Monitors / Comparison

Gigabyte S55U vs MSI Optix MAG301CR

Monitor · Gigabyte

Gigabyte S55U

54.6″ · 3840×2160 · 120 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate50
Resolution100
Panel66
Response time78
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301CR

30″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel66
Verdict

Gigabyte S55U and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70.

  • Resolution: Gigabyte S55U leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Pick this

Gigabyte S55U

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301CR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Gigabyte S55UMSI Optix MAG301CR
71Gear score70
54.6″Screen size30″
3840×2160Resolution2560×1080
120 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
VAPanelVA
2 msResponse time—
≈ $1,340Estimated price≈ $580

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 S55U or MSI Optix MAG301CR better?

Gigabyte S55U and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70. Resolution: Gigabyte S55U leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Gigabyte S55U ≈ $1,340, MSI Optix MAG301CR ≈ $580. Current prices vary by store.