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Asus VG278QF vs MSI Optix MAG27C

Asus VG278QF Monitor
Asus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27C Monitor
MSI Optix MAG27C
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Editiorial reviews
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The ASUS VG279Q is a good 27 inch, 144Hz monitor with an IPS panel. It has a simple design with outstanding ergonomics. It delivers a good picture quality, with ...Read more
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MSI Optix MAG27CQ Tired of having a display that doesn't tick all those lovely buzz words off your checklist? If you are, then the MSI Optix is the way to go. Offering a 2560 x 1440 display, it offers double the pixels of a full HD 1080p display, giving you increased detail in your games and increased desktop real estate. If that wasn't enough, it runs at a blazing fast 144Hz for silky smooth gameplay and a massive boost over the more common 60Hz panels. Still not enough? How about an 1800R curved panel for a more immersive viewing experience,Read more
The MSI Optix MPG27CQ is a decent 27", 1440p monitor with deep blacks and excellent gaming features. It has outstanding low input lag, an excellent response time...Read more
MSI's Optix MAG27CQ and MPG27CQ monitors check a lot of boxes on the feature list: 27" curved monitors with 1440p resolutions, FreeSync support, 144Hz refresh rates, and...Read more
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User rating
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4.3 out of 5
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Full Comparison

General

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Screen size27.0 in27.0 in
Brightness400.0 cd/m²250.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:916:9

Design

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Colour of productBlackBlack
Panel designFlatCurved
Built-in USB hubnono
Built-in cameranono
Screen surfaceMatteMatte

Dimensions

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Height (without stand)14.29 in17.76 in
Depth (with stand)1.97 in9.41 in
Width (with stand)24.37 in24.37 in
Weight0.17 oz205.65 oz

Connectivity

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
DVI Portyesyes
HDMIyesyes
HDMI ports quantity11
HDMI version1.41.4

Image properties

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Supported graphics resolutions
1920 x 1080
1920x1080
Refresh rate165.0 Hz144.0 Hz
HD typeFull HDFull HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours16.78 million colours
Colour gamut (NTSC)72.0 %85.0 %
Dynamic contrast ratio100000000:1100000000:1
Display technologyLEDLED
BacklightLED backlightLED
Panel typeTNVA
Response time0.5 ms1.0 ms
Viewing angle (horizontal)170.0 °178.0 °
Viewing angle (vertical)160.0 °178.0 °

Features

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Cable lock slotyesyes
Plug and Playyesyes

Compatibility

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
VESA mountyesyes
Type of VESA mount100x100mm75x75mm

Power

Asus VG278QFAsus VG278QF
MSI Optix MAG27CMSI Optix MAG27C
Power consumption (typical)40.0 W48.0 W

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