Monitors / Comparison

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B vs MSI Optix MAG272CQR

Monitor · ASRock

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B

27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 73.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG272CQR

27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 73.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73.

  • Refresh rate: ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1BMSI Optix MAG272CQR
73Gear score73
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
180 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
VAPanelVA
—Response time1 ms
≈ $150Estimated 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 ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B or MSI Optix MAG272CQR better?

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73. Refresh rate: ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QRT1B ≈ $150, MSI Optix MAG272CQR ≈ $380. Current prices vary by store.