MSI Katana 15 (B13V / B13UDXK, 2023)

Gifng scores
Gifng score45
Performance57
Battery9
Display48
Portability & build27
Graphics68
Memory & storage85
Features52
Price
Best price today₹89,990
Usual price₹80,990
Launch price—
Starting version
ProcessorIntel Core i5-13420H
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
Memory (RAM)16 GB
Storage1 TB
Screen
Size15.6"
PanelIPS-level, anti-glare, 45% NTSC, 1920x1080
Refresh rate144 Hz
Battery
Battery53.5 Wh
Battery test4.2 h (Expert Reviews video playback (RTX 4050 version, discrete GPU off))
Charger200 W
Build
Weight2.25 kg
Thickness24.9 mm
Versions sold7
Materialplastic
Keyboard & more
KeyboardRGB backlit
Webcam720p
Fingerprint / face unlockNo
Speakersstereo, 2x 2 W
Connections
Ports1× USB-C, 3× USB-A, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Other
CoolingCooler Boost 5; Expert Reviews found it stays fairly cool and the fans unobtrusive under load
Warranty2 years
ColoursBlack
What reviewers say
Pros
  • Strong gaming and CPU speed for the money
  • Comfortable keyboard
  • Fans stay fairly quiet under load
  • Decent speakers for a budget gamer
Cons
  • Screen is dim (about 270 nits), covers only ~61% sRGB and shows backlight bleed
  • About 4 hours of video playback, under an hour when gaming on battery
  • Only good value at a cut price
  • Short battery life

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