Monitors / Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A vs MSI MAG 274UPF E2

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A

27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate67
Resolution100
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG 274UPF E2

27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate67
Resolution100
Panel80
Response time97
Verdict

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A and MSI MAG 274UPF E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.

  • Response time: MSI MAG 274UPF E2 leads (0.5 ms vs 1 ms).
Pick this

MSI MAG 274UPF E2

If you care most about response time.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1AMSI MAG 274UPF E2
82Gear score82
27″Screen size27″
3840×2160Resolution3840×2160
160 HzRefresh rate160 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
1 msResponse time0.5 ms
≈ $379Estimated 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 VG27UQ1A or MSI MAG 274UPF E2 better?

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A and MSI MAG 274UPF E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82. Response time: MSI MAG 274UPF E2 leads (0.5 ms vs 1 ms).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A ≈ $379, MSI MAG 274UPF E2 ≈ $350. Current prices vary by store.