ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM vs MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM
27″ · 2560×1440 · 270 Hz · IPSMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
26.5″ · 3840×2160 · 165 Hz · OLEDASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM and MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 86.
- Resolution: MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 165 Hz).
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM
If you care most about refresh rate.
MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM | MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 | |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | Gear score | 86 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 26.5″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 270 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | OLED |
| 0.5 ms | Response time | — |
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 XG27AQM or MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM and MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 86. Resolution: MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 165 Hz).