ASUS TUF 18″ vs MSI Katana 15 HX
Comparison summary
- MSI Katana 15 HX is a winner for gaming and offers more value.
- For performance Katana 15 HX has a better performing processor. ASUS TUF 18″ features more memory.
- For graphics performance Katana 15 HX has a lot faster graphics card.
- Katana 15 HX has a higher resolution screen (Quad HD).
- TUF features a bigger display. For carrying TUF is lighter.
- TUF has a bigger SSD.
ASUS TUF 18″
MSI Katana 15 HX
Compare specifications
| ASUS TUF 18″ | MSI Katana 15 HX |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Intel Core i7-14650HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5050 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 15.6″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) | Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg) | 8 lbs (3.63 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.71 x 11.14 x 1.05 inches | |
| (39.9 x 28.3 x 2.67 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 15, 2025 | August 27, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,195.00 | $3,949.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,195.00 | $3,949.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Compare ASUS TUF 18″ / MSI Katana 15 HX vs other gaming laptops:
ASUS TUF 18″ summary
ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It doesn't come with the top AMD processor, however enough memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU that is underwhelming for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. Merely Full HD Plus resolution is underwhelming for the 18″ 144 Hz screen. Your 8000gb SSD storage is reasonable. It is very easy to carry at only 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg).
[2025] ASUS TUF Gaming A18 FA808UH-RS74 Pro Extreme (AMD Ryzen 7 260, 64GB RAM, 8TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, 18" FHD+ 144Hz, Windows 11) Gaming Laptop
Display: 18" FHD+ (1920x1200, WUXGA) 144Hz IPS-Level Anti-Glare Display (100% sRGB)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 260 8 Cores (3.8GHz-5.1GHz, 16MB Cache)
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7
RAM: 64GB (2x 32GB) DDR5 5600MHz | Hard Drive: 8TB (2x 4TB) Samsung 990 PRO NVMe SSD (Seq. Read 7450MB/s, Seq. Write 6900MB/s)
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 1-Year ASUS USA + Global Warranty Parts & Labor + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0FNVWHQQB
MSI Katana 15 HX summary
MSI Katana 15 HX is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor and also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 GPU that is unremarkable well-suited for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Quad HD resolution is good for the 15″ 165 Hz monitor. The 2000gb SSD storage is decent could be better. It is quite heavy at 8 lbs (3.63 kg).
msi Katana 15 HX 15.6" 165Hz QHD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i7-14650HX, GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, 32GB RAM, 3TB Storage(2TB SSD+1TB Docking Station), Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 6E, Window 11, Black
【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from SnowBell, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.【15.6" 165Hz QHD Display】Immerse yourself in sharp QHD visuals across the 15.6‑inch screen boasting a 165Hz refresh rate. It renders fluid motion alongside vivid, well‑defined imagery, ideal for gaming, media streaming and daily‑day‑to‑day tasks.
【Intel Core i7‑14650HX Processor】Built to handle heavy‑duty computing, this chip provides snappy, responsive performance for gaming, multi‑tasking, content production and other resource‑intensive tasks.
【32GB DDR5 RAM】Boasting high‑speed DDR5 memory, it delivers seamless multitasking and consistent performance for gaming, productivity work and daily computing operations.【2TB PCIe SSD】The PCIe‑based solid‑state drive grants snappy boot‑ups, rapid file retrieval and ample storage space for apps, games, documents and multimedia files.
【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 Graphics】Fueled by dedicated 8GB GDDR7 video memory, it brings fluid gameplay, intricate visual details and stable performance for gaming, content creation and AI‑powered applications.【4‑Zone RGB Keyboard】Comes with adjustable 4‑zone RGB backlighting for improved visibility, comfortable keystrokes and a fully customized gaming experience.
【Window 11 Home】【Dimensions】14.13"x 10.31"x 0.98", 4.29 lbs.【Ports】3x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A, 2x Thunderbolt, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45, 1x Headphone/Mic Combo, 1x SD card reader. 1080p camera. Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.3.【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB SSD, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
ASIN: B0HGQRNBBN