Monitors / Comparison

MSI G27CQ4 E2 vs MSI MAG 275F

Monitor · MSI

MSI G27CQ4 E2

27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate69
Resolution80
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG 275F

27″ · 1920×1080 · 180 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time97
Verdict

MSI G27CQ4 E2 and MSI MAG 275F are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.

  • Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI MAG 275F leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).
Pick this

MSI G27CQ4 E2

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI MAG 275F

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G27CQ4 E2MSI MAG 275F
72Gear score72
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution1920×1080
170 HzRefresh rate180 Hz
VAPanelIPS
—Response time0.5 ms
≈ $195Estimated price≈ $150

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 G27CQ4 E2 or MSI MAG 275F better?

MSI G27CQ4 E2 and MSI MAG 275F are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI MAG 275F leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI MAG 275F leads (180 Hz vs 170 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: MSI G27CQ4 E2 ≈ $195, MSI MAG 275F ≈ $150. Current prices vary by store.