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MSI Optix MAG27CQ

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4.1
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User ratings:
45
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.6 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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Pros

  • Image quality and performance are superb
  • Normal
  • Fast

Cons

  • no pivot function
  • Limited
  • stuttering Adaptive Sync Support FREE SYNC Tearing stuttering

Key specs

  • 2560, 1440 px
  • 144 Hz
  • LED
  • 1 ms
  • Curved
  • 27 in
  • 250 cd/m²
  • 16

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MSI Optix MAG27CQ - Pros & Cons

MSI Optix MAG27CQ

Pros

  • Image quality and performance are superb
  • Normal
  • Fast
  • and Fastest options
  • the display runs perfectly smooth
  • OSD menu is very user-friendly and straightforward
  • well-designed and intuitive
  • Build quality is high with good heft and a premium feel
  • in-depth reviews and helpful tips
  • The stand is very solid
  • Great design and an excellent RGB lighting system

Cons

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

MSI Optix MAG27CQ - 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

MSI - Video Reviews (7)

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MSI Optix MAG27CQ - 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 (min-max)< 434.1
Height (without stand)17.76 in
Height with stand17.09 in
Depth (with stand)9.41 in
Width (with stand)24.1 in
Weight205.65 oz
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Image properties
Maximum resolution2560 x 1440 px
Supported graphics resolutions2560x1440
Refresh rate144.0 Hz
HD typeWide Quad HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours
Colour depth (per channel)8.0 bit
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
Picture-in-Picture (PIP)no
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
HDRno
VESA mountyes
Type of VESA mount75x75mm
Sync technologyAMD Freesync
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Power
Energy efficiency classB
Connecting 9V/12V/14VNone
Operational power consumption48 - 60
Power consumption (standby)0.26 W
Power consumption (typical)60.0 W
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Red
Panel designCurved
Built-in USB hubno
Touchscreenno
Built-in camerano
Screen surfaceMatte
Built-in speakersno
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Connectivity
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)no
Composite inputno
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portyes
DVI-D ports quantity1
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI version1.4
Headphone outputyes
Headphone outputs quantity1
S-video inputno
Thunderboltno
USB for videono
VGA inno
Number of DisplayPort inputs1
DisplayPort version1.2
Type of DisplayPort connectorStandard
Ethernet LANno
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Features
Ascendable and submersibleno
Pivot functionno
Swivelyes
Tiltableyes
Memory card readerno
Cable lock slotno
Flicker freeyes
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Eco-labelling
EnergyStarno

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MSI Optix MAG27CQ MSI - Editorial Reviews (6)

3.6
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MSI Optix MAG27CQ 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 MAG27CQ 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 MAG27CQ 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 MAG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ Gaming Monitor Review: Color Curves, Calibration Conundrums
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 24.08.2018
MSI Optix MPG27CQ Gaming Monitor Review: Color Curves, Calibration Conundrums
3.5

MSI’s 27-inch Optix MPG27CQ monitor offers extended color, FreeSync and a 144Hz refresh rate with cool lighting effects and the promise of premium gaming.

MSI Optix MAG27CQ 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 MAG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review
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PCMAG
Published: 26.03.2019
MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review
3.5

With its high refresh rate and quick pixel response, the MSI Optix MPG27CQ is a good choice for high-performance esports gaming, but it lacks HDR and was only so-so in our video testing.

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