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The MSI Katana 15 B12VEK-064XFR is a Gaming laptop with a 12th generation Intel Core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4000 series graphics, DDR5 RAM, ultra-fast PCIe SSD and a 144 Hz Full HD display. This MSI Gamer Laptop will be an ideal purchase for gamers looking for a balance between performance and mobility, all on a budget.
With 12th-generation Intel Core processors, the MSI Katana 15 laptop delivers supercharged performance for multitasking projects and the latest video games. Thanks to a high-performance hybrid architecture, the 12th generation Intel Core processors offer a unique combination of high-performance and efficient cores (P-core and E-core). With the workload intelligently routed by Intel Thread Director, the processor divides and conquer!
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series graphics chips deliver extreme speed for gamers and creators. Based on the highly efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, these GPUs deliver a breakthrough in performance with AI-based DLSS 3 and ray tracing for ultra-realistic images. In addition, the Max-Q technology suite optimises system performance, power, battery life and noise levels for higher efficiency.
The Katana 15's thin-edge display offers a 144Hz refresh rate and ensures realistic, detailed images for more immersive gaming. By taking advantage of the best of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics card, the Katana 15's display delivers smooth gaming with breathtaking graphics.
This MSI Katana 15 laptop features a four-zone backlit keyboard and ZQSD keys highlighted by a dedicated backlight and special design. Fully live your game and feel the energy of your Katana laptop in style!
The local Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) quantifies the user's exposure to electromagnetic waves from the equipment concerned. The maximum permitted SAR is 2 W/kg for the head and trunk and 4 W/kg for the limbs.
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General information |
Product name |
MSI Katana 15 B12VEK-064XFR |
Brand |
MSI | |
Model |
9S7-158571-064 | |
Operating system |
Operating system |
Without OS |
OS family |
Without OS | |
OS language |
N/A | |
Operating system provided |
No | |
Processor and chipset |
Processor brand |
Intel |
Processor |
Intel Core i7 | |
Platform (processor) |
Intel Alder Lake-S | |
CPU frequency |
4.7 GHz | |
Number of cores |
14 | |
Memory |
Memory size |
16 GB |
Number of modules |
2 | |
Number of available memory slots |
0 | |
Memory type |
DDR5 | |
Memory Frequency(ies) |
DDR5 4800 MHz | |
Max memory size |
64 GB | |
Graphics |
GPU series |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series |
Graphics chipset |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 | |
Video memory size |
6 GB | |
Video memory type |
GDDR6 | |
Max-Q (GPU design) |
Yes | |
NVIDIA Studio |
No | |
Display |
Touch screen |
No |
Panel type |
IPS display | |
Screen type |
LED | |
Screen size |
15.6 inches | |
Max resolution |
1920 x 1080 pixels | |
Screen format |
16:9 | |
Widescreen |
Yes | |
Matte/anti-glare panel |
Yes | |
Glossy panel |
No | |
NVIDIA G-SYNC |
No | |
VR Ready (virtual reality) |
No | |
Refresh rate |
144 Hz | |
Brightness |
250 nit(s) | |
Storage |
Hard drive(s) configuration |
SSD 512GB |
Hard drive |
SSD 512GB | |
Secondary hard drive |
Without secondary hard drive | |
Hard drive type |
SSD (Solid State Drive) | |
Hard drive interface |
M.2 - PCI-E 4.0 x4 | |
Number of discs |
1 | |
Max number of discs |
2 | |
Free hard drive slot(s) |
1 X M.2 - PCI-E 4.0 x4 | |
Optical drive |
None | |
Card reader |
None | |
Communication |
Network standard(s) |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
Wireless network standard(s) |
Wi-Fi 6 AX | |
Bluetooth technology |
Bluetooth 5.2 | |
Intel vPro technology |
No | |
Wireless |
Yes | |
Multimedia |
Webcam |
Yes |
Speaker type |
Integrated | |
Equipment |
Type of activities |
Multimedia |
| Gamer | ||
Intel Evo |
No | |
Keyboard standard |
AZERTY | |
Location |
French | |
Backlit keyboard |
Yes | |
RGB keyboard |
No | |
Numeric keypad |
Yes | |
Biometric reader |
No | |
Office provided |
No | |
