Monitors / Comparison
Gigabyte M27QS vs MSI Optix MAG274QRF
Monitor · Gigabyte
Gigabyte M27QS
27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel80
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI Optix MAG274QRF
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPSVery good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict
Gigabyte M27QS and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76.
- Refresh rate: Gigabyte M27QS leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this
Gigabyte M27QS
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Gigabyte M27QS | MSI Optix MAG274QRF | |
|---|---|---|
| 77 | Gear score | 76 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 180 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| — | Response time | 1 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $299 |
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 M27QS or MSI Optix MAG274QRF better?
Gigabyte M27QS and MSI Optix MAG274QRF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 76. Refresh rate: Gigabyte M27QS leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: Gigabyte M27QS leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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