Monitors / Comparison

MSI G27C4 E3 vs MSI Modern MD342CQPW

Monitor · MSI

MSI G27C4 E3

27″ · 1920×1080 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 65.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate72
Resolution55
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Modern MD342CQPW

34″ · 3440×1440 · 120 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 65.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate50
Resolution88
Panel66
Response time60
Verdict

MSI G27C4 E3 and MSI Modern MD342CQPW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65.

  • Resolution: MSI Modern MD342CQPW leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI G27C4 E3 leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Pick this

MSI G27C4 E3

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI Modern MD342CQPW

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G27C4 E3MSI Modern MD342CQPW
65Gear score65
27″Screen size34″
1920×1080Resolution3440×1440
180 HzRefresh rate120 Hz
VAPanelVA
—Response time4 ms
≈ $258Estimated price≈ $340

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 G27C4 E3 or MSI Modern MD342CQPW better?

MSI G27C4 E3 and MSI Modern MD342CQPW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65. Resolution: MSI Modern MD342CQPW leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI G27C4 E3 leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI G27C4 E3 leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: MSI G27C4 E3 ≈ $258, MSI Modern MD342CQPW ≈ $340. Current prices vary by store.