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MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 |
Full specifications of MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES
Reference / Part Number
KATANA 15 B13VGK-1405XES
Release date
August 2023, 3 years ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-13900H |
| Processor generation | 13th gen Intel® Core™ i9 |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 6 |
| Efficient cores | 8 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor base power | 45 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 115 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | FreeDOS |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 24,9 mm |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES?
It is a Gaming laptop with decent power for what that use calls for today: 72 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog.
Is the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES worth its price?
Generally yes: today it starts at €1729 and its 8.7 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score puts it above the average of its type at that price.
How much does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES cost?
Today it starts at €1729 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES good for gaming?
Yes, this laptop was built for gaming: it carries the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-13900H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES come with?
It comes with no operating system installed: the price does not include a license and you will have to install one yourself.
Which ports does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1405XES released?
Its release date is August 2023, 3 years ago.