Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ Comparison

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Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ, two laptops from Lenovo and MSI. Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 was introduced to market in January 2025 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ was launched in January 2025. Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

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LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ are members of MSI's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Lenovo Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.9-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.87-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel	September 2025	14.0"	325.5 x 227.6 x 11.2-15.1 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.6-18.17 mm	1.82 kg (4.01 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.8-19.55 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6	May 2025	13.3"	299.3 x 207 x 9.85-17.75 mm	0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 10 2025	May 2025	18.0"	403 x 296.5 x 23.9-27.95 mm	3.5 kg (7.72 lbs)
Lenovo Thinkpad P14s Gen 6	April 2025	14.0"	315.9 x 223.7 x 10.9-16.3 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13450HX,Intel Core i7 13650HX,Intel Core i7 13700HX,Intel Core i7 14700HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
8GB,16GB,32GB Ram
398.4 x 276.2 x 22.95-25.25 mm (15.69 x 10.87 x 0.9-0.99 inches)
Weight: 2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
17.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
16GB Ram
380.34 x 297.97 x 22.85-28.75 mm (14.97 x 11.73 x 0.9-1.13 inches)
Weight: 3 kg (6.62 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 over MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ

Weight	2.90 kg vs 3.00 kg	0.1 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~75% vs ~74%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	17.3 inches vs 17 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 140°	More flexible screen
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-A Ports	4x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time

Reasons to choose MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ over Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Side Bezel Thickness	7.1 mm vs 7.7 mm	0.6 mm thinner bezels
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 144 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	133 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	35.4 TFLOPS vs 13.6 TFLOPS	Higher RAM potential
Max Total RAM	96 GB vs 32 GB	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v5 vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs January 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)	3 kg (6.62 lbs)
Surface Area	1100 cm2 (170.6 inches2)	1133 cm2 (175.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~75%	~74%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.7 mm	~7.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.17 kg/inch	0.18 kg/inch
	0.374 lbs/inch	0.396 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Gray
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	140Â°

Comparison of the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ External Dimensions

Weight

LOQ 17IRX10 weighs 2.9 kg (6.39 lbs), whereas the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ weighs 3 kg (6.62 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 is 0.17 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is 0.18 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 13450HX Intel Core i7 13650HX Intel Core i7 13700HX Intel Core i7 14700HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	5.4 GHz
Number of Cores	10 (6P + 4E)	Arc Graphics (4-
Number of Threads	16	24
L3 Cache	20 MB	36 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	3 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13450HX,Intel Core i7 13650HX,Intel Core i7 13700HX,Intel Core i7 14700HX

Lenovo LOQ 15IRX10 Compare

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	100 W	140 W
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	13.6 TFLOPS	35.4 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	12 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR7
Memory Bus	128 bit	192 bit
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	~25.4 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	5888
TMUs	80	184
ROPs	32	92

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 has a FLOPS value of 13.6 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ ' has a FLOPS value of 35.4 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	32 GB	96 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)

The Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the LOQ 17IRX10's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10	MSI Vector 17 HX AI (2025) A2XWJ
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	60 Wh	90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right, Bottom	Left, Right, Bottom
Charge Power	245 W	280 / 330 W

On the other hand, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ features a higher battery capacity of 90 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the LOQ 17IRX10's 60 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
The Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ offers a larger max storage capacity of 4 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the LOQ 17IRX10's storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. LOQ 17IRX10 has a display size of 17.3".On the other hand, Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has a smaller 17.0" display.The total usable screen area of the LOQ 17IRX10 is 825cm² / 128inch² whereas the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ's total usable screen area is 838cm² / 130inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ features a higher pixel density with 133 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ offer the same maximum brightness of 300 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

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Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10 vs MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to LOQ 17IRX10 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ have USB-A ports. LOQ 17IRX10 has 4x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ have USB Type-C ports. LOQ 17IRX10 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is equipped with Thunderbolt 5 port. LOQ 17IRX10 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. LOQ 17IRX10 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both LOQ 17IRX10 and Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	4x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 5
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes