Monitors / Comparison
ASUS MG278Q vs MSI Optix G241
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS MG278Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · TNGood
Refresh rate62
Resolution80
Panel50
Response time90
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix G241
23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 144 Hz · IPSGood
Refresh rate62
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict
ASUS MG278Q and MSI Optix G241 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 67.
- Resolution: ASUS MG278Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
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ASUS MG278Q
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS MG278Q | MSI Optix G241 | |
|---|---|---|
| 67 | Gear score | 67 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 23.8″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 144 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| TN | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $600 | Estimated price | — |
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 ASUS MG278Q or MSI Optix G241 better?
ASUS MG278Q and MSI Optix G241 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 67. Resolution: ASUS MG278Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
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