Monitors / Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR vs MSI Optix MAG274QRF
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR
49″ · 5120×1440 · 165 Hz · VAVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution97
Panel66
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MAG274QRF
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76.
- Resolution: ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR leads (5120×1440 vs 2560×1440).
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ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR | MSI Optix MAG274QRF | |
|---|---|---|
| 77 | Gear score | 76 |
| 49″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 5120×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 165 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| VA | Panel | IPS |
| — | Response time | 1 ms |
| — | Estimated 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 XG49WCR or MSI Optix MAG274QRF better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76. Resolution: ASUS ROG Strix XG49WCR leads (5120×1440 vs 2560×1440).
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