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MSI Optix MAG27C

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
34 user ratings
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3 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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5 editorial reviews
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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Pros

  • The joystick on the MPG is more robust and feels better
  • great specs
  • narrow bezels and relatively strong color performance

Cons

  • Limited
  • stuttering Adaptive Sync Support FREE SYNC Tearing stuttering
  • gaming performance is generally subjective

Key specs

  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 144 Hz
  • LED
  • 1 ms
  • Curved
  • 27 in
  • 250 cd/m²
  • 16

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MSI Optix MAG27C - Pros & Cons

MSI Optix MAG27C

Pros

  • The joystick on the MPG is more robust and feels better
  • great specs
  • narrow bezels and relatively strong color performance
  • was created performed surprisingly well for a gaming monitor
  • monitors are VESA compatible
  • great curved monitor for both gaming and content creation
  • Gameplay colors and details will look more realistic and refined
  • decent and affordable curved gaming monitor
  • It also has a great contrast ratio
  • good height
  • swivel

Cons

  • Limited
  • stuttering Adaptive Sync Support FREE SYNC Tearing stuttering
  • gaming performance is generally subjective
  • it was a bit confusing at first
  • it feels a bit cheap and flimsy
  • two front legs were a bit too large and took up too much desk space
  • annoying periodic message that appeared on the screen
  • screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • no turning back
  • Not familiar with curve monitors
  • smearing and ghosting of fast-moving objects

MSI Optix MAG27C - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
27 in
Best:
Acer UM.PB1EE.A01
Screen size: 282 in
IconResponse time
1 ms
Best:
JVC LM-H191
Response time: 0.01 ms
IconBrightness
250 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²
IconWeight
5830 g
Best:
BenQ GL2450HM
Weight: 0 g

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MSI Optix MAG27C - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size27.0 in
Brightness250.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Dimensions
Height adjustment2.56 in
Height (without stand)17.76 in
Depth (with stand)9.41 in
Width (with stand)24.37 in
Weight205.65 oz
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Image properties
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Supported graphics resolutions1920x1080
Refresh rate144.0 Hz
HD typeFull HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours
Colour gamut (NTSC)85.0 %
Dynamic contrast ratio100000000:1
Contrast ratio3000:1
Display technologyLED
BacklightLED
Panel typeVA
Response time (GtG)1.0 ms
Response time1.0 ms
Pixel size0.01 in
Viewing angle (horizontal)178.0 °
Viewing angle (vertical)178.0 °
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)no
Adaptive synchronizationyes
VESA mountyes
Type of VESA mount75x75mm
Sync technologyAMD Freesync
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Panel designCurved
Built-in USB hubno
Touchscreenno
Built-in camerano
Screen surfaceMatte
Built-in speakersno
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Connectivity
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portyes
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI version1.4
VGA inno
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Features
Ascendable and submersibleyes
Pivot functionyes
Swivelyes
Tiltableyes
Cable lock slotyes
Plug and Playyes
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Power
Power consumption (typical)48.0 W

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MSI Optix MAG27C MSI - Editorial Reviews (5)

3.7
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MSI Optix MAG27C MSI Optix MAG27CQ 144Hz FreeSync Monitor Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 07.01.2018
MSI Optix MAG27CQ 144Hz FreeSync Monitor Review | eTeknix

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,

MSI Optix MAG27C MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 17.06.2019
MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review
3.7

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...

MSI Optix MAG27C MSI Optix MAG27CQ 27 and MSI Optix MPG27CQ 27 1440p 144Hz Gaming Monitors Review
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TechSpot
Published: 05.12.2018
MSI Optix MAG27CQ 27 and MSI Optix MPG27CQ 27 1440p 144Hz Gaming Monitors Review

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...

MSI Optix MAG27C MSI Optix MAG27CQ Curved Gaming Monitor Review - FunkyKit
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FunkyKit
Published: 10.06.2019
MSI Optix MAG27CQ Curved Gaming Monitor Review - FunkyKit

I’ve been using my trusted old 24-inch Dell monitor for the past 5 years. It’s been great, but now I think it’s time for an upgrade. I’ve been stubbornly holding back, from getting a new ...

MSI Optix MAG27C MSI Optix MAG271CQR Gaming Monitor Review: Vivid and Versatile
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 20.11.2019
MSI Optix MAG271CQR Gaming Monitor Review: Vivid and Versatile

MSI Optix MAG271CQR is a 144 Hz curved gaming monitor with QHD resolution, high-contrast VA, FreeSync and G-Sync compatibility, plus stylish RGB lighting.

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