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MSI Katana 15 B12VGK-274FR
Intel Core i7-12650H 16 GB SSD 512 GB 15.6" LED Full HD 144 Hz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8 GB DLSS 3 Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth Webcam Windows 11 Home
Last price 1 649€95
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Overview
Gaming performance and finesse with a 144 Hz screen
The MSI Katana 15 B12VGK-274FR is a Gaming laptop equipped with a 12th-generation Intel Core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4000 series graphics, DDR5 RAM, an ultra-fast PCIe SSD and a 144 Hz Full HD screen. This MSI Gamer laptop will be an ideal purchase for gamers looking for the right balance between performance and mobility, all on a budget.
12th-generation Intel Core i7 processor
Thanks to 12th-generation Intel Core processors, the MSI Katana 15 laptop offers supercharged performance, whether you're multitasking or playing 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 conquers!
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
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. What's more, the Max-Q suite of technologies optimises system performance, power, battery life and noise for greater efficiency.
144 Hz display with thin-edge bezel
The Katana 15's thin-edge screen offers a 144 Hz refresh rate, giving you realistic, detailed images for more immersive gaming. Taking full advantage of the integrated NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics card, the Katana 15's display delivers smooth gaming with breathtaking graphics.
Gaming keyboard
This MSI Katana 15 laptop is equipped with a keyboard with four backlight zones and ZQSD keys highlighted by dedicated backlighting and a special design. Totally live your game and feel the energy of your Katana laptop in style!
Key features :
- Intel Core i7-12650H processor (6 Performance-Cores 4.7 GHz Turbo + 4 Efficient-Cores 3.5 GHz Turbo - 16 Threads - Cache 24 MB)
- 15.6-inch screen with Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels)
- Smooth image with 144 Hz display frequency
- 16 GB DDR5 RAM (2x 8 GB - 2 slots with maximum 64 GB total)
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop graphics chip with 8 GB GDDR6 dedicated memory (1980 MHz - 105 W)
- 512 GB M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD + free slot for a second M.2 PCIe SSD (requires installation kit, not supplied)
- Gamer keyboard with 4-zone RGB key backlighting
- Reliable, high-performance wireless communication Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
- Audio system with Nahimic 3 technology
- Cooler Boost 5: high-performance cooling with 2 fans and 4 heat pipes
- Integrated 720p HD webcam
- 200 W power adapter
- Windows 11 Home
- 2-year manufacturer's warranty (collection and return on site in mainland France)
What is the SAR or Specific Absorption Rate?
The local Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) quantifies the user's exposure to electromagnetic waves from the equipment concerned. The maximum authorised SAR is 2 W/kg for the head and trunk and 4 W/kg for the limbs.
All products sold on the LDLC.com website comply with these regulations. The SAR values of the products concerned are indicated on the product data sheets in the technical data section.
Information provided by our tech department
Installation of an additional PCIe SSD requires the addition of an installation kit, not supplied, which can be purchased from MSI.
Specifications
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General information |
Product name |
MSI Katana 15 B12VGK-274FR |
Brand |
MSI | |
Model |
9S7-158571-274 | |
Operating system |
Operating system |
Windows 11 Home |
OS family |
Microsoft Windows 11 | |
OS language |
French | |
Operating system provided |
Yes | |
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 4070 | |
Video memory size |
8 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 | |
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 | |
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 |
See all MSI products
Product referenced on 10 Jul 2023
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