Monitors / Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CM vs MSI Optix MAG251RX
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CM
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 240 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate86
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MAG251RX
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 240 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate86
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CM and MSI Optix MAG251RX are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 76.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG259CM | MSI Optix MAG251RX | |
|---|---|---|
| 76 | Gear score | 76 |
| 24.5″ | Screen size | 24.5″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 240 Hz | Refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $309 | 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 ROG Strix XG259CM or MSI Optix MAG251RX better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CM and MSI Optix MAG251RX are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 76.
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