MSI Katana 15 HX Gaming Laptop - i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, RTX 5050, 165Hz

MSI Katana 15 HX - Built for Competitive Gaming and Performance

The MSI Katana 15 HX is designed for gamers who want strong performance, responsive visuals, and reliable cooling in a portable chassis. Powered by the Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, this laptop delivers smooth gameplay in popular esports titles and optimized performance in modern AAA games at Full HD resolution.

Processor (CPU)

Model: Intel Core i7-14650HX

Architecture: 16 cores (8 Performance + 8 Efficiency) / 24 threads

Base / Boost Clock: Up to 5.2 GHz

Cache: 30 MB Intel Smart Cache

TDP: Up to 157 W (depending on workload)

Graphics (GPU)

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU

VRAM: 8 GB GDDR7

Maximum GPU Power: Up to ~115 W (with Dynamic Boost)

Supported Features: DLSS 3.5, Ray Tracing, NVIDIA Reflex, AV1 encode/decode

Display

Size: 15.6 inches

Panel Type: IPS-Level

Resolution: (2560x1440) 

Refresh Rate: 165 Hz

Color Coverage: Approx. 45% NTSC (typical for FHD variant)

Optional Variant: Some regional versions ship with QHD (2560×1440) 165 Hz panel

Memory (RAM)

Installed: 16 GB (2 × 8 GB) DDR5-5600

Slots: 2 × SO-DIMM (dual-channel)

Maximum Supported: Up to 96 GB

Storage

Type: NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD

Installed: 1TB 

Slots: 1 × M.2 (PCIe 4.0 ×4)

Battery & Power

Battery: 4-cell, 75 Wh lithium-ion

AC Adapter: 240 W power supply

Ports & Connectivity

1 × USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (with DisplayPort & Power Delivery 3.0)

2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 1

1 × USB-A 2.0

1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports up to 8K @ 60 Hz or 4K @ 120 Hz)

1 × RJ45 Ethernet

1 × Audio Combo Jack (headphone/mic)

Networking

Wi-Fi: Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211

Bluetooth: 5.3

Audio & Webcam

Speakers: 2 × 2 W stereo

Audio Features: Hi-Res Audio ready, Nahimic 3 software

Webcam: HD 720p @ 30 fps

Microphone: Integrated dual-array

Keyboard & Design

Keyboard: 4-Zone RGB backlit gaming keyboard

Layout: Full-size with number pad, dedicated “Copilot” AI key

Chassis Color: Black

Material: Polycarbonate with brushed finish

Cooling

Dual-fan system with multiple heat pipes

MSI Cooler Boost 5 thermal solution

Dimensions & Weight

Size: 359 × 262 × 25.5 mm

Weight: Approx. 2.4 kg