MSI Katana 17 HX

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Date Published: 01 Jul 2026

Intel Core i7-14650HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (Laptop)
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

7.7 For Work Very Good

7.9 For Gaming Very Good

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Specs

Display
17.3", QHD (2560 x 1440), 240 Hz, IPS

HDD/SSD
1000GB SSD

M.2 Slot
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
16GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Home

Body Material
Plastic / Polycarbonate

Dimensions
398 x 275.6 x 27.8 mm (15.67" x 10.85" x 1.09")

Weight
2.70 kg (6 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

3x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)

1x USB Type-C
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

HDMI
2.1 (8K@60Hz / 4K@120Hz)

Card Reader

Ethernet LAN
10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E

Bluetooth
5.3

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera
HD

Backlit keyboard

Microphone

Speakers
2x 2W Stereo Speakers

Security Lock slot

Portability

MSI Katana 17 HX (B14Wx)

15.67" x 10.85" x 1.09" Dimensions

2.70 kg (6 lbs) Weight

Average 17.3-inch laptop

2.86 kg (6.3 lbs) +6% Weight

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[...]