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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with RGB keyboard and Eclipse Black finish

MSI

MSI Katana 15 15.6" 165Hz QHD i7-14650HX RTX 5060 32GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-ZJES-MC8C9

A 15.6 inch 165Hz QHD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 16 cores and 24 threads at up to 5.2 GHz for rapid multi-tasking
  • 6 inch 165 Hz QHD panel at 2560 x 1600 for sharp motion clarity
  • RTX 5060 with 8 GB GDDR7 for high frame-rate gaming
  • 32 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD for fast load times
  • WiFi 6E and RGB keyboard for low-latency play and per-key lighting

15.6" 165Hz QHD Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana 15 is a gaming laptop built around a 15.6 inch display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 2560 x 1600 resolution. It runs on an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, reaching up to 5.20 GHz. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 with 8GB GDDR7 handles graphics. The system includes 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed.

Office 2024 License and RGB Keyboard

A genuine Office 2024 license is included, removing the need for a separate subscription purchase for core productivity apps. The per-key RGB keyboard lets users customise lighting zones for visibility in low-light sessions. WiFi 6E provides wireless connectivity. The chassis measures 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inches and weighs 5.29 pounds in Eclipse Black.

Suits Competitive Gamers and Content Creators

This configuration suits competitive gamers who value high refresh rates at QHD resolution and creators who benefit from 16-core CPU throughput and 32GB memory. Buyers needing a touchscreen, SD card reader, or fingerprint reader should look elsewhere. The 8GB video memory may limit texture-heavy workflows at native resolution. The single USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port limits high-speed peripheral expansion.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,435.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Video RAM 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 4,061 items is 8 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameKatana 15
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor model3.7 GHz
CPU cores16-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNo
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How do I upgrade the 32GB DDR5 memory or the 1TB PCIe SSD later?

Both components are accessible inside the chassis. The board uses DDR5 slots and a PCIe slot for the 1TB drive, so you can add capacity or replace modules with standard parts.

Will the Intel Core i7-14650HX hit its 5.2 GHz turbo limit before the RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 saturates?

Under heavy load the 16-core CPU can reach 5.20 GHz while the GPU runs at its boost clocks. Either component may become the bottleneck first depending on the workload.

How loud are the fans and how hot does the keyboard deck get during all-day gaming?

The cooling system ramps fan speed to keep the i7-14650HX and RTX 5060 within thermal limits. Surface temperatures and noise rise with sustained load but stay within normal gaming-laptop ranges.

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