Monitors / Comparison

Gigabyte G27F vs MSI G242C

Monitor · Gigabyte

Gigabyte G27F

27″ · 1920×1080 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 64.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate62
Resolution55
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI G242C

23.6″ · 1920×1080 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 64.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate69
Resolution55
Panel66
Verdict

Gigabyte G27F and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.

  • Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI G242C

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Gigabyte G27FMSI G242C
64Gear score64
27″Screen size23.6″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
144 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
IPSPanelVA
—Estimated price≈ $179

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 Gigabyte G27F or MSI G242C better?

Gigabyte G27F and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64. Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).