Monitors / Comparison
HP ZR2040w vs MSI PRO MP221
Monitor · HP
HP ZR2040w
20″ · 1600×900 · 60 Hz · IPSEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution36
Panel80
Response time37
VS
Monitor · MSI
MSI PRO MP221
21.5″ · 1920×1080 · 60 Hz · TNEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution55
Panel50
Verdict
HP ZR2040w and MSI PRO MP221 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 38 and 36.
- Resolution: MSI PRO MP221 leads (1920×1080 vs 1600×900).
Pick this
MSI PRO MP221
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| HP ZR2040w | MSI PRO MP221 | |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | Gear score | 36 |
| 20″ | Screen size | 21.5″ |
| 1600×900 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | TN |
| 7 ms | Response time | — |
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 HP ZR2040w or MSI PRO MP221 better?
HP ZR2040w and MSI PRO MP221 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 38 and 36. Resolution: MSI PRO MP221 leads (1920×1080 vs 1600×900).