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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with thin bezel QHD IPS display and RGB backlit keyboard

MSI

MSI Katana HX B14WGK-293US gaming laptop

SKU CH-14VF-3RA9R

A 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz IPS gaming laptop with Intel Core i7-14650HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe and RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7

  • Resolution2560 x 1440
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • Wide Screen SupportYes
  • Display TypeQHD
  • PanelIPS
  • Bezel DesignThin
  • QHD 165 Hz IPS panel gives crisp 2560 x 1440 visuals with smooth motion
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX processor delivers high-speed performance for gaming and multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 enables advanced graphics and AI features
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory plus 1 TB NVMe SSD provides fast load times and responsive storage
  • Windows 11 Home and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity support modern software and wireless networking

Built for high-refresh gaming

The MSI Katana HX B14WGK-293US is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a QHD IPS panel running at 165 Hz. An Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR7 drive modern titles at 2560 x 1440. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 memory and a 1 TB NVMe SSD keep load times short. Windows 11 Home ships pre-installed.

Check power and memory headroom

Verify that your workflow fits within the single 16 GB DDR5 module; the specification lists 16 GB x 1 with no second stick mentioned. Confirm the 1 TB NVMe capacity covers your game library and project files before ordering. The chassis uses a thin-bezel IPS display, so external monitor plans should match the 2560 x 1440 native resolution for consistent scaling. Wi-Fi 6E is the only wireless standard listed.

Fits a portable battle-station

The RTX 5070 laptop GPU handles ray-traced effects and AI upscaling without a separate desktop card. DDR5 memory and NVMe storage free up bandwidth for streaming and editing workloads. A per-key RGB backlit keyboard replaces the need for an external LED board in low light. The 15.6-inch form factor sits on a desk or travels in a standard laptop bag while the 165 Hz panel reduces the urge to carry a second high-refresh monitor.

Highlights

  • QHD 165 Hz IPS panel gives crisp 2560 x 1440 visuals with smooth motion
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX processor delivers high-speed performance for gaming and multitasking
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 enables advanced graphics and AI features
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory plus 1 TB NVMe SSD provides fast load times and responsive storage
  • Windows 11 Home and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity support modern software and wireless networking

Specifications

Resolution2560 x 1440
Screen Size15.6"
Wide Screen SupportYes
Display TypeQHD
PanelIPS
Bezel DesignThin
Refresh Rate165 Hz
Display FeaturesIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
Video Memory8 GB
Processor NameIntel Core i7-14650HX
CPU TypeIntel Core i7
Memory16 GB DDR5
Memory Spec16 GB x 1
SSD1TB NVMe
HDDNo
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 6E
WLAN802.11ax Wireless LAN
ServiceWi-Fi Only
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
Dimensions (W x D x H)18.33in W x 10.83in H x 7.06in D
Weight4 - 4.9 lbs.
BrandMSI
Release Year2025
ColorBlack
Storage1 TB
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
StyleSleekbook
TypeGaming
UsageGaming

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Katana HX B14WGK-293US and do I need to buy anything else?

The laptop ships with the 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz IPS panel, Intel Core i7-14650HX processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, 1TB NVMe SSD, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 GPU, RGB backlit keyboard and Windows 11 Home installed. No extra components are required to start working or gaming.

Should I choose the 16GB DDR5 configuration or add more memory later?

The single 16GB DDR5 module leaves one slot free, so you can add a matching stick later for dual-channel bandwidth if your workloads need more than 16GB.

What does the 165Hz refresh rate on the 2560x1440 IPS display mean for actual gameplay?

The panel can show up to 165 frames per second at QHD resolution, so motion stays sharp in fast-paced titles when the RTX 5070 pushes frame rates that high.

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