ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LR / MSI Katana 17 HX B14WGK-032XES

MSI states that the CPU and GPU can run at full power together on this model (Full Power CPU & GPU).

140 W is the maximum total graphics power; the 25 W Dynamic Boost portion is shifted to the GPU when processor load is low. Real power in games varies with profile and temperature.

Graphics power (TGP) decides how fast the same GPU runs in different laptops; MSI notes the value may vary by scenario. 8 GB of video memory can be a limit at high texture settings.

The MUX switch connects the internal display directly to the NVIDIA GPU to cut latency in games; Advanced Optimus makes that switch without a restart.

Memory is socketed, so it can be upgraded later; the shipped capacity varies by SKU.

Two modules run in dual channel. MSI notes actual speed varies with the module combination and CPU.

The shipped SSD capacity varies by SKU; the second slot can be used to add a drive later.

With the single M.2 slot already used, adding capacity means replacing the SSD.

ASUS also lists FHD+ 165 Hz and 300 Hz panel options in the family; check the panel of the specific SKU being bought.

“IPS-level” is MSI’s term for panels with IPS-like wide viewing angles.

Which layout ships depends on the SKU; ASUS’s table does not split this per model.

There is no USB4 or Thunderbolt; the USB-C port carries data at up to 10 Gbit/s.

USB-C delivers at most 100 W, below what the 280 W or 380 W adapter supplies.

As this version has the RTX 5070 Ti, the GPU also gets liquid metal.

A MUX switch connects the display directly to the NVIDIA GPU, removing the integrated graphics pass-through in games; switching modes may need a restart.

The adapter must be connected for full performance in games; on battery the GPU and CPU run at lower power.

Windows must be installed separately. fTPM 2.0 provides the security module Windows 11 requires in processor firmware.