Monitors / Comparison

MSI MAG 242C vs MSI Modern MD342CQP

Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG 242C

23.6″ · 1920×1080 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 65.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate72
Resolution55
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Modern MD342CQP

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

MSI MAG 242C and MSI Modern MD342CQP are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65.

  • Resolution: MSI Modern MD342CQP leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI MAG 242C leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Pick this

MSI MAG 242C

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI Modern MD342CQP

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI MAG 242CMSI Modern MD342CQP
65Gear score65
23.6″Screen size34″
1920×1080Resolution3440×1440
180 HzRefresh rate120 Hz
VAPanelVA
—Response time4 ms
≈ $120Estimated price≈ $280

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 MAG 242C or MSI Modern MD342CQP better?

MSI MAG 242C and MSI Modern MD342CQP are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 65 and 65. Resolution: MSI Modern MD342CQP leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI MAG 242C leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI MAG 242C leads (180 Hz vs 120 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: MSI MAG 242C ≈ $120, MSI Modern MD342CQP ≈ $280. Current prices vary by store.