Monitors / Comparison

AOC 27G4XE vs MSI G27CQ4 E2

Monitor · AOC

AOC 27G4XE

27″ · 1980×1080 · 180 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution56
Panel80
Response time97
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Monitor · MSI

MSI G27CQ4 E2

27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate69
Resolution80
Panel66
Verdict

AOC 27G4XE and MSI G27CQ4 E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.

  • Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1980×1080).
  • Refresh rate: AOC 27G4XE leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).
Pick this

AOC 27G4XE

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI G27CQ4 E2

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

AOC 27G4XEMSI G27CQ4 E2
72Gear score72
27″Screen size27″
1980×1080Resolution2560×1440
180 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
IPSPanelVA
0.5 msResponse time—
≈ $363Estimated price≈ $195

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is AOC 27G4XE or MSI G27CQ4 E2 better?

AOC 27G4XE and MSI G27CQ4 E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1980×1080). Refresh rate: AOC 27G4XE leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: AOC 27G4XE leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: AOC 27G4XE ≈ $363, MSI G27CQ4 E2 ≈ $195. Current prices vary by store.