ASUS PA279Q vs MSI PRO MP242
ASUS PA279Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 60 Hz · IPS · 2014ASUS PA279Q and MSI PRO MP242 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 48 and 48.
- Resolution: ASUS PA279Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242 leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).
ASUS PA279Q
If you care most about resolution.
MSI PRO MP242
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS PA279Q | MSI PRO MP242 | |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | Gear score | 48 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 23.8″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 75 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 6 ms | Response time | — |
| 2014 | Release year | — |
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 PA279Q or MSI PRO MP242 better?
ASUS PA279Q and MSI PRO MP242 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 48 and 48. Resolution: ASUS PA279Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242 leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242 leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).