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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with RGB backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana A15 gaming laptop AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS RTX 4070 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-TZR2-9PBQG

A 15.6 inch 144Hz FHD gaming laptop with an 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS, RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6, 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS hits 5.2 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 6 inch 144 Hz FHD panel delivers smooth motion in fast games
  • RTX 4070 with 8 GB GDDR6 powers high-detail 1080p gaming
  • 64 GB DDR5 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD handles large libraries without bottlenecks
  • RGB backlit keyboard and 720p webcam complete the battle-ready package

15.6" 144Hz FHD Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana A15 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop built around a 144Hz FHD display. It runs on an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS 8-core processor with a 5.2 GHz turbo frequency. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU with 8GB GDDR6 memory handles graphics. The system includes 64GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD. It ships with Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 license.

8-Core Ryzen 9 With RTX 4070

This configuration suits buyers who want high core counts and strong mobile graphics in a 15.6 inch chassis. The 8-core CPU and RTX 4070 combination handles modern games and content creation workloads. Buyers needing a touchscreen, an SD card reader, or a lighter device should consider other models. The 5.2 GHz turbo frequency supports demanding single-thread tasks.

64GB DDR5 And 2TB PCIe SSD

The single specification that decides fit is the 64GB DDR5 memory paired with a 2TB PCIe SSD. This capacity combination is fixed and cannot be changed at purchase. It determines whether the laptop meets memory and storage requirements for heavy multitasking and large game libraries. No other memory or storage options are offered for this model.

How it compares

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

Price $2,157.99
Pricier 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
Product lineRaider
Model nameKatana A15
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
Processor model4 GHz
CPU cores8-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNo
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 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 weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Which Katana A15 configuration should I pick if I need the full 64 GB DDR5 and 2 TB PCIe SSD?

This model ships with 64 GB DDR5 and a 2 TB PCIe SSD already installed, so there is no smaller capacity option to choose from.

What does the 5.2 GHz turbo frequency mean for everyday gaming performance?

The Ryzen 9 8945HS can boost up to 5.2 GHz on demanding threads, giving high single-core speed for smooth frame rates in modern titles.

What display interface does the HDMI port use and what resolution and refresh rate can it actually drive?

The HDMI output supports external monitors up to 1920 x 1080 at 144 Hz, matching the built-in panel's native refresh rate.

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