MSI G242C vs Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA
Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA
43″ · 3840×1200 · 120 Hz · VAMSI G242C and Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.
- Resolution: Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA leads (3840×1200 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).
MSI G242C
If you care most about refresh rate.
Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI G242C | Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA | |
|---|---|---|
| 64 | Gear score | 64 |
| 23.6″ | Screen size | 43″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 3840×1200 |
| 170 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| — | Response time | 5 ms |
| ≈ $179 | 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 MSI G242C or Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA better?
MSI G242C and Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64. Resolution: Samsung LC43J890DKNXZA leads (3840×1200 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).