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ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV vs MSI Optix MAG274QRF

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV

27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 77.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate69
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG274QRF

27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 76.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76.

  • Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQVMSI Optix MAG274QRF
77Gear score76
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
170 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
1 msResponse time1 ms
≈ $349Estimated price≈ $299

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 XG27AQV or MSI Optix MAG274QRF better?

ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76. Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQV ≈ $349, MSI Optix MAG274QRF ≈ $299. Current prices vary by store.