Monitors / Comparison

MSI G27C4 E3 vs Philips 34B2U5600C/00

Monitor · MSI

MSI G27C4 E3

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

Philips 34B2U5600C/00

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

MSI G27C4 E3 and Philips 34B2U5600C/00 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65.

  • Resolution: Philips 34B2U5600C/00 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

Philips 34B2U5600C/00

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G27C4 E3Philips 34B2U5600C/00
65Gear score65
27″Screen size34″
1920×1080Resolution3440×1440
180 HzRefresh rate120 Hz
VAPanelVA
—Response time4 ms
≈ $258Estimated price≈ $600

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 Philips 34B2U5600C/00 better?

MSI G27C4 E3 and Philips 34B2U5600C/00 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65. Resolution: Philips 34B2U5600C/00 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, Philips 34B2U5600C/00 ≈ $600. Current prices vary by store.