MSI Katana 17 HX

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Date Published: 20 May 2026

Intel Core i9-14900HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Laptop, 8GB GDDR7)
17.3", QHD (2560 x 1440), 240 Hz, IPS
1000GB SSD
16GB RAM
2.70 kg (6 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

6.7 Portability Good

8.0 Display Excellent

8.1 For Work Excellent

8.3 For Gaming Excellent

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Review

MSI Katana 17 HX in-depth review

The MSI Katana 17 HX (B14Wx) enters the 17-inch gaming laptop arena with a clear mission: to deliver a big-screen experience and powerful performance without the premium price tag of flagship models. At first glance, its all-plastic build might seem modest, but beneath the surface lies a machine that punches well above its weight. With a surprisingly excellent QHD display and robust internals, it aims to be the pragmatic choice for gamers who care more about frame rates and image quality than flashy materials. But does this focus on function over form result in a winning formula, or does it cut too many corners?You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/msi-katana-17-hx-b14wx/Specs, Drivers, What's in the boxDrivers[...]

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Pros

Excellent QHD 240Hz display with great color accuracy and no PWM
Solid gaming performance with good thermal stability
Two user-accessible RAM slots for easy upgrades
Fingerprint-resistant chassis
Decent battery life for a 17-inch gaming laptop
Full-sized arrow keys (though cramped)

Cons

Only one M.2 slot limits storage expansion
Small trackpad for a 17-inch laptop
No privacy shutter or biometric login options
Fans can be audible at idle

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Before you start: Power the laptop off, unplug the charger and all peripherals, and hold the power button for a few seconds to discharge residual power. Work on a clean surface and use ESD protection if available. Opening the bottom panelRemove all bottom screws securing the base cover. Use a thin plastic pry tool to release the clips around the edges, starting from an area that gives you the easiest initial gap. Work your way around the sides and front, then finish near the hinge side, and lift the bottom panel away. Internal layout over[...]

DISPLAY: 17.3-inch, 2560x1440, IPS

Name
CSOT MNH301CA3-1 (CSO1702)

Diagonal
17.3"

Pixel density
169.78 ppi

Brightness
344 cd/m²

sRGB
99%

PWM frequency
No PWM (Flicker-Free)

Panel Type
IPS

Resolution
2560x1440

Becomes "Retina" from
20 inches (52 cm)

Contrast
1270:1

dE Color Checker
3.3 1.2

PWM Rating
10.0: (safe)

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