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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with RGB backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5070 64GB 2TB

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A 15.6 QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with an i7-14650HX 16-core CPU, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 4800 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 size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • 6" QHD 165Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for fast compute
  • RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 powers modern games at high settings
  • 64GB DDR5 4800 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 2TB PCIe SSD provides ample storage for large libraries

MSI Katana 15 QHD 165Hz laptop

This MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop combines a 15.6 inch QHD display running at 165Hz with an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics. The system ships with 64GB of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

Creative professionals and competitive gamers who need high frame rates at 2560 x 1440 resolution will benefit from the 16 core CPU and 8GB GDDR7 GPU. Buyers requiring a touchscreen, an SD card reader, or a lighter chassis for daily commuting should consider alternative models.

Deciding specification: RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU with 8GB of GDDR7 video memory determines whether this machine meets your workload. If your applications or games demand more VRAM or a higher GPU tier, this specification is the limiting factor.

How it compares

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

Price $1,819.99
Cheaper than about 58% 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
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size64 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

How does the 5.2 GHz turbo frequency affect gaming performance on this i7-14650HX laptop?

The 5.2 GHz turbo frequency lets the 16-core processor reach high single-thread speeds during game logic and physics calculations, delivering responsive frame rates in CPU-bound titles.

What external display resolution and refresh rate can the HDMI port drive with the RTX 5070?

The HDMI output supports up to 4K at 60 Hz, so a QHD 165 Hz external monitor will run at its native resolution but limited to 60 Hz over this connection.

Will a standard 2280 M.2 SSD fit the expansion slot inside the 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inch chassis?

Yes, the chassis accommodates a standard 2280 M.2 PCIe SSD alongside the existing 2 TB drive, and the 0.99 inch thickness provides enough clearance for single-sided modules.

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