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MSI Katana A15 AI B8VE-631XRO 15.6" FHD 144Hz (Ryzen 9-8945HS/16GB/512GB SSD/GeForce RTX 4050/No OS) (US Keyboard)
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MSI Katana A15 AI B8VE-631XRO 15.6" FHD 144Hz (Ryzen 9-8945HS/16GB/512GB SSD/GeForce RTX 4050/No OS) (US Keyboard)

Key features:

  • 15.6" 1920x1080 Display
  • Ryzen 9 8945HS-4GHz/Zen 4
  • 16GB DDR5 RAM
  • 512GB SSD
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  • CPU Speed

    The processor speed in GHz indicates how many instructions it can process per second; the higher the value, the faster the system processes are executed. It significantly affects the speed in daily tasks, applications, and multitasking.

  • Display

    Full HD

    Full HD screens meet daily needs with good clarity, sufficient for comfortable reading, text editing, and content viewing.

  • Weight

    The weight of a laptop in everyday use significantly affects the ease of transport and user comfort, especially if it is frequently used outside the home or office. A laptop weighing less than 1.5 kg is considered lightweight and ideal for portability (e.g., students, professionals), while devices over 2 kg may be more powerful but less convenient for frequent movement.

  • Processor

    Intel Core and AMD Ryzen processors offer performance for all needs. The i3 / Ryzen 3 series covers basic use. The i5 / Ryzen 5 are ideal for multitasking and office applications, while the i7 / i9 / Ryzen 7 also serve more demanding applications. The new Intel Core Ultra combines efficiency and AI capabilities. The Apple M1/M3/M4 stand out for their speed, low consumption, and excellent experience on macOS.

  • Graphics Card

    Integrated graphics cards are sufficient for basic use, while GeForce RTX and Radeon RX/XT offer strong performance for gaming and demanding graphics. For professional applications, such as CAD, 3D, and video editing, NVIDIA Quadro and Ada are recommended.
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Description

Description

The MSI Katana 15 (9S7-158N31-631) is a portable system designed for gamers and demanding users, offering power, speed, and reliability at every moment of use. With a 15.6” Full HD display and a 144Hz refresh rate, it provides smooth visuals and clarity, ideal for fast-paced games and long sessions. The IPS-level technology ensures vivid colors and good visibility from every angle.

Inside, it houses the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, an 8-core processor that easily handles heavy applications, gaming, and multitasking. It is paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, a graphics card that performs excellently in modern games, offering high frame rates and support for advanced graphics technologies, as well as tasks like 3D modeling, video editing, and rendering.

With 16GB DDR5 RAM, the laptop responds instantly to every command, while the 512GB NVMe SSD ensures ultra-fast system startup, immediate loading of games and applications, and overall a fast experience. The RGB backlit keyboard provides a distinctive gaming feel, while allowing use in low light.

Its connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E for stable and fast wireless networking, Bluetooth, USB ports, HDMI 2.1 for high-quality connection to external displays, and Ethernet for those who want the ultimate stable wired gaming experience. Despite the high-power equipment, its weight remains around 2.25 kg, making it relatively portable for its category.

Overall, the MSI Katana 15 is a laptop that combines high performance, gaming aesthetics, and reliable construction. It is the choice for those who want a system capable of handling games, creativity, and demanding tasks without limitations.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
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Specifications

Specifications

Processor (CPU)

Manufacturer
AMD
Family
Ryzen 9

Family

Ryzen 9
The top-performing AMD high-performance and speed processor family for increased productivity and use of demanding applications (e.g. video editing) and competitive gaming.
Model
8945HS
Processor
Ryzen 9 8945HS

Processor

Intel Core and AMD Ryzen processors offer performance for all needs. The i3 / Ryzen 3 series covers basic use. The i5 / Ryzen 5 are ideal for multitasking and office applications, while the i7 / i9 / Ryzen 7 also serve more demanding applications. The new Intel Core Ultra combines efficiency and AI capabilities. The Apple M1/M3/M4 stand out for their speed, low consumption, and excellent experience on macOS.
Frequency
4 GHz

