MSI Katana GF66

MSI's Katana GF66 is a well-priced, well-rounded budget gaming laptop that cuts competing models down to size.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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MSRP: $1,164.99

Product details

  • Powered Up: The 12th Gen. Intel Core i7 processor to deliver maximum efficiency in gameplay, Multi-task work and producTivity.
  • It All Starts Now: Enjoy the latest generation Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
  • Ray-Tracing: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU powered by the NVIDIA 2nd gen RTX architecture for the most realistic ray-traced graphics and cutting-edge AI features.
  • Smooth Display: The 15.6” 144Hz display delivers the fast refresh rate for smooth and vibrant gameplay.
  • High-Speed Data: SSD Gen 4x4 and DDR4-3200 memory for the fastest data transfer, system speed and responsiveness.

PROS

+ Aggressive price for the component mix
+ Solid 1080p gaming performance
+ 144Hz display
+ Roomy 1TB SSD

CONS

- Display isn't overly bright or colorful
- Middling CPU performance
- Brief battery life

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on December 27, 2021
MSI's Katana GF66 is a well-priced, well-rounded budget gaming laptop that cuts competing models down to size.
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By PCWorld on March 02, 2023
The MSI Katana GF66 is a competent but unremarkable budget gaming laptop that can handle most modern titles. It’s hard to recommend at MSRP, but sales may help its fortunes.
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By IGN on July 27, 2021
The MSI GF66 is a decent gaming laptop with decent performance. It's affordably priced, but is outperformed by other gaming laptops with the same or lower price. It's worth considering, but don't expect to be blown away by it.
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