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

MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-13620H RTX 4070 32GB 512GB

SKU CH-W6GC-WE743

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with a 10-core Intel Core i7-13620H, RTX 4070 6GB graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 13th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440

Model 32GB/512GB W11H

  • Sharp 15.6" QHD visuals at 165Hz refresh
  • 10-core Intel i7-13620H hits 4.9GHz turbo
  • RTX 4070 with 8GB GDDR6 drives modern titles
  • 32GB DDR5 plus 512GB PCIe SSD for speed
  • Cooler Boost 5 keeps thermals steady under load

15.6" QHD 165Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Katana 15 pairs a 15.6 inch QHD panel at 165Hz with an Intel Core i7-13620H 10-core processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 GPU. 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD complete a specification aimed at competitive gaming and content creation on Windows 11 Home.

Cooler Boost 5 thermal system

The chassis uses MSI's Cooler Boost 5 design to move heat away from the CPU and GPU during extended sessions. Dust accumulation in the dual-fan assembly can reduce airflow over time, so periodic cleaning of the intake vents helps maintain consistent temperatures.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous load the 45W processor and RTX 4070 operate within the thermal envelope set by the cooling solution, allowing stable clock speeds for long rendering or gaming periods. The 100% DCI-P3 display maintains colour accuracy without throttling-related artefacts.

How it compares

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

Price $1,722.99
Cheaper than about 63% 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 6 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 4,061 comparable items (median 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 13th Gen
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU cores10-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.9 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440
Touch inputNo
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM6 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 weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

Will the 15.6 inch QHD 165Hz panel handle fast competitive shooters without motion blur?

The 165Hz refresh rate and 2.5ms response time on the 2560 x 1440 anti-glare display keep fast motion sharp and readable in competitive titles.

Can the single 512GB PCIe drive be expanded later for a large game library?

The laptop ships with a 512GB PCIe SSD; internal expansion depends on the motherboard layout, so check the service manual or contact support before buying a second drive.

Does the HDMI 2.1 port allow 4K 120Hz output to an external monitor?

Yes, the HDMI 2.1 port supports 4K at 120Hz and 8K at 60Hz, so a high-refresh 4K external display will run at its full rate.

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