Monitors / Comparison

ASUS TUF GAMING VG247Q1A vs MSI Optix MAG245R2

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS TUF GAMING VG247Q1A

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 63.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate68
Resolution55
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG245R2

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 170 Hz
GEAR SCORE 63.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate69
Resolution55
Verdict

ASUS TUF GAMING VG247Q1A and MSI Optix MAG245R2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 63 and 63.

  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG245R2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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MSI Optix MAG245R2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS TUF GAMING VG247Q1AMSI Optix MAG245R2
63Gear score63
23.8″Screen size23.8″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
165 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
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≈ $149Estimated 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 TUF GAMING VG247Q1A or MSI Optix MAG245R2 better?

ASUS TUF GAMING VG247Q1A and MSI Optix MAG245R2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 63 and 63. Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG245R2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG245R2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).