ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ vs MSI Optix MAG272CQR
ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ
64.5″ · 3840×2160 · 144 Hz · VAMSI Optix MAG272CQR
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VAASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73.
- Resolution: ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).
- Response time: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ
If you care most about resolution.
MSI Optix MAG272CQR
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ | MSI Optix MAG272CQR | |
|---|---|---|
| 73 | Gear score | 73 |
| 64.5″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 3840×2160 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 144 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| 4 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $380 |
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 PG65UQ or MSI Optix MAG272CQR better?
ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73. Resolution: ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz). Response time: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).