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

MSI

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

SKU CH-4JXD-E1G49

A 15.6" 165 Hz QHD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 graphics, 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 Pro

  • QHD 165 Hz IPS display covers 100% DCI-P3 for vivid colour accuracy
  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for fast multi-thread speed
  • RTX 5070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7 memory drives high frame rates
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz RAM and 2 TB NVMe SSD give ample capacity
  • 4-zone RGB keyboard with anti-ghost keys plus WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3

16-core i7-14650HX laptop

The MSI Katana 15.6" QHD 165Hz gaming laptop pairs an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU. Sixteen cores and twenty-four threads deliver high multi-threaded throughput for gaming and content creation. The system ships with Windows 11 Pro and 32GB of DDR5 5600 memory.

15.6" 165Hz QHD IPS display

A 15.6-inch IPS panel runs at 2560 x 1440 resolution with a 165 Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 coverage. Thin bezels maximise screen real estate without expanding the chassis. HDMI output supports an external monitor. WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless connectivity. Three USB Type-A ports, one USB Type-C port and an RJ-45 jack cover wired peripherals.

2TB Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD storage

The 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe drive provides fast load times for large game libraries and project files. 32GB of DDR5 5600 RAM handles concurrent applications; the platform supports up to 64GB if more headroom is needed. The 55.2Wh battery powers the 4-zone RGB keyboard and 1080p webcam during mobile sessions.

How it compares

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

Price $1,653.99
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).
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 Pro
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

How long does the 55.2Wh battery last under continuous heavy load?

The 55.2Wh lithium-polymer battery will drain faster during sustained gaming or rendering; expect reduced runtime compared to light use and keep the charger handy for long sessions.

What are the fan noise and surface temperatures when the i7-14650HX and RTX 5070 run at full load for hours?

Under prolonged maximum load the cooling system spins up audibly and the chassis near the rear vents becomes warm; the 4.29 lb body helps dissipate heat but does not eliminate fan noise.

Which peripherals and cables must I already own to use the HDMI, USB Type-C and RJ-45 ports immediately?

You need an HDMI cable for external displays, a USB-C device or adapter for the single Type-C port, and an Ethernet cable for the RJ-45 jack; all three ports are ready on the 15.6 inch chassis.

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