Monitors / Comparison

KTC H27E22P vs MSI Optix MAG272CQR

Monitor · KTC

KTC H27E22P

27″ · 1920×1080 · 280 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 73.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate89
Resolution55
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG272CQR

27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 73.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict

KTC H27E22P and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73.

  • Resolution: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: KTC H27E22P leads (280 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this

KTC H27E22P

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG272CQR

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

KTC H27E22PMSI Optix MAG272CQR
73Gear score73
27″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution2560×1440
280 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
VAPanelVA
—Response time1 ms
≈ $155Estimated price≈ $380

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 KTC H27E22P or MSI Optix MAG272CQR better?

KTC H27E22P and MSI Optix MAG272CQR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 73 and 73. Resolution: MSI Optix MAG272CQR leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: KTC H27E22P leads (280 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: KTC H27E22P leads (280 Hz vs 165 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: KTC H27E22P ≈ $155, MSI Optix MAG272CQR ≈ $380. Current prices vary by store.