MSI launches Prestige 13 AI+ and Raider 18 Max HX with an RTX 5090 in India: check price, specifications
MSI has launched two new laptops in India that sit at opposite ends of the performance spectrum. The Prestige 13 AI+ A3M is a lightweight professional laptop built for mobile productivity, while the MSI Raider 18 Max HX is an 18-inch gaming machine built around the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. In this story, we’ll take a closer look at the laptops launched, their prices, specifications, and other features.
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MSI Prestige 13 AI+ A3M
Price: Rs 1,54,990
The Prestige 13 AI+ is built around one clear idea: a professional laptop that is easy to carry all day. At 899g, it should be comfortable through airports, commutes, and back-to-back meetings without adding much weight to your bag. The 13.3-inch OLED display, with HDR True Black 600 certification, should make it a good screen for both colour-sensitive work and long hours of use.
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The Intel Core Ultra 7 processor keeps it capable for everyday AI-driven workflows, and the MIL-STD-810H certification suggests it should hold up well to the physical demands of frequent travel.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 355, up to 4.7GHz |
| Graphics | Intel integrated graphics |
| NPU | Up to 49 TOPS |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD |
| Display | 13.3-inch OLED, 2880×1800, 100% DCI-P3 |
| Battery | 53.8Wh |
| Charging | 65W USB-C |
| Weight | 899g |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 |
MSI Raider 18 Max HX
Price: Starting at Rs 5,89,990
The Raider 18 Max HX is a desktop-replacement gaming laptop that does not ask you to make compromises. The 18-inch Mini LED display at 4K resolution with DisplayHDR 1000 should deliver a visually immersive experience for both gaming and content consumption, while the RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24GB GDDR7 memory is capable of handling demanding games, creative workloads and AI-accelerated tasks with room to spare.
The 64GB of RAM, expandable up to 96GB, and the dual SSD setup give it enough room for even exceptionally demanding workloads. At 3.6kg, it is not a laptop you carry around but for users who want the closest thing to a gaming desktop in a laptop form factor.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, up to 5.5GHz, 24 cores |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090, 24GB GDDR7 |
| RAM | 64GB DDR5 (32GB x2), expandable up to 96GB |
| Storage | 2TB PCIe Gen5 + 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD |
| Display | 18-inch Mini LED, 3840×2400, 120Hz, DisplayHDR 1000 |
| Battery | 99.9Wh |
| Charging | 400W adapter |
| Weight | 3.6kg |
| Connectivity | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 2.5GbE LAN |
The competition
The Prestige 13 AI+ is a good fit for frequent travellers and professionals who prioritise portability and display quality over raw performance. The device competes against other premium ultraportables like Lenovo’s Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition, ASUS Vivobook S series, or Macbook Air M5, all of which target buyers who want a light laptop with a good display and strong battery life.
The Raider 18 Max HX is for enthusiast gamers and power users who want a desktop-grade experience in a laptop and are not concerned about size or weight. It sits in the same halo segment as 18‑inch RTX 50‑series gaming laptops, such as ASUS’ ROG Strix Scar 18 and Dell’s Alienware M18 R2, which are already on sale here with similarly high-end CPUs and GPUs for enthusiast gamers.
