MSI Katana 15vsMSI GE66 Raider

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MSI Katana 15
Katana 15

Quick Stats

With tweaks, the MSI Katana 15's performance can reach smooth ultra settings, exceeding 100 FPS expectations easily.
The MSI Katana 15's impressive build quality is a major plus, earning a 7.5 out of 10 score overall.
The display of the MSI Katana 15 is decent but lacks sharpness and impressive picture quality overall.
The MSI Katana 15 features a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU and 16GB of RAM.
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MSI GE66 Raider
GE66 Raider

Quick Stats

The MSI GE66 Raider delivers impressive performance with its RTX 3080 GPU and Core i7 processor.
The MSI GE66 Raider boasts a sleek design with clean lines for a premium build feel.
The display's high refresh rate is overkill for gaming, but suitable for content creation and general use.
The MSI GE66 Raider boasts impressive features including RTX 3080 GPU, 360Hz display, and per-key RGB keyboard.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Katana 15
Winner
#424
MSI GE66 Raider
#425
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Katana 15
#115
Winner
MSI GE66 Raider
#227
Display
MSI Katana 15
#753
MSI GE66 Raider
#535
Winner
Performance
MSI Katana 15
#65
Winner
MSI GE66 Raider
#159
Build
MSI Katana 15
#782
Winner
MSI GE66 Raider
#791
Features
MSI Katana 15
#798
Winner
MSI GE66 Raider
#804

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Katana 15
MSI MSI GE66 Raider
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13900H
Intel Core i9-10980HK
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 105W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Laptop, 130W)
1x 2280 M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Katana 15

Strengths

I think it's decent gaming laptops fall into a category for me that I personally don't need too much
It can play the games I throw at it and it also leaves room for overclocking when performance is required
The overall build is nice and it doesn't scream 'I'm a gamer' but it does whisper it more than other laptops do
I think for the price that I purchased this at 1200 I'm getting your product that's equal in value
It has a nice build quality of 7.5 out of 10
The temperatures also stayed relatively low during a longer playing session
After tweaking some settings, updating all the drivers, and overclocking the RTX 4060 with MSI Afterburner, the laptop runs great

Weaknesses

I was underwhelmed by how low the frame rate was for some of these titles with a 4060 I was expecting at least 100 frames in all of these titles
The screen is the weakest link on the katana it feels dull and flat as sometimes it makes me wonder if my game is on Lower settings but no it was just tied to the resolution
I did not like having to tweak some settings, update drivers, and overclock the GPU to get acceptable performance
The laptop runs great now the games are running on ultra settings with above 100 FPS but this is after making changes
My biggest gripe with this laptop is the screen like I mentioned I think it's for me using screens with a higher resolution
I'm getting your product that's equal in value but at a higher price point than what I was expecting to pay
The 1080p screen feels dull and flat as sometimes it makes me wonder if my game is on Lower settings

MSI GE66 Raider

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

MSI Katana 15

The MSI Katana 15 offers impressive power in a compact package, but is its value as a gaming laptop worth the price? With an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, this device is designed to bridge the gap between console and PC gaming on-the-go. But does it deliver on performance and build quality, or are compromises made in the screen resolution? This review aims to answer these questions and provide a comprehensive assessment of the Katana 15's strengths and weaknesses.

MSI GE66 Raider

The MSI GE66 Raider is a force to be reckoned with in the world of gaming laptops. This titanium blue powerhouse boasts an RTX 3080 GPU, an i7-10870H Intel processor, and a wealth of I/O options. The clean design and chiseled edges give it a sleek look, but don't let its appearance fool you - this laptop is built for performance. With impressive multi-core and single-threaded clock speeds, the MSI GE66 Raider is poised to deliver top-notch gaming experiences. But can it live up to expectations?

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