filled.
How heavy is the MSI Raider 18?
MSI lists 3.6kg with the battery, and dimensions of 404 x 307.5 x 24 to 32.05mm. The 400W adapter adds more weight to your bag.
What ports does the Raider 18 have?
MSI lists two Thunderbolt 5 ports, three USB-A 10Gbps ports, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet, an SD card reader and an audio combo jack.
Is the Raider 18 screen good for creative work?
MSI lists 100% DCI-P3 and VESA DisplayHDR 1000 on the 18-inch Mini LED panel, at 3840 x 2400. That suits photo grading and HDR video editing as well as gaming.

