MSI Katana 15 HX
- Processor
- Intel Core i9-14900HX
- Everyday speed
- Handles heavy creative work
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
- Gaming
- Plays modern games at high settings
- Memory
- 32 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB SSD
- Screen
- 15.6" 2.5K 165Hz
- Weight
- 2.25 kg (5.0 lb)
- Battery (maker claim)
- Up to 2 hours
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Home
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MSI Katana 15 HX at a glance
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Performance
Handles heavy creative work
Powerful enough for 3D, large video projects and long software builds. There is memory to spare for big projects.
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Gaming
Plays modern games at high settings
Plays current games well at high settings.
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Display
15.6-inch screen
Smooth scrolling.
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Battery life
Up to 2 hours (maker claim)
Best kept near a plug.
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Portability
2.25 kg (5 lb)
On the heavy side for daily carrying.
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Connectivity
HDMI, USB-A and Ethernet
Covers the usual connections without adapters.
MSI Katana 15 HX full specifications
Performance
Powerful enough for 3D, large video projects and long software builds. There is memory to spare for big projects. Its graphics card handles current games well.
| Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|
| CPU cores | 24 |
| Core types | 8 performance + 16 efficiency |
| Threads | 32 |
| Base clock | 2.2 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.8 GHz |
| Cache | 36 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Manufacturing process | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Graphics architecture | Blackwell |
| Graphics cores | 4608 CUDA cores |
| Graphics boost clock | 1425–2347 MHz |
| Graphics power range | 50–100 W |
| Graphics AI performance | 798 TOPS |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD |
| Storage interface | NVMe |
| Storage slots | 1 |
Screen
Expect smooth scrolling.
| Screen size | 15.6" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2.5K (2560 x 1440) |
| Panel | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| Color range | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Finish | Matte |
Battery and size
Best kept near a plug. On the heavy side for daily carrying.
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 2 hours |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 75 Wh |
| Weight | 2.25 kg (5.0 lb) |
| Dimensions | 358.9 x 261.9 x 25.1 mm (14.13 x 10.31 x 0.99 in) |
| Color | Black |
| Colors available | Black |
Ports and wireless
The ports cover HDMI, USB-A and Ethernet.
| Ports | 1x USB-C Gen 2, 1x HDMI, USB-A ports, 1x RJ45 Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio |
|---|---|
| External displays (max) | 3 |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
Features
Handy extras include a backlit keyboard.
| Backlit keyboard | Yes |
|---|---|
| Keyboard | 4-zone RGB keyboard, highlighted WASD keys |
| Touchpad | Standard Touchpad |
| Speakers | Built-in stereo speakers |
| Microphones | Built-in |
Software and model
It runs Windows 11, so almost any Windows app or game will install.
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Released | 2025 |
Specs from MSI's published product information. Makers revise hardware between production runs, so check the part number before you buy. Spotted an error? Let us know.