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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with four zone RGB keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana 15 HX B14WGK-293US 64 GB 2 TB RTX 5070 gaming laptop

SKU CH-BVSB-2DMJ8

15.6-inch QHD 165 Hz display driven by RTX 5070 graphics with 64 GB DDR5 and 2 TB PCIe storage

  • 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
  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for fast multitasking
  • 64 GB DDR5 memory handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large game libraries and projects
  • 6-inch QHD 165 Hz display delivers smooth, detailed visuals
  • RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 powers high-frame-rate gaming and AI features

Processor and graphics core

This laptop runs on an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores reaching 5.20 GHz turbo, paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 GPU carrying 8 GB GDDR7 memory. The combination targets gamers and creators who need high frame rates and AI-accelerated workflows in a 15.6 inch form factor. Windows 11 Pro ships pre-installed.

Display and memory fit

The 15.6 inch QHD panel delivers 2560 x 1440 resolution at 165 Hz on an IPS-level LED screen, suited for competitive play and colour-sensitive work. 64 GB of DDR5 RAM and a 2 TB PCIe SSD handle large assets and multitasking without bottlenecks. Buyers needing 4K resolution or a larger chassis should evaluate other models.

Deciding specification

The RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 is the single component that determines whether this machine meets a given workload. If the application demands more video memory or a higher GPU tier, this configuration will fall short. If 8 GB GDDR7 satisfies the target titles and creative apps, the rest of the specification supports it fully.

Highlights

  • 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for fast multitasking
  • 64 GB DDR5 memory handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large game libraries and projects
  • 6-inch QHD 165 Hz display delivers smooth, detailed visuals
  • RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 powers high-frame-rate gaming and AI features

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMSI Katana 15 HX-15
Part NumberMSI Katana 15 HX-15
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
Resolution2560x1440
Refresh Rate165
Operating SystemW11 Pro
GPU/VPUNvidia
Graphic TypeDedicated
SSDSSD
HDDSSD
Storage SpecSSD
Memory Spec64.00 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 do I install the DDR5 memory modules in the Katana 15 HX?

Remove the bottom cover, release the two SODIMM clips, insert the new modules at an angle until they click, then press down to lock; the system runs 64 GB DDR5 across two slots.

What maintenance or replacement will the 55.2Wh battery need later?

The 55.2Wh battery is internal; after several hundred charge cycles capacity drops and the pack must be swapped by removing the bottom cover and disconnecting the cable.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the i7-14650HX and RTX 5070?

The CPU can hit its 5.2 GHz turbo ceiling and throttle, while the GPU 8 GB GDDR7 frame buffer fills before the 165 Hz panel becomes the bottleneck.

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