Monitors / Comparison
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ vs MSI Optix MAG321QR
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MAG321QR
31.5″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Verdict
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ and MSI Optix MAG321QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ | MSI Optix MAG321QR | |
|---|---|---|
| 76 | Gear score | 75 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 31.5″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 165 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | — |
| ≈ $249 | 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 TUF Gaming VG27AQ or MSI Optix MAG321QR better?
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ and MSI Optix MAG321QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75.
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