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MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 FHD 144Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5050 32GB DDR5 4TB PCIe Black

SKU CH-037B-DGGDA

A 15.6 inch FHD 144Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7 14650HX 16-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 4TB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Processor Name2.20GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • Smooth 144Hz FHD panel for fluid motion
  • 16-core i7-14650HX handles heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5050 with 8GB GDDR7 drives modern titles
  • 32GB DDR5 4800 plus 4TB PCIe for massive storage
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wireless

15.6 inch 144 Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Katana 15 combines a 15.6 inch FHD display running at 144 Hz with an Intel Core i7 14650HX processor featuring 16 cores and 24 threads. It includes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7 video memory, 32 GB DDR5 4800 RAM, and a 4 TB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Pro and Office 2021 are pre-installed.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This laptop suits users who need high core counts for multitasking and a fast refresh rate for competitive gaming. The 4 TB drive supports large game libraries and media projects without external storage. Buyers needing a touchscreen, an SD card reader, or a lighter chassis under 5.29 pounds should consider other models.

The spec that decides fit

The RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 determines whether this machine meets your graphics workload. It drives the 144 Hz panel in modern titles and handles GPU-accelerated creative tasks. If your applications require more video memory or a higher GPU tier, this configuration will not match those requirements.

Highlights

  • Smooth 144Hz FHD panel for fluid motion
  • 16-core i7-14650HX handles heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5050 with 8GB GDDR7 drives modern titles
  • 32GB DDR5 4800 plus 4TB PCIe for massive storage
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wireless

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 Pro
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD4TB PCIe SSD
Memory32GB
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 are the exact chassis dimensions of the Katana 15?

The chassis measures 14.13 x 10.31 x .99 inches and weighs 5.29 pounds, so verify your bag or sleeve fits a 15.6 inch frame of that thickness.

How do I add more storage, and which screw do people forget?

Remove the bottom panel screws, lift the panel, insert an additional M.2 PCIe SSD into the open slot at a 30-degree angle, then secure it with the tiny mounting screw — that screw is the one most often dropped.

When will the DDR5 memory need replacement?

The 32 GB DDR5 4800 modules are soldered and not user-replaceable; plan on keeping the original memory for the laptop's usable life.

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