ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS vs MSI MAG 255F E20
ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS
27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · VAMSI MAG 255F E20
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 200 Hz · Rapid IPSASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS and MSI MAG 255F E20 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 74.
- Resolution: ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI MAG 255F E20 leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz).
- Response time: MSI MAG 255F E20 leads (0.5 ms vs 1 ms).
ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS
If you care most about resolution.
MSI MAG 255F E20
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS | MSI MAG 255F E20 | |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | Gear score | 74 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 24.5″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 180 Hz | Refresh rate | 200 Hz |
| VA | Panel | Rapid IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 0.5 ms |
| ≈ $278 | 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 XG27WCS or MSI MAG 255F E20 better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS and MSI MAG 255F E20 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 74. Resolution: ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI MAG 255F E20 leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz). Response time: MSI MAG 255F E20 leads (0.5 ms vs 1 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI MAG 255F E20 leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz).