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MSI Katana 15 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5070 64GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-FQAA-YSD1V

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • 6 inch QHD 165Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16 core Intel Core i7 14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for responsive compute
  • RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 powers modern games
  • 64GB DDR5 4800 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 1TB PCIe SSD provides fast storage access

15.6 QHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana 15 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop with a 2560 x 1440 resolution display running at 165Hz. It runs on an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads reaching 5.2 GHz. The system includes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with Windows 11 Home and a 2024 Office license.

Who This Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere

This configuration suits users who need 64GB DDR5 4800 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD for large workloads and game libraries. The 165Hz QHD panel benefits competitive and immersive play. Buyers wanting a touchscreen, an SD card reader, or a lighter chassis under 4.58 pounds should consider other models.

RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 Graphics

The single specification that decides fit is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 video memory. This GPU tier determines the achievable frame rates and visual settings in modern titles at 2560 x 1440. If your workflow or games demand a higher or lower GPU tier, a different laptop is required.

How it compares

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

Price $1,662.99
Cheaper than about 66% 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
Brand nameMSI
Product lineKatana 15
Model nameMSI 15.6
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor model2.2 GHz
CPU cores16-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size64 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 4800
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (100 Mbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Power
Battery runtimeUp to 7 h
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Katana 15 and which parts must be purchased separately?

The laptop ships with the 15.6 inch QHD 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 4800 memory, 1TB PCIe SSD, RGB backlit keyboard, Windows 11 Home and Office 2024 licence. No optical drive or SD card reader are included.

Which memory and storage configuration should I choose for this model?

This unit is already specified with 64GB DDR5 4800 and a 1TB PCIe SSD, so no further capacity choice is required at purchase.

What does the 165Hz 2560 x 1440 panel deliver in everyday gaming?

The 165Hz QHD screen refreshes 165 times per second at 2560 x 1440 resolution, giving smooth motion and sharp detail in fast-paced titles.

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