Frequency

The processor speed in GHz indicates how many instructions it can process per second; the higher the value, the faster the system processes are executed. It significantly affects the speed in daily tasks, applications, and multitasking.
Generation
Zen 4
Feeder Type
High Performance

Screen

IPS Panel
No

IPS Panel

Screens with IPS panels offer vivid colors, wide viewing angles (the image does not distort much when viewed from the side), and are energy efficient. Suitable for video & image editing.
OLED
No

OLED

OLED panels allow the display of true black colors on the screen, have greater color depth, better contrast, and are energy efficient. Suitable for video and image editing.
Touchscreen
No
Diagonal
15.6 "
Resolution
1920x1080
Capabilities
Full HD

Capabilities

Full HD

Full HD screens meet daily needs with good clarity, sufficient for comfortable reading, text editing, and content viewing.
Refresh Rate
144 Hz

Refresh Rate

Refers to how many times the screen image is refreshed per second. Typically, for office applications and casual gaming, 60-75Hz is common. In recent years, screens with 120, 144, and even 240Hz have emerged, mainly aimed at competitive gaming.
Panel Type
LED

RAM Memory

Memory Capacity
16 GB
RAM Type
DDR5

RAM Type

The RAM memory functions as an intermediate memory, holding "temporary" data that is used more frequently by the processor so that it does not need to retrieve it from the much slower hard disk.

The DDR3 RAM standard appeared in 2007 and continues to be used in older systems, while DDR4 appeared in 2014 and is now the standard.

Graphics Card

Shared Memory
No

Shared Memory

The graphics card does not have its own dedicated memory, but instead uses a portion of the system's RAM. These laptops are not designed for gaming.
Manufacturer
Nvidia
Model
GeForce RTX 4050
Graphics Memory
6 GB

Graphics Memory

The amount of RAM memory that the graphics card has. Important for demanding gaming as the more available, the higher resolution and graphics quality a graphics card can deliver.
Graphics Card
RTX 4050

Graphics Card

Integrated graphics cards are sufficient for basic use, while GeForce RTX and Radeon RX/XT offer strong performance for gaming and demanding graphics. For professional applications, such as CAD, 3D, and video editing, NVIDIA Quadro and Ada are recommended.

Hard Drive

Storage Medium
SSD

Storage Medium

The technology used for data storage.

SSD

Modern data storage technology on chips with high reading speeds, reliability, lower battery consumption, and size compared to HDDs.
Hard Disk Capacity
512 GB

Hard Disk Capacity

The amount of information that can be stored on the laptop's hard drive. The most popular sizes are 512GB and 1TB.

As an example, a 1TB hard drive can hold approximately 250,000 photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.

Reading Media

Card Reader
No

Card Reader

It has a slot for memory card reading.

Connectivity

Connections
Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0, USB 3.2, USB-C

Connections

Ethernet

Port for internet connection with cable.

HDMI
Port for connecting to an external display with an HDMI cable. Modern way of digital transfer of image and sound, compatible with DisplayPort and DVI through an adapter.
USB 2.0
Older version, compatible with almost all devices but with slower data transfer speed (480Mbit/s.) than newer versions (e.g. USB 3.0).
USB 3.2
Faster data transfer (20 Gbit/s) than previous versions. Compatible with older versions. Also referred to as USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.
USB-C

A modern way of digitally transferring image, sound, and data with simultaneous charging capability that makes it particularly convenient for use with a laptop.
HDMI 2.1
No
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
Yes
Fingerprint Sensor
No

Fingerprint Sensor

It features a fingerprint scanner.

2. It offers increased security and ease of connection.

Software

Operating System
No Operating System

Operating System

No Operating System

The Operating System (Windows or Linux) must be installed separately.

