Monitors / Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS vs MSI MAG 274QRFW

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS

27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 78.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG 274QRFW

27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 78.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS and MSI MAG 274QRFW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 78 and 78.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACSMSI MAG 274QRFW
78Gear score78
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
180 HzRefresh rate180 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
1 msResponse time1 ms
≈ $267Estimated price≈ $260

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 XG27ACS or MSI MAG 274QRFW better?

ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS and MSI MAG 274QRFW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 78 and 78.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS ≈ $267, MSI MAG 274QRFW ≈ $260. Current prices vary by store.