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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with RGB keyboard and Eclipse Black finish

MSI

MSI Katana 15 15.6" 165Hz QHD i7-14650HX RTX 5060 32GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-ZJES-MC8C9

A 15.6 inch 165Hz QHD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Processor Name3.70GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • 16 cores and 24 threads at up to 5.2 GHz for rapid multi-tasking
  • 6 inch 165 Hz QHD panel at 2560 x 1600 for sharp motion clarity
  • RTX 5060 with 8 GB GDDR7 for high frame-rate gaming
  • 32 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD for fast load times
  • WiFi 6E and RGB keyboard for low-latency play and per-key lighting

15.6" 165Hz QHD Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana 15 is a gaming laptop built around a 15.6 inch display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 2560 x 1600 resolution. It runs on an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, reaching up to 5.20 GHz. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 with 8GB GDDR7 handles graphics. The system includes 32GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed.

Office 2024 License and RGB Keyboard

A genuine Office 2024 license is included, removing the need for a separate subscription purchase for core productivity apps. The per-key RGB keyboard lets users customise lighting zones for visibility in low-light sessions. WiFi 6E provides wireless connectivity. The chassis measures 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inches and weighs 5.29 pounds in Eclipse Black.

Suits Competitive Gamers and Content Creators

This configuration suits competitive gamers who value high refresh rates at QHD resolution and creators who benefit from 16-core CPU throughput and 32GB memory. Buyers needing a touchscreen, SD card reader, or fingerprint reader should look elsewhere. The 8GB video memory may limit texture-heavy workflows at native resolution. The single USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port limits high-speed peripheral expansion.

Highlights

  • 16 cores and 24 threads at up to 5.2 GHz for rapid multi-tasking
  • 6 inch 165 Hz QHD panel at 2560 x 1600 for sharp motion clarity
  • RTX 5060 with 8 GB GDDR7 for high frame-rate gaming
  • 32 GB DDR5 plus 1 TB PCIe SSD for fast load times
  • WiFi 6E and RGB keyboard for low-latency play and per-key lighting

Specifications

SeriesRaider
ModelKatana 15
ColorBlack
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor Name3.70GHz
Number of Cores16-core Processor
Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNo
Display TypeQHD
Resolution2560 x 1600
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
SSD1TB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory32GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLANYes
BluetoothYes
USB2
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
TouchpadYes
KeyboardYes
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamYes
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
Package ContentLaptop, Charger
Weight5 - 5.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How do I upgrade the 32GB DDR5 memory or the 1TB PCIe SSD later?

Both components are accessible inside the chassis. The board uses DDR5 slots and a PCIe slot for the 1TB drive, so you can add capacity or replace modules with standard parts.

Will the Intel Core i7-14650HX hit its 5.2 GHz turbo limit before the RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 saturates?

Under heavy load the 16-core CPU can reach 5.20 GHz while the GPU runs at its boost clocks. Either component may become the bottleneck first depending on the workload.

How loud are the fans and how hot does the keyboard deck get during all-day gaming?

The cooling system ramps fan speed to keep the i7-14650HX and RTX 5060 within thermal limits. Surface temperatures and noise rise with sustained load but stay within normal gaming-laptop ranges.

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