MSI Katana 15 B13VFK

Mid-range gaming laptops that stand out due to their smart balance between hardware performance, features, and final cost. They are part of the MSI Katana 2023 lineup and are positioned by the manufacturer as an alternative to the more expensive gaming laptops from the Titan and Stealth series. The series is based on a powerful Intel Core i7/i9 processor, providing high-speed performance in both games and resource-intensive tasks.

However, the focus is mainly on the processor, with discrete graphics represented by the entry-level GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card from the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace lineup, creating a slight imbalance towards the processor. The graphics card supports the DLSS 3 suite, which includes an intelligent upscaler and an AI-assisted frame generation system. DLSS is especially useful when increasing graphic settings or using resource-intensive ray tracing.

A solid reserve of DDR5-5200 RAM ranging from 16 to 64 GB provides durability for especially demanding games and allows the system to operate without delays even in multitasking mode. All laptops in the MSI Katana 15 B13VFK lineup are equipped with a 15.6-inch IPS display with a 1080p resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. Additional features include a pair of speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a gigabit LAN port, and a Wi-Fi 6 wireless module. The keyboard with 4-zone RGB backlighting allows users to customize color effects according to personal preferences.