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Black MSI Katana A15 15.6 inch gaming laptop closed lid

MSI

MSI Katana A15 gaming laptop, Ryzen 9 8945HS, RTX 4070, 16GB, 512GB, 15.6" 144Hz

SKU CH-A3PJ-N2K24

A 15.6 inch 144Hz FHD gaming laptop with Ryzen 9 8945HS, RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6, 16GB DDR5 and 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 up to 5.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 graphics for high-fidelity gaming visuals
  • 6" 144Hz FHD display gives smooth motion in fast scenes
  • 16GB DDR5 plus 512GB PCIe SSD for quick load times
  • Cooler Boost 5 thermal design keeps performance steady under load

15.6" 144Hz FHD gaming laptop

This 15.6" laptop pairs an 8-core AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 GPU. The 144Hz FHD panel delivers 1920 x 1080 resolution for fast-paced gaming. 16GB DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD provide responsive multitasking and storage. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 license are pre-installed.

Cooler Boost 5 thermal system with extensive I/O

The Cooler Boost 5 design manages heat from the 4.0 GHz base CPU and 5.2 GHz turbo frequencies during sustained loads. Connectivity includes two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, one USB 2.0 port, one USB 3.2 Type-C port, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet and a headphone/microphone combo jack. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth handle wireless networking and peripherals.

RGB keyboard and webcam for stream-ready setup

A standard RGB backlit keyboard lets you customise per-key lighting for low-light play. The integrated webcam supports video calls and streaming without extra hardware. Office 2024 licence adds productivity apps out of the box. Professional engineers open the factory seal for inspection and any configured upgrades before shipment.

Highlights

  • 8-core Ryzen 9 8945HS up to 5.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 graphics for high-fidelity gaming visuals
  • 6" 144Hz FHD display gives smooth motion in fast scenes
  • 16GB DDR5 plus 512GB PCIe SSD for quick load times
  • Cooler Boost 5 thermal design keeps performance steady under load

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
Memory16GB
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

What is the maximum turbo frequency the Ryzen 9 8945HS can reach before thermal limits throttle it?

The processor can boost up to 5.2 GHz; sustained loads will be managed by the Cooler Boost 5 thermal solution.

How loud do the fans get and what happens to surface temperatures during all-day gaming?

Cooler Boost 5 uses dual fans and heat pipes to move heat away from the CPU and RTX 4070; fan speed ramps with load and surface temperatures stay within safe operating ranges.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the built-in ports?

The laptop provides two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, one USB 2.0 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Type-C, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet and a headphone/microphone combo jack; bring matching cables for each interface you plan to use.

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