Monitors / Comparison

ASRock PG27Q15R2A vs MSI Optix MAG301CR

Monitor · ASRock

ASRock PG27Q15R2A

27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301CR

30″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel66
Verdict

ASRock PG27Q15R2A and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70.

  • Resolution: ASRock PG27Q15R2A leads (2560×1440 vs 2560×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this

ASRock PG27Q15R2A

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301CR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASRock PG27Q15R2AMSI Optix MAG301CR
71Gear score70
27″Screen size30″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1080
165 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
VAPanelVA
≈ $157Estimated price≈ $580

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 ASRock PG27Q15R2A or MSI Optix MAG301CR better?

ASRock PG27Q15R2A and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70. Resolution: ASRock PG27Q15R2A leads (2560×1440 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASRock PG27Q15R2A ≈ $157, MSI Optix MAG301CR ≈ $580. Current prices vary by store.