Monitors / Comparison

MSI MAG 345CQR vs MSI Optix MAG301RF

Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG 345CQR

34″ · 3440×1440 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 76.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution88
Panel66
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301RF

29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

MSI MAG 345CQR and MSI Optix MAG301RF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75.

  • Resolution: MSI MAG 345CQR leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301RF leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz).
Pick this

MSI MAG 345CQR

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301RF

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI MAG 345CQRMSI Optix MAG301RF
76Gear score75
34″Screen size29.5″
3440×1440Resolution2560×1080
180 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
VAPanelIPS
—Response time1 ms
≈ $310Estimated price≈ $325

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 345CQR or MSI Optix MAG301RF better?

MSI MAG 345CQR and MSI Optix MAG301RF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75. Resolution: MSI MAG 345CQR leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301RF leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301RF leads (200 Hz vs 180 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: MSI MAG 345CQR ≈ $310, MSI Optix MAG301RF ≈ $325. Current prices vary by store.