- Is the MSI Katana 15 good for gaming?
- Yes. The RTX 4060 and Ryzen 9 run most modern games at high settings on the 1080p 144Hz screen. It is one of the stronger performers in its class.
- Can it run demanding games at 144fps?
- It can hit high frame rates in esports titles like Valorant and CS2. Heavy single-player games will run well below 144fps at high settings, so expect closer to 60 to 90fps.
- How is the battery life?
- Short. Gaming laptops in this class last only a few hours unplugged, and gaming drains it faster. Keep the charger nearby.
- Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?
- Yes. The Katana 15 has accessible SO-DIMM slots and an M.2 slot, so you can add RAM and a second SSD yourself.
- Does it have a webcam and fingerprint reader?
- It has a webcam for video calls but no fingerprint reader or facial recognition. You sign in with a password or PIN.
- Is the screen good for photo or video editing?
- It is fine for casual use but not for color-critical work. The panel is dim with limited color coverage, so creators should look at a laptop with a brighter, wider-gamut display.
- Where is the MSI Katana 15 15.6" 144Hz cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $1,398.00, as of our latest check.
- Is the MSI Katana 15 15.6" 144Hz at its lowest price?
- The lowest price we've seen is $1,149.00 at Walmart on November 11, against $1,398.00 now.
- Where can I buy the MSI Katana 15 15.6" 144Hz?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, eBay.