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Black 15.6-inch gaming laptop with RGB keyboard

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MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop i9-14900HX RTX 5070 64GB 1TB QHD+ 165Hz

SKU CH-6TVY-65VGC

A 15.6 inch QHD+ 165Hz gaming laptop with a 24-core i9-14900HX, RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i9 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core i9-14900HX hits 5.8 GHz turbo for heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5070 with 12 GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming
  • 6" QHD+ 165 Hz anti-glare IPS delivers smooth visuals
  • 64 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD handles large workloads
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections fast and stable

15.6" 165 Hz QHD+ Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana 15 pairs an Intel Core i9-14900HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 GPU. It ships with 64GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. A 15.6 inch anti-glare IPS panel runs at 2560 x 1600 resolution and 165 Hz refresh. Windows 11 Pro and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Who this suits

Content creators and competitive gamers who need high core counts and 12 GB of video memory for 1440p workflows will benefit. The 4-zone RGB keyboard and 720p webcam support streaming setups. Buyers who require a card reader, fingerprint reader, or a wider colour gamut than 45 % NTSC should consider other models.

Deciding specification

The single figure that decides fit is the 12 GB GDDR7 frame buffer on the RTX 5070. It determines whether the laptop can hold the textures and assets your target resolution and applications demand. If 12 GB meets that threshold, the rest of the specification aligns; if it falls short, a different GPU tier is required.

How it compares

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

Price $2,543.99
Pricier than about 71% 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 size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 64GB DDR5 model or look for a lower-capacity version?

This unit ships with 64GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD already installed. No smaller-capacity configuration is listed for this SKU.

What does the 5.8 GHz turbo frequency mean when the laptop is under load?

The Intel Core i9-14900HX can boost up to 5.8 GHz on its performance cores when thermal headroom allows, giving short bursts of maximum single-thread speed.

What does the HDMI 2.1 port support for an external monitor?

The HDMI 2.1 output can drive an external display at up to 4K resolution and high refresh rates, limited by the connected monitor's capabilities.

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