MSI Katana 15″ (9S7-1587) vs ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a better laptop for gaming but MSI Katana 15″ is a better deal.
- For performance ROG Flow Z13 has a lot better performing processor.
- Katana has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in ROG Flow Z13.
- For graphics performance ROG Flow Z13 has a lot faster graphics card.
- ROG Flow Z13 has a higher resolution screen (Quad HD).
- Katana features a bigger display. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- Katana has a bigger SSD.
MSI Katana 15″ (9S7-1587)
ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Compare specifications
| MSI Katana 15″ (9S7-1587) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-14650HX | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5050 | Radeon 8060S |
| Screen size | |
| 15.6″ | 13.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg) | - |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inches | 11.81 x 8.03 x 0.51 inches |
| (35.89 x 26.19 x 2.51 cm) | (30 x 20.4 x 1.3 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 16, 2026 | July 17, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,459.00 | $2,659.68 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,459.00 | $2,659.68 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
MSI Katana 15″ (9S7-1587)
ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Compare MSI Katana 15″ / ASUS ROG Flow Z13 vs other gaming laptops:
MSI Katana 15″ (9S7-1587) summary
MSI Katana is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has an ok Intel CPU, but lots of memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card which is poor well-suited for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. The 4000gb SSD storage is a brilliant amount. Only Full HD resolution is not the best for the 15″ 144 Hz IPS monitor. It is quite heavy at 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg).
msi 2026 Katana 15.6” FHD IPS Laptop 16-Core Intel Core i7-14650HX NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 64GB DDR5 4TB NVMe SSD USB-C w/DP WiFi AX RJ-45 BT Webcam HDMI2.1 RGB Backlit KB Windows 11 Pro
[Powerful Performance with 14th Generation Intel Core i7-14650HX] Powerhouse Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-Core (Base Frequency 1.6 GHz, Up to 5.2 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 30 MB Intel Smart cache, 16 cores (8P + 8E), 24 threads)
[Customization] Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. Upgraded to 64GB DDR5 SDRAM 5600 MHz, 4TB PCI-E NVMe Solid State Drive, No Built-in Optical Drive
[Display and Graphics] Brilliant 15.6" LED-backlit FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS 250 nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, 144Hz, Thin Bezel LCD Display powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7, 720p HD Camera and integrated digital microphone
[Connectivity] Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX211 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.3,10/100/1000Mbps LAN; 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort 1.4 and 10Gbps), 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), 1 x HDMI v2.1, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack; 1 x RJ-45 LAN, 1 x Coaxial plug Power Jack
[Rock eDigital Feature] Windows 11 Pro; Fullsize Four-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard with Numpad; 2x 2W SpeakerSpeakers; 75Whr 4-cell lithium-ion battery; 14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 inches, 5.29 lbs; Black; 240 AC Adapter, free Rock eDigital 32GB USB Drive
ASIN: B0GN2JWTKR
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 summary
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a compact Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has a great AMD CPU and a lot of memory for its price. The laptop has the Radeon 8060S GPU which is not the best well-suited for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Merely Quad HD resolution is unimpressive for the 13″ monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is satisfactory but could be higher.
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 2.5K 180Hz 3ms ROG Nebula Touchscreen 13.4" Convertible 2-in-1 Gaming Notebook, AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395, 64GB LPDDR5X RAM 1TB SSD, Off Black, w/USB 3.0 Hub, W/GaLiMu
✔【Screen】 13.4-inch 2.5K QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 16:10 touch screen with a 180Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut;
✔【Memory & Storage】 64GB LPDDR5X-8000 MHz and 1TB Solid State Drive (SSD) storag;
✔【Processor】 AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (16 Cores / 32 Threads, 3.0 GHz up to 5.1 GHz), with a built-in NPU delivering up to 50 TOPS for local AI workloads;
✔【Graphics】 Integrated AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics;
✔【Connectivity】 2 x USB4 Type-C ports (supporting DisplayPort and Power Delivery up to 40Gbps),1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port,1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL port,1 x MicroSD card reader (UHS-II),1 x 3.5mm audio combo jack, Wi-Fi7, Bluetooth 5.4;
✔【Operating System】 Windows 11
ASIN: B0H98LC51X