Meet the MSI Katana 15, a purpose-built gaming laptop that pairs a blistering CPU with a blistering display to deliver smooth, immersive 2K gaming and serious multitasking power. Powered by a 14th Generation Intel Core i7-14650HX, it reaches up to 5.20 GHz for rapid responsiveness in both competitive matches and demanding workloads. Topped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, this machine handles modern titles at high settings while maintaining playable frame rates.
The 40 cm QHD (2560x1440) display is built for speed and visual clarity. With a 165 Hz refresh rate and IPS-Level technology, you’ll experience crisp, tear-free gameplay and accurate color reproduction thanks to 100% DCI-P3 coverage. Whether you’re chasing headshots in fast-paced shooters or enjoying cinematic storytelling, the Katana 15 keeps visuals sharp and motion smooth.
Under the hood, the laptop ships with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a spacious 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD, delivering quick boot times, rapid game loads, and ample headroom for multitasking, creative apps, and large game libraries. It runs Windows 11 Home with lifetime validity, plus preinstalled MSI Center to fine-tune performance, cooling, and battery profiles for your exact needs. A modern connectivity suite includes Intel Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth v5.3 for reliable wireless performance in crowded environments.
Dragon’s Blade aesthetics meet practical performance. The Katana 15 is designed to awaken your inner power while staying true to MSI’s gaming heritage—backed by a robust chassis and thoughtful engineering that emphasizes sustained performance and a responsive user experience. The build is balanced for portability and power, so you can take the battle anywhere with confidence.
Key specifications at a glance
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Processor: 14th Gen Intel Core i7-14650HX, up to 5.20 GHz
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Display: 40 cm QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz, IPS-Level, 100% DCI-P3
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Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
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Memory & Storage: 16 GB DDR4 RAM, 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
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Operating System: Windows 11 Home (lifetime validity)
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Preinstalled software: MSI Center
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Connectivity: Intel Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
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In the box: Laptop, Power Adapter, User Guide
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Model/Part: 9S7-1587C1-102
Who is this laptop for?
- Gamers seeking a high-refresh, high-resolution display for 2K gaming and competitive play
- Content creators who need color accuracy with a broad DCI-P3 gamut and fast storage for large projects
- Power users who multitask between productivity apps, streaming, and gaming without slowdowns
- Anyone who wants Windows 11 Home pre-installed with developer-friendly tools and MSI Center for fine-grained control
Why choose the MSI Katana 15 over other laptops?
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Balanced 2K gaming and portability: A 40 cm display that’s large enough for immersion but compact enough for travel, with a 165 Hz refresh rate to keep motion fluid.
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Deliberate component pairing: A 14th Gen i7 CPU and RTX 5060 GPU deliver strong frame rates in modern titles while maintaining responsiveness in creative tasks.
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Color-accurate visuals: 100% DCI-P3 coverage on the QHD panel ensures vibrant, cinema-like color for both games and media work.
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Fast, spacious storage: 1 TB NVMe Gen4 SSD means quick bootups, rapid texture streaming, and ample space for your library.
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Future-ready connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 provide reliable wireless performance in busy spaces.
Practical tips to get the most from your Katana 15: enable high-performance mode in MSI Center for gaming sessions, keep drivers up to date for the RTX 5060, and calibrate the display to your preferred color profile for a consistent visual experience across games and creative apps. Use the included MSI Center profiles to optimize cooling and power for your current task, whether you’re chasing tournament-grade frames or streaming and editing on the go.
Available now as the MSI Katana 15 with 14th Gen i7, 40 cm QHD 165 Hz display, RTX 5060, 16 GB RAM, and 1 TB NVMe SSD, running Windows 11 Home. Release date 04-07-2025. Engineered to defend your honor and empower your play—embrace the Dragon’s will and wield the Katana 15 for your next gaming quest.