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MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 |
Other configurations of this model
| Score | Power | Price ▲ | Graphics card | Screen | Operating system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 65 | €2184.16 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 | 1920x1080 144Hz 45% NTSC | Windows 11 Pro |
| 8.5 | 64 | €2271.05 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 | 1920x1080 | Windows 11 Home |
| 9.5 | 68 | €2341.63 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | 2560x1440 165Hz 100% DCI-P3 | Windows 11 Home |
| 9.1 | 66 | €2379.58 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | 1920x1080 144Hz 45% NTSC | Windows 11 Home |
Full specifications of MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL
| Reference / Part Number | B13VGK-1493XPL |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 2023, 2 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-13620H |
| Processor generation | 13th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,9 GHz |
| Performance cores | 6 |
| Efficient cores | 4 |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor base power | 45 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 115 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5200 MHz |
| 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 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
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 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | No |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 200 W |
|---|
Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 24,9 mm |
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
|---|
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-13620H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 8GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL 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-1493XPL 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-1493XPL have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL 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-1493XPL weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Katana 15 B13VGK-1493XPL released?
Its release date is November 2023, 2 years ago.