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MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 144Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5050 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-71XT-6T10G

A 15.6 inch 144Hz gaming laptop with a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX, RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Processor Name2.20GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for fast compute
  • 144 Hz 15.6" FHD panel gives smooth motion in games
  • RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 drives high frame rates
  • 64 GB DDR5 4800 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD handles large workloads
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 with Bluetooth 5.3 keeps wireless links stable

Performance for competitive gaming

The MSI Katana 15 pairs an Intel Core i7 14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 laptop GPU carrying 8GB GDDR7 memory. A 15.6 inch FHD display running at 144Hz provides smooth motion for fast-paced titles. Windows 11 Home, 64GB DDR5 4800 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD complete a platform ready for heavy multitasking and large project files.

Thermals, noise and power draw in normal use

The 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inch chassis weighing 5.29 pounds houses cooling for a CPU that reaches 5.2 GHz max turbo frequency. Under typical mixed workloads the fans spin up to move heat from the 30 MB L3 cache and GPU without becoming intrusive in a quiet room. Power consumption scales with the 16-core processor and RTX graphics, so sustained loads will draw noticeable wattage from the adapter.

Ports and connectivity upgrades expand daily

A single HDMI 2.1 output drives an external high-refresh monitor while three USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports and one USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A port handle fast peripherals and storage. Gigabit Ethernet via RJ45 adds stable wired networking. Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 deliver modern wireless performance. The per-key backlit keyboard improves visibility in low-light sessions.

Highlights

  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for fast compute
  • 144 Hz 15.6" FHD panel gives smooth motion in games
  • RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 drives high frame rates
  • 64 GB DDR5 4800 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD handles large workloads
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 with Bluetooth 5.3 keeps wireless links stable

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesKatana 15
ModelMSI 15.6
ColorBlack
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor Name2.20GHz
Number of Cores16-core Processor
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD2TB 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

How do I install an additional M.2 SSD in the Katana 15, and which screw size catches people out?

Remove the bottom panel screws, then insert the 2TB PCIe SSD into the spare M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle before securing it with the single M2x3 mm screw — the shorter screw is the one most people drop.

What maintenance will the 64GB DDR5 4800 memory need over time?

The DDR5 4800 modules are soldered, so no user replacement is possible; keep the vents clear and repaste the CPU every two years to maintain thermal headroom for the 16-core i7-14650HX.

Which limit appears first during a long gaming session on the RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7?

The GPU hits its 8GB GDDR7 frame-buffer ceiling before the 144Hz FHD panel or the 5.2 GHz turbo ceiling, so texture quality must be lowered in memory-heavy titles.

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