Connectivity |
Connector(s) available |
1 X DisplayPort USB Type C |
| 2 X USB 3.0 | ||
| 1 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
| 1 X RJ45 Female | ||
| 1 X USB 2.0 | ||
| 1 X HDMI Female | ||
Physical characteristics |
Color |
Black |
Depth |
259 mm | |
Width |
359 mm | |
Thickness |
24.9 mm | |
Weight |
2.25 kg | |
Range |
MSI Katana | |
Ultrabook |
No | |
Hybrid / Convertible |
No | |
Trunk SAR |
1.12 W/kg | |
Extremities SAR |
1.12 W/kg | |
Repairability index (out of 10) |
6.7 | |
Power supply |
Battery capacity |
53.5 Wh |
Number of cells |
3 | |
Removable battery |
No | |
USB-C mains charger |
No | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 14 Feb 2023
Great value for money gaming laptop, but be aware that it doesn't come with an operating system, so you'll need to take some time to configure it before you can start playing :)
The only downside is that it heats up quite a bit, but nothing too serious.
Hi, my 1st review didn't appear, I must have made a mistake!
So I was saying that if you want to play Baldur's Gate 3 (I've been waiting 30 years for this sequel ...) online, it's the best!
Upgraded to 64GB of ram (DDR5) for comfort (at 60 you like comfort!!!) and it's ready to go!
With Linux Mint it's not bad! (bought without OS)
But ... 1 star less for the lack of screws to hold the 1TB M2 SSD! I had to cobble together a self-adhesive support to prevent it from wandering into the case. The back of the case has to be completely dismantled for the RAM and SSD ... no hatches ...
What's more, the changing colours of the backlit keyboard give you the "romi", but hey, that's personal! The keys are great, even if the calligraphy is a bit weird ... a question of habit (I hope).
No comment on the 4 transparent keys (ZQSD), whether you like them or not ...
The sound jack on the right-hand side is not a welcome addition, as with the RJ45 socket and the mouse, there are too many people to manage on this side, where the addition of an anti-theft slot would have been appreciated...
And last but not least: the plastic does a good job of retaining fingerprints!
All in all, I have no regrets about my purchase, but I can do better (some details, but important ones) at this price!
Picked up in shop in Perpignan with a great welcome from the local team!
I needed a new PC that was both powerful and easily portable. This one meets both my criteria! It's beautiful especially with the backlighting, powerful with a really fast processor and SSD (operational in less than 10s). The screen is just perfect, the graphics card is the same and the cooling is insane, not to mention the fact that it's silent when I'm not playing. Of course, you can't expect a great autonomy out of the mains but it's not a problem. No bugs or weird crashes except when the hard drive is full (but that's normal, you always have to leave some space in the memory of the PC, count 15-20GB).
All in all, this war monster is capable of running just about anything in ultra, with special NVIDIA settings. Ultra fast, configurable, powerful, in short... It's a no-brainer!
A beautiful PC with great performance and beauty.
Bought it for 50% 4K video editing, 30% gaming and the rest internet and series.
A big docile beast and quite discreet if you only surf the internet. The MSI fan management is excellent!
The machine is quite heavy but it is not disturbing. The battery does not have a big autonomy if you ask for power, (1h30) at the most but if it is the net or the series, we can expect 3 good hours of autonomy!
The keyboard is a killer of beauty and quality, MSI has clearly not skimped on quality.
There is one small negative point, the plastics of the whole... MSI could have worked on the texture to avoid greasy fingerprints, it's a bit of a shame but at this price you can't have everything and you have to save money somewhere... The screen is good but not calibrated out of the factory, not too annoying when you work on a secondary screen...
In short, if you were hesitating like me, go for it, you won't be disappointed with this big power beast with the keyboard that hypnotizes you with its beauty and its Saturday Night Fever style nightclub effects...
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