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Black MSI Katana 15 laptop closed lid smooth matte finish

MSI

MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop 15.6 FHD 144Hz i7-14650HX RTX 5050 8GB 32GB DDR5 2TB

SKU CH-Q2S4-3WTJD

A 15.6" 144Hz FHD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 32GB 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 i7-14650HX up to 5.2 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • 6-inch 144 Hz FHD panel for smooth motion
  • RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 for modern graphics workloads
  • 32 GB DDR5 4800 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD for fast capacity
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 for low-latency wireless

Target User

The MSI Katana 15 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core i7 14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads. It pairs that CPU with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card holding 8GB of GDDR7 memory. The system includes 32GB of DDR5 4800 RAM and a 2TB PCIe SSD. A 144Hz FHD display, Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.3 and a backlit keyboard complete the package for players who want high refresh rates in a portable chassis.

Fit and Limits

This machine suits gamers who prioritise fast 1080p frame rates and need plenty of system memory for multitasking or content creation. The 16 core processor and 32GB of RAM also handle heavy productivity workloads. Buyers who require a higher resolution screen, more than 8GB of video memory, or an SD card reader should look at alternative configurations.

Deciding Specification

The single specification that determines suitability is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 with 8GB GDDR7. That graphics subsystem sets the performance ceiling for modern titles at 1920 x 1080 and defines whether the laptop meets a buyer's gaming or creative requirements.

Highlights

  • 16-core i7-14650HX up to 5.2 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • 6-inch 144 Hz FHD panel for smooth motion
  • RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 for modern graphics workloads
  • 32 GB DDR5 4800 plus 2 TB PCIe SSD for fast capacity
  • Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 for low-latency 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
SSD2TB 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

Does the laptop need an external monitor to use the HDMI 2.1 port?

The HDMI 2.1 port is built into the chassis, so no extra hardware is required to connect an external display.

Will my existing USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A peripherals work with the three USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports?

The three ports are Type-C only; you will need a Type-C to Type-A adapter or cable to use older Type-A devices.

How can I confirm the 144 Hz panel is running at its native refresh rate after setup?

Open Windows Display Settings, choose the internal 15.6" FHD screen, and verify the refresh-rate dropdown shows 144 Hz selected.

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