Monitors / Comparison

MSI G242C vs MSI Optix G271C E2

Monitor · MSI

MSI G242C

23.6″ · 1920×1080 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 64.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate69
Resolution55
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix G271C E2

27″ · 1920×1080 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 64.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate69
Resolution55
Panel66
Verdict

MSI G242C and MSI Optix G271C E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G242CMSI Optix G271C E2
64Gear score64
23.6″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
170 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
VAPanelVA
≈ $179Estimated 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 MSI G242C or MSI Optix G271C E2 better?

MSI G242C and MSI Optix G271C E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.