Monitors / Comparison
AOC Q27G4XY vs MSI Optix MAG272CQR
Monitor · AOC
AOC Q27G4XY
27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · Fast VAVery good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel66
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MAG272CQR
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VAVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict
AOC Q27G4XY and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73.
- Refresh rate: AOC Q27G4XY leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this
AOC Q27G4XY
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| AOC Q27G4XY | MSI Optix MAG272CQR | |
|---|---|---|
| 73 | Gear score | 73 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 180 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| Fast VA | Panel | VA |
| — | Response time | 1 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $380 |
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 Q27G4XY or MSI Optix MAG272CQR better?
AOC Q27G4XY and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73. Refresh rate: AOC Q27G4XY leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: AOC Q27G4XY leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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