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MSI G27CQ4 E2 vs ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI

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 · ViewSonic

ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI

27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate62
Resolution80
Panel80
Verdict

MSI G27CQ4 E2 and ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.

  • Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI G27CQ4 E2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI G27CQ4 E2ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI
72Gear score72
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
170 HzRefresh rate144 Hz
VAPanelIPS
≈ $195Estimated 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 ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI better?

MSI G27CQ4 E2 and ViewSonic XG2705-2K OMNI are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).