ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN vs MSI MAG 274URFW
ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 380 Hz · IPSMSI MAG 274URFW
27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Strix XG259QN and MSI MAG 274URFW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.
- Resolution: MSI MAG 274URFW leads (3840×2160 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN leads (380 Hz vs 160 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN leads (0.3 ms vs 0.5 ms).
ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
MSI MAG 274URFW
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN | MSI MAG 274URFW | |
|---|---|---|
| 82 | Gear score | 82 |
| 24.5″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 380 Hz | Refresh rate | 160 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 0.3 ms | Response time | 0.5 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $350 |
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 XG259QN or MSI MAG 274URFW better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN and MSI MAG 274URFW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82. Resolution: MSI MAG 274URFW leads (3840×2160 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN leads (380 Hz vs 160 Hz). Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN leads (0.3 ms vs 0.5 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259QN leads (380 Hz vs 160 Hz).