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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with thin bezel QHD IPS display and RGB backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana HX B14WGK-293US gaming laptop

SKU CH-14VF-3RA9R

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz IPS gaming laptop with Intel Core i7-14650HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe and RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB DDR5
  • SSD storage1 TB NVMe
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440
  • QHD 165 Hz IPS panel gives crisp 2560 x 1440 visuals with smooth motion
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX processor delivers high-speed performance for gaming and multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 enables advanced graphics and AI features
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory plus 1 TB NVMe SSD provides fast load times and responsive storage
  • Windows 11 Home and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity support modern software and wireless networking

Built for high-refresh gaming

The MSI Katana HX B14WGK-293US is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a QHD IPS panel running at 165 Hz. An Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7 drive modern titles at 2560 x 1440. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 memory and a 1 TB NVMe SSD keep load times short. Windows 11 Home ships pre-installed.

Check power and memory headroom

Verify that your workflow fits within the single 16 GB DDR5 module; the specification lists 16 GB x 1 with no second stick mentioned. Confirm the 1 TB NVMe capacity covers your game library and project files before ordering. The chassis uses a thin-bezel IPS display, so external monitor plans should match the 2560 x 1440 native resolution for consistent scaling. Wi-Fi 6E is the only wireless standard listed.

Fits a portable battle-station

The RTX 5070 laptop GPU handles ray-traced effects and AI upscaling without a separate desktop card. DDR5 memory and NVMe storage free up bandwidth for streaming and editing workloads. A per-key RGB backlit keyboard replaces the need for an external LED board in low light. The 15.6-inch form factor sits on a desk or travels in a standard laptop bag while the 165 Hz panel reduces the urge to carry a second high-refresh monitor.

How it compares

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

Price $1,245.99
Cheaper than about 85% 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).
Refresh frequency 165 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 2,443 items is 165 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Year of release2025
Product colorBlack
Design styleSleekbook
Product typeGaming
Recommended useGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor modelIntel Core i7-14650HX
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR5
Memory configuration16 GB x 1
Storage
SSD storage1 TB NVMe
Storage drive1 TB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatQHD
Bezel styleThin
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Network typeWi-Fi Only
Bluetooth support5.3
Size & build
Overall dimensions18.33 in W × 10.83 in H × 7.06 in D
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Katana HX B14WGK-293US and do I need to buy anything else?

The laptop ships with the 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz IPS panel, Intel Core i7-14650HX processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, 1TB NVMe SSD, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 GPU, RGB backlit keyboard and Windows 11 Home installed. No extra components are required to start working or gaming.

Should I choose the 16GB DDR5 configuration or add more memory later?

The single 16GB DDR5 module leaves one slot free, so you can add a matching stick later for dual-channel bandwidth if your workloads need more than 16GB.

What does the 165Hz refresh rate on the 2560x1440 IPS display mean for actual gameplay?

The panel can show up to 165 frames per second at QHD resolution, so motion stays sharp in fast-paced titles when the RTX 5070 pushes frame rates that high.

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