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Black gaming laptop with 15.6 inch display and RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana A15 gaming laptop, Ryzen 9 8945HS, RTX 4070, 32GB DDR5, 2TB PCIe SSD, Cooler Boost 5

SKU CH-BKSX-AHQJA

A 15.6 inch 144Hz FHD gaming laptop with a Ryzen 9 8945HS eight-core processor, RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Ryzen 9 8945HS 8-core processor reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for fast multitasking
  • RTX 4070 with 8GB GDDR6 delivers high frame rates in modern games
  • 6" 144Hz FHD display shows smooth motion at 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • 32GB DDR5 memory and 2TB PCIe SSD provide ample space and quick load times
  • Cooler Boost 5 thermal system keeps performance steady during extended sessions

Ryzen 9 8945HS gaming laptop

The MSI Katana A15 pairs an 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU and 8GB GDDR6 video memory. A 15.6-inch FHD display running at 144Hz delivers smooth motion for fast-paced titles. 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD provide ample space for modern game libraries. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 license are pre-installed.

Cooler Boost 5 thermal system

The laptop ships fully assembled so no internal installation is required. Cooler Boost 5 manages heat from the CPU and GPU during extended sessions. The original seal is opened by engineers only for the memory and storage upgrades listed in the specifications. Driver updates for the RTX 4070 and Ryzen chipset should be applied after first boot to ensure stability.

15.6-inch 144Hz FHD display check

Verify that your external monitors support 1920 x 1080 resolution at 144Hz if you plan to mirror or extend the built-in screen. Confirm that any docking station or hub provides HDMI or USB 3.2 Type-C video output compatible with the laptop’s ports. Ensure your power outlet can supply the adapter included with the unit. Check that your network cable fits the RJ-45 Ethernet port for wired connectivity.

How it compares

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

Price $2,053.99
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
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 size32 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

How do I verify the 144Hz display and RTX 4070 are active after setup?

Open Windows Settings, go to System > Display > Advanced display and confirm the refresh rate shows 144 Hz. Then open Task Manager, select the Performance tab, choose GPU and check that the name reads NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.

What ships inside the box and what must I purchase separately?

The box contains the Katana A15 laptop, a power adapter and documentation. The 32 GB DDR5 memory and 2 TB PCIe SSD are already installed. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-activated. No additional parts are required for basic operation.

Which configuration should I choose if the only variable is the GPU?

This model is offered with a single graphics option: the GeForce RTX 4070 with 8 GB GDDR6. There is no alternative GPU listed for this SKU, so the choice is already made.

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