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MSI Optix MPG27CQ

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User ratings:
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4.1 out of 5
37 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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3.9 out of 5
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Pros

  • OSD menu is very user-friendly and straightforward
  • build quality are superb
  • Fastest response time setting the monitor runs extremely well

Cons

  • there are only a handful of supported games
  • It s not just static lighting
  • its triangular shape is a little on the awkward side

Key specs

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

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MSI Optix MPG27CQ - Pros & Cons

MSI Optix MPG27CQ

Pros

  • OSD menu is very user-friendly and straightforward
  • build quality are superb
  • Fastest response time setting the monitor runs extremely well
  • Quality is decent: colours pop nicely
  • gaming performance is good and image quality is excellent
  • a very nice compromise between visual detail and smooth gaming
  • curved display panel and solid collection
  • It delivered strong performance in our lab testing
  • Viewing angles are also nice and wide
  • better-than-IPS contrast and strong color performance
  • great specs

Cons

  • there are only a handful of supported games
  • It s not just static lighting
  • its triangular shape is a little on the awkward side
  • it s expensive
  • the costs are too high
  • The rear ports are all downward facing
  • Brightness was also a tad lower than expected
  • plugging in flash drives and headphones
  • it was a bit confusing at first
  • two front legs were a bit too large and took up too much desk space
  • gaming performance is generally subjective

MSI Optix MPG27CQ - 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
400 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²
IconWeight
7600 g
Best:
BenQ GL2450HM
Weight: 0 g

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MSI Optix MPG27CQ - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size27.0 in
Brightness400.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Dimensions
Height adjustment4.72 in
Height (without stand)21.88 in
Depth (with stand)14.93 in
Width (with stand)24.09 in
Weight268.08 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 gamut (NTSC)100.0 %
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 mount100x100mm
Sync technologyAMD Freesync
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Panel designCurved
Built-in USB hubyes
Touchscreenno
Built-in camerano
Screen surfaceMatte
Built-in speakersno
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Connectivity
USB connectors (total)3
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portno
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity2
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI version2.0
Headphone outputyes
Microphone inputyes
Headphone outputs quantity1
VGA inno
Number of DisplayPort inputs1
DisplayPort version1.2
Type of DisplayPort connectorStandard
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Features
Ascendable and submersibleyes
Swivelyes
Tiltableyes
Memory card readerno
Cable lock slotyes
Flicker freeyes
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Power
Power consumption (typical)90.0 W

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MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI - Editorial Reviews (20)

3.9
Based on 20 reviews
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MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review: MSI Optix MPG27CQ
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HEXUS
Published: 15.03.2018
Review: MSI Optix MPG27CQ

RGB on a monitor? But of course.

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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 MPG27CQ 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 MPG27CQ MSI MPG27C Curved 144Hz Gaming Monitor Review | Introduction and Technical Specifications | GPU & Displays
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OC3D
Published: 16.05.2018
MSI MPG27C Curved 144Hz Gaming Monitor Review | Introduction and Technical Specifications | GPU & Displays

Introduction and Technical Specifications

MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ WHQD 144hz Curved Monitor Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 27.09.2018
MSI Optix MPG27CQ WHQD 144hz Curved Monitor Review | eTeknix

MSI Optix MPG27gCQ Tired of making compromises when it comes to your gaming display? Then it looks like MSI may have the perfect solution for you; the Optix MPG27CQ. Admittedly, not the most memorable product name ever, but the display is packed full of exciting technology that's sure to put a smile on your face. While Nvidia may have their 144Hz, 4K, HDR displays that cost well over £2000, us mere mortals need something more down to Earth. The Optix packs a stunning 144Hz panel, a 1440p resolution, curved display, RGB with GameSense, AdaptiveSync, and plenty of other features that

MSI Optix MPG27CQ 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 MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ Curved Monitor Review: Cool RGB Lighting, Enticing Price
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Tom's Guide
Published: 23.05.2019
MSI Optix MPG27CQ Curved Monitor Review: Cool RGB Lighting, Enticing Price
3.5

The MSI Optix MPG27CQ delivers all sorts of gaming-oriented capability, from a wide color gamut and fast response times to AMD FreeSync support and fancy lighting that's more than just eye candy.

MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review: A VA panel living in an IPS world...
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TOP NEW Review
Published: 17.09.2018
MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review: A VA panel living in an IPS world...
4.0

Picture a PC monitor, with high refresh rates, low response times, snazzy styling, and RGB mood lighting. Looks a lot like a new ROG gaming monitor from ASUS, right? Indeed it does, but it also describes MSI’s new Optix MPG27CQ. Read our MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review. Specifications Verdict The MPG27CQ arrives slap bang into the sweet spot […]

MSI Optix MPG27CQ Review | MSI Optix MPG27CQ 144Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
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TechPorn
Published: 07.09.2018
Review | MSI Optix MPG27CQ 144Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
4.2

On this review, we are taking a look at the MSI Optix MPG27CQ gaming monitor. A 144Hz curved display with RGB lighting front and back. We’ve seen it first at COMPUTEX 2018, having mixed thoug…

MSI Optix MPG27CQ 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 MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ
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ProductReview.com.au
Published: 07.10.2019
MSI Optix MPG27CQ

MSI Optix MPG27CQ (Monitor): 5 out of 5 stars from 2 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27CQ monitor review: Responsive FreeSync PC gaming and smart RGB lighting
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Windows Central
Published: 15.09.2018
MSI Optix MPG27CQ monitor review: Responsive FreeSync PC gaming and smart RGB lighting
4.0

Even if you're not a fan of RGB lighting, this MSI display may surprise you.

MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI Optix MPG27C RGB Gaming Monitor Review
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KitGuru
Published: 25.05.2018
MSI Optix MPG27C RGB Gaming Monitor Review

It seems you can’t swing a cat in the average PC enthusiast hardware store these days without hittin

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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.

MSI Optix MPG27CQ MSI MPG27CQ Review – Curved QHD Gaming Monitor with PrismSync RGB and SteelSeries...
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MonitorNerds | Gaming Monitor Reviews
Published: 24.07.2018
MSI MPG27CQ Review – Curved QHD Gaming Monitor with PrismSync RGB and SteelSeries...
4.7

The MSI MGP27CQ, one of the most popular gaming monitors at CES 2018 is now available to provide fantastic gaming visuals and features for enthusiasts

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