MSI Katana 15 HX (Katana)
Laptop summary
MSI Katana 15 HX is an impressively priced gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card which is brilliant well-suited for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an impressive Intel CPU, but not that much RAM for its price. Quad HD resolution is impressive for the 15-inch 120 Hz IPS screen. Your 1000gb SSD storage is passable. It is quite bulky at 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg).
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MSI Katana 15 HX (Katana)
Specifications
| MSI Katana 15 HX (Katana) |
|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more |
| Intel Core i7-14650HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more |
| 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more |
| GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Screen size |
| 15.6″ |
| Screen resolution |
| 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 |
| (35.89 x 26.19 x 2.51 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) |
| Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives |
| 1000gb SSD |
| Release date |
| August 13, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price |
| $1,699.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price |
| $1,699.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
MSI Katana 15 HX (Katana)
MSI Katana 15 HX (Katana) summary
msi Katana 15 HX Gaming Laptop 15.6" QHD 2560x1440 165Hz 100% DCI-P3 Intel 16-core i7-14650HX (>i9-12900H) 16GB DDR5 1TB SSD GeForce RTX 5070 GDDR7 (798 AI Tops) RGB Backlit Type-C Win11Pro ICP Acc
Processor: 14th Gen Intel 16-core i7-14650HX (Base 2.2GHz, Turbo up to 5.2GHz, 30MB Smart Cache, 24 Threads, 8P+8E cores)
Display & Graphics: 15.6" QHD (2560x1440) IPS 165Hz with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut; Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7
Connectivity Hub: Equipped with 3x USB-A 3.2, 1x USB-C 3.2, HDMI 2.1 (supports 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz), and RJ45 Ethernet — ideal for docking peripherals, external monitors, and wired networking.
Ready Out of the Box: Comes pre-loaded with Windows 11 Professional, features a 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard for immersive typing, Wi-Fi 6E for fast wireless connectivity, an HD webcam for video calls, and Hi-Res Audio for rich sound.
Performance Use Cases: Perfect for high-end gaming, content creation (video editing, 3D rendering), and demanding multitasking — delivering smooth frame rates, vibrant visuals, and responsive performance in both professional and entertainment scenarios
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