Monitors / Comparison

BenQ EX270M vs MSI Optix MAG301RF

Monitor · BenQ

BenQ EX270M

27″ · 1920×1080 · 240 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate86
Resolution55
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301RF

29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

BenQ EX270M and MSI Optix MAG301RF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75.

  • Resolution: MSI Optix MAG301RF leads (2560×1080 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 200 Hz).
Pick this

BenQ EX270M

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301RF

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

BenQ EX270MMSI Optix MAG301RF
75Gear score75
27″Screen size29.5″
1920×1080Resolution2560×1080
240 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
—Response time1 ms
≈ $280Estimated price≈ $325

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 BenQ EX270M or MSI Optix MAG301RF better?

BenQ EX270M and MSI Optix MAG301RF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75. Resolution: MSI Optix MAG301RF leads (2560×1080 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 200 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 200 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: BenQ EX270M ≈ $280, MSI Optix MAG301RF ≈ $325. Current prices vary by store.