MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5070 & Intel i9 14th Gen) Comparison

MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen) $1,679	ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5070 & Intel i9 14th Gen) $1,999	Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
Overview
Brand
MSI	ASUS
Model
Katana 15 HX B14WGK-016US	ROG Strix G16 (2025) (e.g., G615JXR or similar G615 series)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	32GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops
Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
1TB Laptops
Display
15.6-inch QHD (2560x1440), 165Hz, IPS-Level	16-inch FHD+ 16:10 (1920 x 1200) IPS-level, 165Hz, 3ms
Operating System
Windows 11 Home	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.4 kg or 5.29 lbs	2.65 kg or 5.84 lbs
Color
Black	Eclipse Gray
Processor
CPU
Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor	Intel Core i9 Processor 14900HX
Intel Core i9 Laptops
Architecture
Raptor Lake (14th Gen)	Raptor Lake (14th Gen)
Cores
24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)	24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)
Threads
32.0	32.0
Base Clock
2.2 GHz (P-core base), 1.6 GHz (E-core base)	2.2 GHz (P-cores base), 1.6 GHz (E-cores base)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)	Up to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)
Cache
36MB L3 Cache	36MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, Total System Power up to 115W GPU + CPU Power Share)	65W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, Total System Power up to 175W CPU+GPU in Manual mode for higher TGP GPUs)
Additional Features
MSI AI Engine for AI-Powered computing experience, Copilot Key integrated in keyboard.	Intel AI Engine for AI-Powered computing experience, Copilot Key integrated in keyboard.
Display
Screen Size
15.6 inches	16 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1440 (QHD)	1920 x 1200 (FHD+ WUXGA)
Refresh Rate
165Hz	165Hz
Response Time
2.5ms (Typical, as seen on similar MSI panels)	3ms (G2G)
Panel Type
IPS-Level, Anti-Glare	IPS-level, Anti-glare display
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3 (Typical)	100% sRGB
Brightness
Not explicitly specified, but typically around 300-350 nits for QHD IPS-level gaming panels.	300 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:9	16:10
Additional Features
Discrete Graphics Mode (MUX Design) for optimal performance.	G-Sync, MUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, Support Dolby Vision HDR
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7	8GB GDDR7
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)	NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
115W (Maximum Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost, Boost Clock up to 2347MHz)	115W (ROG Boost: 1475MHz at 115W (1425MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC, 100W+15W Dynamic Boost))
Ray Tracing
Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores	Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation	Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation
Additional Features
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, Max-Q technologies, powers advanced AI with 798 AI TOPS.	Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, Max-Q technologies, powers advanced AI with 798 AI TOPS.
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 96GB (2 Slots, 32GB*2 configured for 32GB total)	Yes, up to 64GB (2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, supports dual channel memory technology)
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
1x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4) - this model usually has only one M.2 slot. To upgrade storage, you'd replace the existing 1TB SSD.	1 additional M.2 PCIe slot available (2 total M.2 PCIe slots)
RAID Support
Not specified	Yes, supports manual setup PCIe NVME RAID 0 (on models with two slots)
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes (lighted WASD, specially-designed keycaps)	Yes (dedicated hotkeys for volume, mic mute, Armoury Crate)
RGB Customization
4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key	Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB, Aura Sync
Game Optimization
MSI Center (with AI Engine), MSI App Player	Armoury Crate, Scenario Profiles
Performance
Cooling Technology
Cooler Boost 5 Technology (CPU & GPU Share-pipe Design, 2 Fans, 5 Heat Pipes)	ROG Intelligent Cooling, End-to-end Vapor Chamber, Sandwiched heatsink design, Tri-Fan Technology, Conductonaut Extreme Liquid Metal (on CPU & GPU), Full-Surround Vents, Full-Width Heatsink, CoolZone keyboard, Dust Filter, 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans, 7 comprehensive heatpipes
Overclocking Support
Yes (via MSI Center)	Yes (via Manual mode in Armoury Crate)
Performance Modes
Available via MSI Center (e.g., Extreme Performance, Silent)	Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual (via Armoury Crate)
Benchmark Scores
Not explicitly specified in official documentation, but expected strong performance for its class.	Not explicitly specified in official documentation, varies by test
Battery
Capacity
75Whr, 4-cell Li-Polymer	90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Backup Time
Not explicitly specified, but general gaming laptop battery life.	Not explicitly specified, but good for a powerful gaming laptop.
Charging Type
Standard Charging, Power Delivery 3.0 (supports 100W PD charging via Type-C)	Standard Charging, Rapid Type-C Charging (0-50% in 30 minutes), USB-C Power Delivery (Min: 45W, Max: 100W)
Power Adapter
240W AC Adapter	280W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2
Ethernet
Gigabit LAN (RJ45)	2.5G LAN (RJ45 port)
Bluetooth
5.3	5.4
Ports
1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery 3.0), 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI™ 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz), 1x RJ45, 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack, 1x DC-in	1x Thunderbolt™ 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery (40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (10Gbps), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key	Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB
Key Travel
1.7mm Key Travel	Not explicitly specified, but typical for ROG laptops
N-Key Rollover
Anti-Ghost Key (implied N-Key rollover capability)	Not explicitly specified
Touchpad Features
31% Larger Touchpad (compared to previous generation), Multi-touch	Precision Touchpad, With Copilot key
Audio
Speakers
2x 2W Speakers	2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
Audio Enhancements
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio Ready	AI noise-canceling technology, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Built-in array microphone, 5.1.2 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes (1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack)	Yes (3.5mm Combo Audio Jack)
Camera
Webcam
HD type (30fps@720p)	1080P FHD IR Camera
Enhancements
Not explicitly specified, but generally basic.	Windows Hello support
Privacy Shutter
No	Yes (though some models omit physical shutters, IR cameras often have software/e-shutters)
Build & Design
Material
Plastic chassis (Black)	Plastic chassis (Eclipse Gray)
Color Options
Black	Eclipse Gray
RGB Lighting
4-Zone RGB Keyboard	4-Zone RGB keyboard, Aura Sync Light Bar
Dimensions
359 x 262 x 25.5 mm (14.13" x 10.31" x 0.99")	35.4 x 26.8 x 2.28 ~ 3.08 cm (13.94 x 10.55 x 0.90 ~ 1.21 inches)
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes (Cooler Boost 5 with Share Pipe Design)	Yes (Vapor Chamber, Tri-Fan, Liquid Metal)
Software
MSI Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), AI Engine, MSI App Player	Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months)
Upgrade-Friendly Design
Up to 96GB RAM (2 slots), 1x M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 slot (already populated with 1TB)	Tool-less access for RAM and SSD
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 240W AC Adapter	Yes, 280W AC Adapter
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes, 3-Year Limited Warranty (may vary by region)	Yes, 1 Year Onsite Warranty (may vary by region)
Additional Accessories
Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime)	Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months), ROG backpack (may be included with some retailers)
Launch Date
Release Date
July 2025 (as per current market listings)	June 2025 (as per current market listings)
Status
Available	Available

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