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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop i7-14650HX RTX 5050 64GB 4TB 144Hz

SKU CH-2YYQ-FX0KJ

A 15.6 inch FHD 144Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7 14650HX 16-core processor, RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 4TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage4 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz max turbo for heavy workloads
  • 6" 144 Hz FHD display delivers smooth motion in fast scenes
  • RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives modern titles at high settings
  • 64 GB DDR5 4800 plus 4 TB PCIe SSD handle large projects without swapping
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections stable during play

Ready-to-game 15.6" laptop

The MSI Katana 15 combines a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPU that carries 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory. A 144 Hz FHD panel and 64 GB of DDR5-4800 RAM complete the core specification for high-refresh competitive play.

Connectivity that clears desk space

Three USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports and one Type-A port handle peripherals and external storage without a separate hub. HDMI 2.1 drives an external monitor, while RJ-45 Ethernet plus Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 keep network options open in any environment.

4 TB PCIe SSD with 64 GB RAM headroom

The 4 TB drive stores large game libraries, project files and media without constant off-loading. 64 GB of system memory runs virtual machines, heavy multitasking and content-creation workloads until the CPU or GPU thermal limits become the bottleneck.

How it compares

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

Price $2,040.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,382 items is $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 size64 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 4800
Storage
SSD storage4 TB PCIe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 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 Pro
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How long can the Core i7-14650HX sustain its 5.2 GHz turbo before thermal limits take over?

The 16-core, 24-thread processor runs at a 2.2 GHz base clock and can reach 5.2 GHz max turbo, but the duration it holds that speed depends on the laptop's cooling capacity under sustained load.

What are the fan noise levels and surface temperatures when the RTX 5050 and CPU run at full load for hours?

The 8 GB GDDR7 graphics and 14-core CPU share a compact 0.99-inch chassis; expect audible fan spin and warm keyboard areas during extended gaming or rendering sessions.

Which peripherals and cables do I need to use the HDMI 2.1 and USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports right away?

You need an HDMI 2.1-certified cable for 4K high-refresh output and USB-C devices or adapters that support 3.2 Gen2 speeds to match the three Type-C ports.

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