Monitors / Comparison

MSI G242L E14 vs MSI Optix G271C E2

Monitor · MSI

MSI G242L E14

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 64.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate62
Resolution55
Panel80
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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 G242L E14 and MSI Optix G271C E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.

  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix G271C E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI Optix G271C E2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G242L E14MSI Optix G271C E2
64Gear score64
23.8″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
144 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
IPSPanelVA
≈ $80Estimated 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 G242L E14 or MSI Optix G271C E2 better?

MSI G242L E14 and MSI Optix G271C E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64. Refresh rate: MSI Optix G271C E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix G271C E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).