ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN vs MSI Optix MAG281URF
ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 360 Hz · IPSMSI Optix MAG281URF
27.9″ · 3840×2160 · 144 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Swift PG259QN and MSI Optix MAG281URF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 80 and 80.
- Resolution: MSI Optix MAG281URF leads (3840×2160 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN leads (360 Hz vs 144 Hz).
ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN
If you care most about refresh rate.
MSI Optix MAG281URF
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN | MSI Optix MAG281URF | |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | Gear score | 80 |
| 24.5″ | Screen size | 27.9″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 360 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $800 | 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 Swift PG259QN or MSI Optix MAG281URF better?
ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN and MSI Optix MAG281URF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 80 and 80. Resolution: MSI Optix MAG281URF leads (3840×2160 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN leads (360 Hz vs 144 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN leads (360 Hz vs 144 Hz).