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MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-12650H 1,7GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz 45% NTSC |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445
| Reference / Part Number | Katana 15 B12VEK-445US |
|---|---|
| Release date | February 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| RGB colour space | NTSC |
| Colour gamut | 45 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-12650H |
| Processor frequency | 1,7 GHz |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Performance cores | 6 |
| Efficient cores | 4 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,5 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor base power | 45 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 115 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 4000 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| 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 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 200 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 25 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz 45% NTSC display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-12650H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 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 KATANA1512445 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Katana 15 KATANA1512445 released?
Its release date is February 2023, 3 years ago.