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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

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Pros

  • fast
  • fluid
  • and looked stunning in HDR

Cons

  • moments in PC gaming
  • not as bright as I'd hoped
  • comparable pixel response and overall speed

Key specs

  • 27 in
  • 300 cd/m²
  • 16

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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD - Pros & Cons

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

Pros

  • fast
  • fluid
  • and looked stunning in HDR
  • Smooth and responsive gaming Excellent
  • excellent picture and fantastic motion performance
  • MAG274QRF-QD is excellent for that
  • MSI performs better because it has a faster response time
  • ergonomics are great
  • and it has wide viewing angles
  • fast-moving content looks smooth
  • excellent gaming monitor packed with features

Cons

  • moments in PC gaming
  • not as bright as I'd hoped
  • comparable pixel response and overall speed
  • the brightest or highest-contrast monitor on the market
  • no brightness setting when it's enabled
  • No cherry-picked units sent by brands
  • 4K generates a huge graphics workload
  • overdrive mode has more noticeable overshoot than at the max refresh rate
  • too much overshoot on the other settings
  • it only works within a narrow frequency range
  • eliminates ghosting and trailing

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
27 in
Best:
Acer UM.PB1EE.A01
Screen size: 282 in
IconBrightness
300 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²

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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size27.0 in
Brightness300.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Image properties
BacklightLED backlight
Panel typeIPS
Viewing angle (horizontal)178.0 °
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Power
Energy efficiency classB
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Compatibility
Type of VESA mount100x100mm

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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI - Editorial Reviews (8)

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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review
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LaptopMag
Published: 13.06.2021
The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review
4.0

The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD is a colorful, ultra-fast gaming monitor designed for battle

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review: Widest Color Gamut Yet
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 05.04.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review: Widest Color Gamut Yet
4.5

The largest color gamut we’ve measured to date

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review: "An impressive if pricey panel"
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gamesradar
Published: 05.08.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review: "An impressive if pricey panel"
4.5

Is 27-inch and 1440p still the sweet spot for PC gaming on the best gaming monitor? The new MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD certainly seems to think so. Actually, MSI reckons this super-fast 165Hz IPS panel is

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review
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PCMAG
Published: 26.03.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review
4.0

The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD is a 27-inch gaming monitor that offers incredibly wide colors and excellent motion performance in an affordable package.

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 10.02.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Review
4.2

The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD is an excellent gaming monitor. It has a native 165Hz refresh rate with FreeSync and G-SYNC compatibility to reduce screen tearing. Mo...

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD gaming monitor review
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pcgamer
Published: 12.02.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD gaming monitor review
4.3

MSI's new monitor shines thanks to quantum dots, fast response, and a great price

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review – an amazing 165Hz gaming monitor
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PCGamesN
Published: 01.04.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review – an amazing 165Hz gaming monitor

MSI's new monitor could be the perfect upgrade from your aging 60Hz screen

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review: Superfast quantum gaming monitor
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T3
Published: 24.02.2021
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD review: Superfast quantum gaming monitor
4.0

The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD provides a step up for gamers looking to upgrade

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