90
Brandon Hill
Tom's Hardware
The MSI Katana 15 offers strong 1080p gaming performance and excellent value under $1,000, but its short battery life and washed-out display are significant drawbacks.
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Strong 1080p gaming performance
- Good speakers
- Excellent value
- Good entry-level price
- Fast refresh rate
- Snappy keyboard keys
Points of Contention
- Short battery life
- Washed‑out display
- Trackpad not great
- Styling is a bit old
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics80
James Holland
TechRadar
“It has solid 1080p performance and everything – except for the battery life and trackpad – is good enough.”
80
Mark Knapp
PCMag
“The 2023 MSI Katana 15 might not be much to look at, but this gaming laptop has a lot of muscle for work and play alike at a budget‑friendly price.”
