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MSI Katana 15 15.6 QHD 165Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5070 64GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-FQAA-YSD1V

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Processor Name2.20GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • 6 inch QHD 165Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16 core Intel Core i7 14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for responsive compute
  • RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 powers modern games
  • 64GB DDR5 4800 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 1TB PCIe SSD provides fast storage access

15.6 QHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop

The MSI Katana 15 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop with a 2560 x 1440 resolution display running at 165Hz. It runs on an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads reaching 5.2 GHz. The system includes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with Windows 11 Home and a 2024 Office license.

Who This Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere

This configuration suits users who need 64GB DDR5 4800 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD for large workloads and game libraries. The 165Hz QHD panel benefits competitive and immersive play. Buyers wanting a touchscreen, an SD card reader, or a lighter chassis under 4.58 pounds should consider other models.

RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 Graphics

The single specification that decides fit is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 video memory. This GPU tier determines the achievable frame rates and visual settings in modern titles at 2560 x 1440. If your workflow or games demand a higher or lower GPU tier, a different laptop is required.

Highlights

  • 6 inch QHD 165Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16 core Intel Core i7 14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for responsive compute
  • RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 powers modern games
  • 64GB DDR5 4800 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 1TB PCIe SSD provides fast storage access

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesKatana 15
ModelMSI 15.6
ColorBlack
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor Name2.20GHz
Number of Cores16-core Processor
Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeQHD
Resolution2560 x 1440
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD1TB PCIe SSD
Memory64GB
Memory SpeedDDR5 4800
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothYes
USB1
HDMI1 x HDMI
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (100Mbps)
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
Battery LifeUp to 7 Hours

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Katana 15 and which parts must be purchased separately?

The laptop ships with the 15.6 inch QHD 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 4800 memory, 1TB PCIe SSD, RGB backlit keyboard, Windows 11 Home and Office 2024 licence. No optical drive or SD card reader are included.

Which memory and storage configuration should I choose for this model?

This unit is already specified with 64GB DDR5 4800 and a 1TB PCIe SSD, so no further capacity choice is required at purchase.

What does the 165Hz 2560 x 1440 panel deliver in everyday gaming?

The 165Hz QHD screen refreshes 165 times per second at 2560 x 1440 resolution, giving smooth motion and sharp detail in fast-paced titles.

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