Main Specifications

Weight
3.7 kg

Weight

The weight of a laptop in everyday use significantly affects the ease of transport and user comfort, especially if it is frequently used outside the home or office. A laptop weighing less than 1.5 kg is considered lightweight and ideal for portability (e.g., students, professionals), while devices over 2 kg may be more powerful but less convenient for frequent movement.
Type
Gaming

Type

Gaming

With emphasis on performance and gaming usage.
Colour
Black
Keyboard Language
Engish US

Keyboard Language

Engish US
Year of Release
2023

Extra Features

NPU Support
Yes

NPU Support

NPU (Neural Processing Unit) support in laptops refers to a processor that accelerates artificial intelligence (AI) functions, such as image recognition and gaming. Ideal for professionals, gamers, and content creators who require enhanced performance in AI applications.
Games Recommendations
Counter-Strike 2, ARC Raiders, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, EA SPORTS FC 26, Red Dead Redemption 2, Grand Theft Auto V, Apex Legends, Battlefield 6, Baldur's Gate 3, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Fortnite

Games Recommendations

A selection of popular titles that the system can support, based on the official requirements from the developers and the capabilities of the hardware. 
Apps Recommendations
Photoshop, Python, Figma, Rhino 3D

Apps Recommendations

A list of top design, development, and editing applications that the hardware can run based on the specifications set by their creators. This option highlights the system's ability to handle demanding professional workflows and complex projects.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

See all specifications

Description & Specifications

Processor (CPU)

Manufacturer
AMD
Family
Ryzen 9

Family

Ryzen 9
The top-performing AMD high-performance and speed processor family for increased productivity and use of demanding applications (e.g. video editing) and competitive gaming.
Model
8945HS
Processor
Ryzen 9 8945HS

Processor

Intel Core and AMD Ryzen processors offer performance for all needs. The i3 / Ryzen 3 series covers basic use. The i5 / Ryzen 5 are ideal for multitasking and office applications, while the i7 / i9 / Ryzen 7 also serve more demanding applications. The new Intel Core Ultra combines efficiency and AI capabilities. The Apple M1/M3/M4 stand out for their speed, low consumption, and excellent experience on macOS.
Frequency
4 GHz

Frequency

The processor speed in GHz indicates how many instructions it can process per second; the higher the value, the faster the system processes are executed. It significantly affects the speed in daily tasks, applications, and multitasking.
Generation
Zen 4
Feeder Type
High Performance

Screen

IPS Panel
No

IPS Panel

Screens with IPS panels offer vivid colors, wide viewing angles (the image does not distort much when viewed from the side), and are energy efficient. Suitable for video & image editing.
OLED
No

OLED

OLED panels allow the display of true black colors on the screen, have greater color depth, better contrast, and are energy efficient. Suitable for video and image editing.
Touchscreen
No
Diagonal
15.6 "
Resolution
1920x1080
Capabilities
Full HD

Capabilities

Full HD

Full HD screens meet daily needs with good clarity, sufficient for comfortable reading, text editing, and content viewing.
Refresh Rate
144 Hz

Refresh Rate

Refers to how many times the screen image is refreshed per second. Typically, for office applications and casual gaming, 60-75Hz is common. In recent years, screens with 120, 144, and even 240Hz have emerged, mainly aimed at competitive gaming.
Panel Type
LED

RAM Memory

Memory Capacity
16 GB
RAM Type
DDR5

RAM Type

The RAM memory functions as an intermediate memory, holding "temporary" data that is used more frequently by the processor so that it does not need to retrieve it from the much slower hard disk.

The DDR3 RAM standard appeared in 2007 and continues to be used in older systems, while DDR4 appeared in 2014 and is now the standard.

Graphics Card

Shared Memory
No

Shared Memory

The graphics card does not have its own dedicated memory, but instead uses a portion of the system's RAM. These laptops are not designed for gaming.
Manufacturer
Nvidia
Model
GeForce RTX 4050
Graphics Memory
6 GB

Graphics Memory

The amount of RAM memory that the graphics card has. Important for demanding gaming as the more available, the higher resolution and graphics quality a graphics card can deliver.
Graphics Card
RTX 4050

Graphics Card

Integrated graphics cards are sufficient for basic use, while GeForce RTX and Radeon RX/XT offer strong performance for gaming and demanding graphics. For professional applications, such as CAD, 3D, and video editing, NVIDIA Quadro and Ada are recommended.

Hard Drive

Storage Medium
SSD

Storage Medium

The technology used for data storage.

