MSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK 9S7-1587C1-403 – Precision Gaming with Core i9 and RTX Power
The MSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK 9S7-1587C1-403 is crafted to deliver high-end gaming performance, smooth multitasking, and professional-level content creation. Designed with cutting-edge hardware and a gamer-oriented display, it ensures lightning-fast responsiveness and immersive visuals — ideal for competitive gamers and creators alike.
Processor and Performance:
At its core, this laptop features the Intel® Core™ i9-14900HX processor, part of Intel’s 14th Gen Raptor Lake-HX lineup.
This powerful CPU boasts 24 cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient) and 32 threads, with turbo frequencies reaching up to 5.8 GHz, enabling superior multitasking and compute-heavy performance.
Key highlights include:
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Intel Thread Director: Intelligent workload distribution for optimized efficiency.
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Unlocked Power: High clock speeds ideal for gaming, rendering, and simulation workloads.
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Enhanced AI Acceleration: Optimized for Windows 11 Copilot and AI-assisted gaming features.
With its HX-series architecture, the i9-14900HX ensures desktop-level performance in a mobile form factor, making it one of the strongest CPUs available for gaming laptops.
Graphics:
The NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 8GB GDDR7 GPU powers high-performance gaming and creative workflows.
Built on NVIDIA’s Ada Lovelace architecture, it features DLSS 3.5, Ray Tracing, and AI Frame Generation, ensuring ultra-realistic visuals and smooth frame rates even in demanding AAA titles.
Key Graphics Capabilities:
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Real-time ray tracing for lifelike lighting and shadows
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DLSS 3.5 AI-driven frame generation
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NVIDIA Reflex for reduced input lag in competitive gaming
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NVIDIA Studio Driver support for creative professionals
Display:
Visual excellence is delivered by a 15.6-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.
Display Highlights:
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Resolution: QHD (2560 × 1440)
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Refresh Rate: 165Hz – fluid motion and reduced ghosting
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Color Accuracy: 100% DCI-P3 for vibrant, lifelike colors
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Panel Type: IPS-Level Anti-glare
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Purpose: Ideal for gaming, media editing, and immersive entertainment
This high-refresh, color-accurate display ensures gamers experience crisp visuals and professionals get a true-to-life color workspace.
Memory and Storage:
The configuration includes:
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16GB DDR5 RAM, expandable for power users
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1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD, providing lightning-fast boot times and instant load speeds
This combination delivers blazing-fast performance for multitasking, creative software, and modern games.
Design and Build:
The MSI Katana 15 HX blends performance with a durable, sleek design inspired by MSI’s gaming heritage. Its cool black chassis with angular lines and red-backlit keyboard captures the essence of the Katana series — precise, sharp, and elegant.
Key Design Aspects:
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Backlit Keyboard: Red illumination for a gaming aesthetic
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Cooling: MSI Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans and heat pipes for sustained performance
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Build: Durable ABS + metal hybrid construction
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Weight: Approximately 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)
Connectivity and Features:
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Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth® 5.3
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Ports:
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1x USB Type-C
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2x USB Type-A
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1x HDMI
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1x RJ45 Ethernet
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Audio combo jack
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Enhanced sound through Hi-Res Audio ensures clarity during gaming and streaming sessions.
Operating System:
Preloaded with Windows 11, offering an optimized gaming and productivity experience with built-in AI tools, gaming mode, and seamless multitasking.
Battery and Power:
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Battery: 3-cell Li-ion, 53.5 Wh
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Power Adapter: 240W AC adapter
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Battery Life: Up to 6 hours (varies by usage and settings)
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Fast Charging Support
