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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with QHD 165Hz display and 4 zone RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5070 8GB 32GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-6VRP-9QCJW

15.6-inch QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 32GB DDR5 4800 memory and 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • 6-inch QHD 165Hz display delivers crystal-clear visuals at 2560 x 1440 resolution
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core 24-thread processor reaches up to 5.2 GHz max turbo frequency
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics provides a new level of performance with crisp visuals
  • 32GB DDR5 4800 memory and 1TB PCIe SSD ensure fast multitasking and ample storage
  • 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard and comprehensive ports including HDMI and RJ45 enhance usability

16-core Intel i7-14650HX gaming laptop

The MSI Katana 15 pairs a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU carrying 8GB of GDDR7 memory. A 15.6-inch QHD display running at 165Hz delivers 2560 x 1440 resolution for sharp visuals. The system ships with 32GB of DDR5 4800 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD under Windows 11 Pro.

Thermals and acoustics under load

The 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99-inch chassis weighs 5.29 pounds and houses cooling for the 16-core CPU and RTX 5070 graphics. Fans spin up during sustained gaming or rendering, raising audible output above idle levels. Power draw scales with the 2.2 GHz base clock and 5.2 GHz max turbo frequency of the processor alongside the discrete GPU.

Build integration and connectivity

Three USB Type-A ports and two USB Type-C ports handle peripherals and external storage. An HDMI output drives an external monitor, while the RJ45 jack provides wired networking alongside 802.11ac wireless. The 4-zone RGB keyboard and 720p webcam support streaming setups, and the combo audio jack covers headset needs.

How it compares

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

Price $2,500.99
Pricier than about 70% 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
Memory
Memory size32 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 Pro
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How do I install additional storage in the Katana 15 and what step is often missed?

The laptop uses a 1TB PCIe SSD; adding a second drive requires opening the chassis, inserting the drive into the spare M.2 slot, and securing it with the tiny retention screw that many builders forget to refit.

What maintenance will the 32GB DDR5 4800 memory need later?

The 32GB DDR5 4800 is soldered and not user-replaceable, so no module swaps are required; only keep the vents clear of dust to maintain cooling for the memory controller.

Which limit appears first during extended gaming on the RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7?

The 8GB GDDR7 frame buffer fills before the GPU core saturates at 165Hz QHD, so texture-heavy titles hit VRAM capacity first.

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