ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A vs MSI MAG 274UPF E2
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A
27″ · 2560×1440 · 210 Hz · Fast IPSMSI MAG 274UPF E2
27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPSASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A and MSI MAG 274UPF E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.
- Resolution: MSI MAG 274UPF E2 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A leads (210 Hz vs 160 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A leads (0.3 ms vs 0.5 ms).
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
MSI MAG 274UPF E2
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A | MSI MAG 274UPF E2 | |
|---|---|---|
| 82 | Gear score | 82 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 210 Hz | Refresh rate | 160 Hz |
| Fast IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 0.3 ms | Response time | 0.5 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $350 |
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 VG27AQ5A or MSI MAG 274UPF E2 better?
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A and MSI MAG 274UPF E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82. Resolution: MSI MAG 274UPF E2 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A leads (210 Hz vs 160 Hz). Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A leads (0.3 ms vs 0.5 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ5A leads (210 Hz vs 160 Hz).