Product specifications
REINVENTING MULTI-CORE ARCHITECTURE
Katana 17 B12U equips the latest 12th Gen. Intel Core i7 processor, features with performance and efficiency cores, providing unprecedented boost in multitasking works and heavy games.
GEFORCE RTX 40 SERIES LAPTOPS
BEYOND FAST
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs are beyond fast for gamers and creators. They're powered by the ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture which delivers a quantum leap in both performance and AI-powered graphics. Experience lifelike virtual worlds with ray tracing and ultra-high FPS gaming with the lowest latency. Discover revolutionary new ways to create and unprecedented workflow acceleration.
AI-POWERED PERFORMANCE
AND LIFELIKE GRAPHICS*
Get a quantum leap in performance in games and creative apps with AI-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing.
RAY TRACING
HYPERREALISTIC. HYPERFAST.
The Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world. With the power of RTX 40 Series and third-gen RT Cores, you can experience incredibly detailed virtual worlds like never before.
OPTIMIZED POWER AND
PERFORMANCE
NVIDIA Max-Q is an advanced suite of AI-powered technologies that optimize your system for peak efficiency. This enables blazing-fast laptops that are thin, quiet, and have amazing battery life.
LIGHTNING FAST AND SMOOTH DISPLAY
Never miss a shot with the striking visuals and smooth refresh rate of the 144Hz IPS-level display.
LIGHT UP WITH GAMING STYLE
The Katana Series is equipped with a 4-Zone RGB Keyboard with the lightened WASD and specially-designed keycaps. Enjoy the colorful light that shines like pulse energy giving you an immersive gaming experience with style!
REFORGED COOLING SOLUTION
WITH CPU&GPU SHARED-PIPE DESIGN
Introduction the new Shared-Pipe design, the heat pipe which attached on both CPU and GPU. Shared-Pipe can improve the thermal capability, especially releasing the CPU performance! With MSI Cooler Boost 5, gamers can explore the increasingly complex game world freely.
STRIKE FASTER
Accelerate performance on all levels with faster memory read/write speed on DDR5 memory.
LIKE MAGIC LOADING SPEED
With extremely high performance and up to 7.88 GB/s bandwidth, the PCIe Gen 4 allows users to load up any game and task with lighting fast speeds.
THE WAY MUSIC SHOULD BE
Immerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio.
ELEVATE YOUR AUDIO
Experience audio the way it was intended and share it with Nahimic in-game 3D surround & Sound Sharing via Bluetooth.
GET ALL THE BUFFS
The exclusive MSI Center helps you control and customize your MSI laptop the way you want.
MSI APP Player
Developed under an exclusive partnership with BlueStacks, the MSI APP Player provides a seamless gaming experience between mobile gaming and the PC.
Design | |
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Product type | Laptop |
Form factor | Clamshell |
Product colour | Black |
Display | |
HD type | Full HD |
Touchscreen | No |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Display diagonal | 39.6 cm (15.6") |
Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor | |
Processor generation | 12th gen Intel Core i7 |
Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Processor cache | 24 MB |
Processor model | i7-12650H |
Processor boost frequency | 4.7 GHz |
Processor cores | 10 |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor family | Intel Core i7 |
Memory | |
Internal memory | 16 GB |
Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
Memory clock speed | 4800 MHz |
Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
Storage | |
Storage media | SSD |
Optical drive type | No |
Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
SSD capacity | 1 TB |
SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
NVMe | Yes |
Graphics | |
Discrete graphics card | Yes |
Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
On-board graphics card | Yes |
On-board graphics card model | Intel UHD Graphics |
Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
Audio | |
Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera | |
Front camera | Yes |
Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Front camera HD type | HD |
Optical drive | |
Optical drive type | No |
Network | |
Mobile network connection | No |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces | |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.1 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
Combo headphone/mic port | No |
Keyboard | |
Pointing device | Touchpad |
Numeric keypad | Yes |
Keyboard backlit | Yes |
Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
Software | |
Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
Technical details | |
Form factor | Clamshell |
Product colour | Black |
Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
Processor special features | |
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
Embedded options available | No |
CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery | |
Number of battery cells | 3 |
Battery capacity | 53.5 Wh |
Power | |
AC adapter power | 200 W |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 359 mm |
Depth | 259 mm |
Height | 24.9 mm |
Weight | 2.25 kg |
Other features | |
On-board graphics card | Yes |
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Shipping & Return
Shipping Policy Overview:
This policy delineates the guidelines for shipping and returns when sending goods through mail. These guidelines encompass details such as costs, delivery times, and procedures to follow in case of product damage upon arrival.
When do we ship?
To provide clarity on anticipated delivery dates for GIGATE shipments, we have included the expected delivery date beneath each product. Moreover, our customer service team reaches out within 24 working hours of purchase to review orders and confirm delivery dates.
Where do we ship to?
GIGATE dispatches products from six warehouses in distinct regions to streamline shipping and minimize delivery times. We employ professional carriers and logistics systems to cover all cities in Saudi Arabia, ensuring efficient tracking of shipments.
How do we ship?
While most orders are shipped via selected professional couriers (DHL,OTO, SMSA) ,the shipping company is chosen by the GIGATE operation team based on product type, warehouse location, and customer destination address. Customers can provide special instructions in the comments box or inform GIGATE customer service during their address verification call.
Shipping Rates:
GIGATE offers Free Shipping on all products, excluding special items that incur additional shipping costs.
Order Tracking:
GIGATE provides a dedicated page for customers to easily track their shipments and monitor order statuses. Tracking can be done using the order ID and email address received upon order placement or the carrier tracking number.
Stock Availability:
While items are typically in stock, occasional shortages may occur due to sudden demand. In such cases, customers are promptly notified, and GIGATE customer service communicates the expected delivery time. Customers dissatisfied with the revised delivery time may opt for a refund within 2 hours.
VAT, Customs, and Duties:
All costs, including shipping, VAT, customs, and duties, are transparently included in the paid price. GIGATE ensures customers are informed of the total cost before purchase through a prominently displayed notification.
Shipping Damages:
GIGATE prioritizes secure packing and selects professional carriers to minimize the risk of damage during shipment. In the rare event of damages, customers must inform the customer service or support team within 24 hours of delivery for prompt resolution.
Return Shipment:
For return procedures, please refer to our Return and Refund Policy. If a return is unrelated to technical issues or product specifications and is solely due to a change of mind, return costs are the responsibility of the customer. Customers can coordinate returns with the customer care team or support team for seamless processing.