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Black 15.6-inch gaming laptop with 4-zone RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 HX-12 gaming laptop, i7-14650HX, 32 GB DDR5, 2 TB, RTX 5070, 15.6" QHD 165 Hz

SKU CH-6X3E-VWEAR

15.6-inch QHD 165 Hz display driven by an RTX 5070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7, paired with a 16-core i7-14650HX at up to 5.2 GHz, 32 GB DDR5 and a 2 TB SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • Screen15.60 inches
  • StorageSSD
  • Graphics CardNvidia
  • Dimensions (W x D x H)14.13 in x 10.31 in x 1 in
  • CPU Typecore_i7
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for demanding tasks
  • 32 GB DDR5 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large game libraries
  • 6" QHD 165 Hz panel delivers sharp motion
  • NVIDIA RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 powers advanced graphics

Performance Core

The MSI Katana 15 HX-12 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and a 5.20 GHz turbo frequency. 32 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe SSD support fast load times and multitasking. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7 drives modern titles. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Display and Input

The 15.60 inch IPS-level panel delivers a 2560 x 1440 resolution at 165 Hz for sharp, fluid visuals in competitive and creative work. A 4-zone RGB keyboard adds per-zone lighting control. Connectivity includes two USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, one USB 3.2 Gen2 port with DisplayPort and power delivery, a 3.5 mm audio combo jack, dual 2 W speakers and Intel Wi-Fi 6E.

Deciding Specification

The RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 is the single component that determines whether this laptop meets your performance target. If your workflow or game library demands more video memory or a higher GPU tier, you will need a different configuration; otherwise this GPU defines the ceiling for ray-traced and AI-accelerated workloads.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for demanding tasks
  • 32 GB DDR5 memory handles heavy multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large game libraries
  • 6" QHD 165 Hz panel delivers sharp motion
  • NVIDIA RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 powers advanced graphics

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMSI Katana 15 HX-12
Part NumberMSI Katana 15 HX-12
ColorBlack
Screen15.60 inches
StorageSSD
Graphics CardNvidia
Dimensions (W x D x H)14.13 in x 10.31 in x 1 in
CPU Typecore_i7
Number of Cores16
Turbo Frequency5.20 GHz
Screen Size15.60 inches
Display TypeLED
Resolution2560 x 1440
Refresh Rate165
Operating SystemW11 Pro
GPU/VPUNvidia
Graphic TypeDedicated
SSDSSD
HDDSSD
Storage SpecSSD
Memory Spec32.00 GB
Max Memory Supported96.00 GB
WLAN802_11_AX
WiFi Generation802_11_AX
USB3
Keyboardtouch_pad
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
StyleW11 Pro

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Katana 15 HX-12 get when the i7-14650HX runs at 5.2 GHz all day?

The 16-core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz turbo while the RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 handles graphics; MSI's Cooler Boost 5 dual-fan system manages heat, and fan noise rises under sustained load but stays within typical gaming-laptop levels.

What must I already own to use the single USB 3.2 Gen2 port that carries DisplayPort and power delivery?

You need a USB-C monitor or dock that accepts DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery input; the port delivers video and charges the 55.2 Wh battery simultaneously.

Will my older USB 3.0 peripherals work with the two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports on this laptop?

Yes, the two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports are fully backward compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices, so existing mice, keyboards and drives connect without adapters.

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