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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Katana 15 offers robust performance suitable for gaming and engineering tasks due to its higher-end graphics card and better processor but is heavier and has shorter battery life. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with its vivid OLED touchscreen and lighter weight, is ideal for general use and portability. The Samsung is also less expensive. However, if gaming or engineering software compatibility is a priority, and you don't mind the additional weight and cost, the MSI could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Katana 15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.2
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Katana 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair.
The MSI Katana 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU which outperforms the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, and it has a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz compared to the Galaxy Book2 360's 60Hz, which provides a smoother visual experience during fast-paced games and animations.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.8
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
258.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen than the MSI Katana 15 for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 boasts a higher resolution and brightness with a panel type that enhances the viewing experience for both general use and professional engineering and design work, thanks to more accurate colors from its wider color gamut coverage. However, for gaming and 3D work, both the MSI Katana 15 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which are crucial for a smooth visual experience in fast-paced scenarios. Additionally, while the panel type and resolution play roles in defining sharpness and clarity for 3D environments, their lower refresh rates are the primary limitation for these applications.
Battery
4.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Katana 15 has 4 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Fair
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the MSI Katana 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI Katana 15 both have good build quality, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$949
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The MSI Katana 15 has a price of $949 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
258.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
4.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI Katana 15 are both good for general use.
The MSI Katana 15 stands out for general use with its larger storage, capable processor, dedicated graphics unit, and a screen with a higher refresh rate, suited for responsive computing and casual gaming, but is less portable and has shorter battery life than the Galaxy Book2 360. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a highly portable design with a longer battery life and a vibrant OLED touchscreen, making it a great companion for on-the-go productivity and media consumption, though it has less storage and relies on integrated graphics, which may not be ideal for graphically intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.3
6.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Katana 15 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.4
7.6
6.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI Katana 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.0
7.4
6.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI Katana 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the MSI Katana 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Katana 15 | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$949 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.96 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-12450H | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 258 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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MSI Katana 15
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Christian Hintze | March 2023
"The MSI Katana 15 B12 combines a Gen12 CPU with an RTX 4050, which is actually not a bad idea for a budget gamer. The CPU is anything but bad and the GPU in the Katana 15 proves to be significantly more efficient than last year's models. However, our main point of criticism for budget gamers is the price: while you can get budget laptops with RTX 3060 from around US$800, you pay a whole US$1,499.99 here! The efficiency advantages of the RTX 4050 do not justify this price premium."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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