MSI G27CQ4 E2 vs Philips 34M1C5500VA
Philips 34M1C5500VA
34″ · 3440×1440 · 165 Hz · VAMSI G27CQ4 E2 and Philips 34M1C5500VA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.
- Resolution: Philips 34M1C5500VA leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
MSI G27CQ4 E2
If you care most about refresh rate.
Philips 34M1C5500VA
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI G27CQ4 E2 | Philips 34M1C5500VA | |
|---|---|---|
| 72 | Gear score | 72 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 34″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3440×1440 |
| 170 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| — | Response time | 4 ms |
| ≈ $195 | 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 G27CQ4 E2 or Philips 34M1C5500VA better?
MSI G27CQ4 E2 and Philips 34M1C5500VA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Resolution: Philips 34M1C5500VA leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).