MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch Comparison

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MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch, two laptops from MSI and Lenovo. MSI Katana 15 2025 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch was launched in August 2020. As you can see, Yoga 7i 15-inch is 5 years older than Katana 15 2025. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Katana 15 2025 and Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Katana 15 2025 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 14650HX,Intel Core i9 14900HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
16GB,32GB,64GB,96GB Ram
359 x 262 x 25.5 mm (14.13 x 10.31 x 1 inches)
Weight: 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs)

Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch Key Specs

Launched in August 2020
15.6" Touchscreen - IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1135G7
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
356.4 x 235.6 x 17.9-19.2 mm (14.03 x 9.28 x 0.7-0.76 inches)
Weight: 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Katana 15 2025 over Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch

Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	14.9 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR4	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch over MSI Katana 15 2025

Weight	1.90 kg vs 2.40 kg	0.5 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~79.9% vs ~71.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.5 mm vs 6.8 mm	1.3 mm thinner bezels
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Common Strengths of Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch and MSI Katana 15 2025

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Katana 15 2025 and the Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.4 kg (5.29 lbs)	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
Surface Area	941 cm2 (145.7 inches2)	840 cm2 (130.2 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~71.4%	~79.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.8 mm	~5.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.15 kg/inch	0.12 kg/inch
	0.33 lbs/inch	0.264 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray

Comparison of the MSI Katana 15 2025 and the Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch External Dimensions

Weight

Katana 15 2025 weighs 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs), whereas the Yoga 7i 15-inch weighs 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the MSI Katana 15 2025 is 0.15 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch is 0.12 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 14650HX Intel Core i9 14900HX	Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7
Base Frequency	2.2 GHz	0.9-2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.2 GHz	4.2 GHz
Number of Cores	16 (8P + 8E)	4
Number of Threads	24	8
L3 Cache	30 MB	8 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the MSI Katana 15 2025 and Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i5 1135G7 ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	115 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	14.9 TFLOPS	1,408 GFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR7	System Shared
Memory Bus	128 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	2560	640
TMUs	80	40
ROPs	32	20

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. MSI Katana 15 2025 has a FLOPS value of 14.9 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Katana 15 2025 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB	8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	96 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Katana 15 2025 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Yoga 7i 15-inch's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	MSI Katana 15 (2025)	Lenovo Yoga 7i (15”)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	75 Wh	71 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	240 W	65 W

Moreover, the Katana 15 2025 boasts a larger battery capacity of 75 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Yoga 7i 15-inch's71 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Katana 15 2025 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Yoga 7i 15-inch's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Katana 15 2025 and Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch screens have the same size of 15.6".The total usable screen area of the Katana 15 2025 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Yoga 7i 15-inch's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Both Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch feature the same pixel density with 141 pixels per inch (PPI).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The Katana 15 2025 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Yoga 7i 15-inch offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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MSI Katana 15 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga 7i 15-inch Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Katana 15 2025 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Yoga 7i 15-inch (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch have USB-A ports. Katana 15 2025 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Yoga 7i 15-inch has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch have USB Type-C ports. Katana 15 2025 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Yoga 7i 15-inch has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Yoga 7i 15-inch is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Katana 15 2025 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Katana 15 2025 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Yoga 7i 15-inch does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Katana 15 2025 nor Yoga 7i 15-inch has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Katana 15 2025 and Yoga 7i 15-inch are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No