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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with 144Hz FHD display

MSI

MSI Katana A15 gaming laptop 15.6" 144Hz FHD Ryzen 9 8945HS RTX 4070 8GB 32GB 512GB

SKU CH-83WB-VV9KY

A 15.6 inch 144Hz FHD laptop runs on an 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS up to 5.2 GHz with an RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6, 32GB DDR5 and a 512GB PCIe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
  • Processor Name4.00GHz
  • Number of Cores8-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS reaches 5.2 GHz for fast responsiveness
  • 144 Hz 15.6 inch FHD display gives smooth motion in games
  • RTX 4070 with 8 GB GDDR6 delivers high frame rates
  • 32 GB DDR5 and 512 GB PCIe SSD keep loading times short
  • Cooler Boost 5 plus RGB keyboard and webcam complete the package

15.6-inch 144Hz gaming laptop

The MSI Katana A15 combines a 15.6-inch FHD 144Hz display with an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS 8-core processor and GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 graphics. It ships with 32GB DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD running Windows 11 Home. The system targets gamers and creators who need high frame rates and fast responsiveness in a portable black chassis.

Windows 11 Home and Office 2024 license

The laptop arrives with Windows 11 Home pre-installed and an Office 2024 license included, so productivity apps are ready without extra purchases. A 720p webcam, RGB backlit keyboard, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, Ethernet and multiple USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 ports are integrated. No SD card reader or fingerprint sensor is fitted.

Engineer-opened seal for upgrades

The manufacturer seal is opened by engineers to install the specified RAM and SSD configuration before shipment. This process adds a one-year warranty on the upgraded components alongside the standard one-year manufacturer warranty on the rest of the unit. Installation is therefore completed before the buyer receives the laptop, reducing the chance of factory defects or compatibility issues.

Highlights

  • 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS reaches 5.2 GHz for fast responsiveness
  • 144 Hz 15.6 inch FHD display gives smooth motion in games
  • RTX 4070 with 8 GB GDDR6 delivers high frame rates
  • 32 GB DDR5 and 512 GB PCIe SSD keep loading times short
  • Cooler Boost 5 plus RGB keyboard and webcam complete the package

Specifications

SeriesRaider
ModelKatana A15
ColorBlack
CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
Processor Name4.00GHz
Number of Cores8-core Processor
Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNo
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
SSD512GB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory32GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLANYes
BluetoothYes
USB2
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
TouchpadYes
KeyboardYes
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamYes
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
Package ContentLaptop, Charger
Weight5 - 5.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

Will the 512 GB SSD need to be replaced for more storage later?

The laptop ships with a 512 GB PCIe SSD and no secondary drive bay, so adding capacity means swapping the existing module for a larger one.

Which component hits its limit first during long gaming sessions?

The RTX 4070 8 GB GDDR6 frame buffer fills before the 32 GB DDR5 system memory, capping texture quality in the heaviest titles.

How loud and hot does the Cooler Boost 5 system get when the Ryzen 9 8945HS runs at 5.2 GHz all day?

Cooler Boost 5 uses dual fans and five heat pipes; sustained 5.2 GHz loads push fan speed high and surface temperatures rise noticeably around the keyboard deck.

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