SSD

Modern data storage technology on chips with high reading speeds, reliability, lower battery consumption, and size compared to HDDs.
Hard Disk Capacity
512 GB

Hard Disk Capacity

The amount of information that can be stored on the laptop's hard drive. The most popular sizes are 512GB and 1TB.

As an example, a 1TB hard drive can hold approximately 250,000 photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.

Reading Media

Card Reader
No

Card Reader

It has a slot for memory card reading.

Connectivity

Connections
Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0, USB 3.2, USB-C

Connections

Ethernet

Port for internet connection with cable.

HDMI
Port for connecting to an external display with an HDMI cable. Modern way of digital transfer of image and sound, compatible with DisplayPort and DVI through an adapter.
USB 2.0
Older version, compatible with almost all devices but with slower data transfer speed (480Mbit/s.) than newer versions (e.g. USB 3.0).
USB 3.2
Faster data transfer (20 Gbit/s) than previous versions. Compatible with older versions. Also referred to as USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.
USB-C

A modern way of digitally transferring image, sound, and data with simultaneous charging capability that makes it particularly convenient for use with a laptop.
HDMI 2.1
No
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
Yes
Fingerprint Sensor
No

Fingerprint Sensor

It features a fingerprint scanner.

2. It offers increased security and ease of connection.

Software

Operating System
No Operating System

Operating System

No Operating System

The Operating System (Windows or Linux) must be installed separately.

Main Specifications

Weight
3.7 kg

Weight

The weight of a laptop in everyday use significantly affects the ease of transport and user comfort, especially if it is frequently used outside the home or office. A laptop weighing less than 1.5 kg is considered lightweight and ideal for portability (e.g., students, professionals), while devices over 2 kg may be more powerful but less convenient for frequent movement.
Type
Gaming

Type

Gaming

With emphasis on performance and gaming usage.
Colour
Black
Keyboard Language
Engish US

Keyboard Language

Engish US
Year of Release
2023

Extra Features

NPU Support
Yes

NPU Support

NPU (Neural Processing Unit) support in laptops refers to a processor that accelerates artificial intelligence (AI) functions, such as image recognition and gaming. Ideal for professionals, gamers, and content creators who require enhanced performance in AI applications.
Games Recommendations
Counter-Strike 2, ARC Raiders, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, EA SPORTS FC 26, Red Dead Redemption 2, Grand Theft Auto V, Apex Legends, Battlefield 6, Baldur's Gate 3, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Fortnite

Games Recommendations

A selection of popular titles that the system can support, based on the official requirements from the developers and the capabilities of the hardware. 
Apps Recommendations
Photoshop, Python, Figma, Rhino 3D

Apps Recommendations

A list of top design, development, and editing applications that the hardware can run based on the specifications set by their creators. This option highlights the system's ability to handle demanding professional workflows and complex projects.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Description

The MSI Katana 15 (9S7-158N31-631) is a portable system designed for gamers and demanding users, offering power, speed, and reliability at every moment of use. With a 15.6” Full HD display and a 144Hz refresh rate, it provides smooth visuals and clarity, ideal for fast-paced games and long sessions. The IPS-level technology ensures vivid colors and good visibility from every angle.

Inside, it houses the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, an 8-core processor that easily handles heavy applications, gaming, and multitasking. It is paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, a graphics card that performs excellently in modern games, offering high frame rates and support for advanced graphics technologies, as well as tasks like 3D modeling, video editing, and rendering.

With 16GB DDR5 RAM, the laptop responds instantly to every command, while the 512GB NVMe SSD ensures ultra-fast system startup, immediate loading of games and applications, and overall a fast experience. The RGB backlit keyboard provides a distinctive gaming feel, while allowing use in low light.

Its connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E for stable and fast wireless networking, Bluetooth, USB ports, HDMI 2.1 for high-quality connection to external displays, and Ethernet for those who want the ultimate stable wired gaming experience. Despite the high-power equipment, its weight remains around 2.25 kg, making it relatively portable for its category.

Overall, the MSI Katana 15 is a laptop that combines high performance, gaming aesthetics, and reliable construction. It is the choice for those who want a system capable of handling games, creativity, and demanding tasks without limitations.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information