Monitors / Comparison
ASUS MG279Q vs MSI Optix MPG27CQ
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS MG279Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate62
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time60
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MPG27CQ
27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · VAVery good
Refresh rate62
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict
ASUS MG279Q and MSI Optix MPG27CQ are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71.
- Response time: MSI Optix MPG27CQ leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
Pick this
MSI Optix MPG27CQ
If you care most about response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS MG279Q | MSI Optix MPG27CQ | |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | Gear score | 71 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 144 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | VA |
| 4 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
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 MG279Q or MSI Optix MPG27CQ better?
ASUS MG279Q and MSI Optix MPG27CQ are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71. Response time: MSI Optix MPG27CQ leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
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