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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with four zone RGB backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop i9-14900HX RTX 5070 16GB 2TB

SKU CH-H8C5-KTQ4H

A 15.6 inch 165Hz QHD+ gaming laptop with an Intel Core i9-14900HX 24-core processor, RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i9 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core i9-14900HX reaches 5.8 GHz for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5070 with 12 GB GDDR7 drives modern games
  • 6-inch 165 Hz QHD+ panel shows sharp motion
  • 16 GB DDR5 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD handles large libraries
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections stable

15.6-inch 165Hz QHD+ gaming laptop

The MSI Katana 15 is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop built around a 165Hz QHD+ anti-glare IPS panel. It runs Windows 11 Home and ships with an Office 2024 license. The 4.96-pound chassis measures 14.13 by 10.2 by .98 inches and includes a 720p webcam, 4-zone RGB keyboard, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

Intel Core i9-14900HX 24-core processor

The system is powered by an Intel Core i9-14900HX with 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency sits at 4.1 GHz and can reach 5.8 GHz under load. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD handle multitasking and storage duties.

RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 graphics

An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU with 12GB of GDDR7 drives the 2560 by 1600 display. External output is provided by a single HDMI 2.1 port. Wired networking uses onboard Ethernet, while peripherals connect through one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, and separate audio jacks.

How it compares

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

Price $2,179.99
Pricier than about 59% 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 12 GB
Higher 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 i9 14th Gen
Processor model4.2 GHz
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.8 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNo
Display formatQHD+
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM12 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

Questions about this item

How does the 24-core i9-14900HX perform inside this 15.6" chassis?

The 24-core processor runs at a 4.1 GHz base and can reach 5.8 GHz turbo, delivering high multi-thread speed for gaming and creative workloads within the Katana 15 frame.

What does the HDMI 2.1 port actually support on this laptop?

The single HDMI 2.1 output drives an external display at the panel's native 2560 x 1600 resolution for high-refresh gaming or multi-monitor work.

Will the 14.13 x 10.2 x 0.98 inch body fit my 15-inch sleeve?

At 14.13 by 10.2 inches with a 0.98 inch profile and 4.96 pound weight, the Katana 15 matches typical 15-inch sleeve dimensions.

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