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MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5070 16GB 2TB Black

SKU CH-B9DT-1MEDK

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7 16-core processor, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • 16-core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for fast compute
  • 6" QHD 165Hz panel delivers sharp 2560 x 1440 motion
  • RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16GB DDR5 4800 plus 2TB PCIe SSD load games quickly
  • 3 USB-A, 2 USB-C, HDMI and RJ45 cover peripherals and wired net

Built for QHD gaming at 165 Hz

The Katana 15 pairs a 15.6 inch QHD panel running at 165 Hz with an Intel Core i7 14650HX processor and an RTX 5070 graphics card carrying 8 GB of GDDR7 memory. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 4800 system memory and a 2 TB PCIe SSD complete a configuration aimed at high-refresh competitive play and content creation on Windows 11 Home.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This machine fits gamers who want a 15.6 inch QHD 165 Hz display driven by a 16 core 24 thread CPU and RTX 5070 graphics. It also suits creators needing 16 GB DDR5 and a 2 TB PCIe SSD in a 5.29 pound chassis. Buyers needing a touchscreen, an SD card reader, a fingerprint reader or a lighter ultraportable form factor should consider other models.

Check your setup before ordering

Verify that your external monitors can accept a 2560 x 1440 signal over the HDMI port and that your peripherals work with three USB Type-A and two USB Type-C ports. Confirm your network infrastructure supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi or wired RJ45 Ethernet. Ensure you have space for a 14.13 by 10.31 by 0.99 inch footprint and a power outlet for the supplied adapter.

How it compares

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

Price $2,102.99
Pricier than about 56% 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 size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 4800
Storage
SSD storage2 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 must I already own to use the 15.6 QHD 165Hz display and RTX 5070 graphics?

The laptop includes the 2560 x 1440 panel and GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 built in, so no external monitor or GPU is required for them to work.

Will my existing USB Type-A peripherals still connect alongside the 2 x USB Type-C ports?

Yes, the chassis provides 3 x USB Type-A ports in addition to the 2 x USB Type-C ports, so older mice, keyboards and drives plug straight in.

How can I confirm the 165Hz refresh rate is active after Windows 11 setup?

Open Settings > System > Display > Advanced display and verify the refresh rate dropdown shows 165 Hz for the internal 15.6 QHD panel.

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