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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with thin bezel QHD display and four zone RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15.6" QHD 165Hz gaming laptop i7-14650HX RTX 5070 32GB 2TB

SKU CH-NP0P-CKBEN

A 15.6-inch QHD 165 Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX and an RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7, backed by 32 GB DDR5 5600 memory and a 2 TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440

Memory Size 32GB DDR5 5600MHz RAM

Storage Size 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.S SSD

Operating System Windows 11 Home

  • QHD 165 Hz IPS panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for vivid colour accuracy
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core 24-thread CPU reaches 5.2 GHz for multi-task speed
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 GPU powers high-frame-rate gaming
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 memory plus 2 TB Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD loads games fast
  • 4-zone RGB anti-ghost keyboard with WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keeps control responsive

15.6" QHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop

This MSI Katana model pairs a 15.6 inch QHD IPS panel with a 165 Hz refresh rate for sharp, fluid visuals. It is driven by an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory. The system ships with 32GB DDR5 5600 RAM and a 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed.

Buyers needing 100% DCI-P3 color

Creative professionals and competitive players will benefit from the 100% DCI-P3 coverage and 165 Hz panel. The 16-core CPU and RTX 5070 handle modern titles and content workloads. Users who prioritise maximum battery life or a lighter chassis should consider alternatives, as the 55.2Wh battery and 4.29 lb weight reflect the performance focus.

RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 dedicated graphics

The single specification that decides fit is the RTX 5070 laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 video memory. It determines the rendering performance ceiling for games and GPU-accelerated applications. If your workflow demands more video memory or a higher GPU tier, this configuration will not match those requirements.

How it compares

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

Price $1,793.99
Cheaper than about 59% 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).
Refresh frequency 165 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 2,443 items is 165 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-14650HX
CPU cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth support5.3
Wired network1 x RJ-45
Ports & slots
USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Video outputs1 x HDMI
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Additional ports1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

What comes in the box and what must I buy separately?

The laptop ships with a 15.6" QHD 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 GPU, 32GB DDR5 5600 RAM, 2TB Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, 4-zone RGB keyboard, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, 55.2Wh battery and power adapter. No extra parts are required for operation.

Should I choose the 32GB DDR5 5600 configuration or plan a 64GB upgrade?

The unit already includes 32GB DDR5 5600 memory. The platform supports up to 64GB, so you only need to upgrade later if your workloads demand more than the installed 32GB.

How does the 165Hz QHD panel perform in actual games with the RTX 5070?

The 2560 x 1440 165Hz IPS panel covers 100% DCI-P3. Paired with the RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 GPU, it delivers high frame rates at QHD in modern titles, letting you take full advantage of the 165Hz refresh rate.

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