Gigabyte M27U SA vs MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
Gigabyte M27U SA
27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPSMSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
37.5″ · 3840×1600 · 175 Hz · IPSGigabyte M27U SA and MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80.
- Resolution: Gigabyte M27U SA leads (3840×2160 vs 3840×1600).
- Refresh rate: MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus leads (175 Hz vs 160 Hz).
Gigabyte M27U SA
If you care most about resolution.
MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Gigabyte M27U SA | MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| 81 | Gear score | 80 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 37.5″ |
| 3840×2160 | Resolution | 3840×1600 |
| 160 Hz | Refresh rate | 175 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| ≈ $400 | Estimated price | — |
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 M27U SA or MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus better?
Gigabyte M27U SA and MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80. Resolution: Gigabyte M27U SA leads (3840×2160 vs 3840×1600). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus leads (175 Hz vs 160 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus leads (175 Hz vs 160 Hz).