Monitors / Comparison

MSI MAG 345CQR vs MSI Optix MPG341QR

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 MPG341QR

34″ · 3440×1440 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate62
Resolution88
Panel80
Verdict

MSI MAG 345CQR and MSI Optix MPG341QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75.

  • Refresh rate: MSI MAG 345CQR leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI MAG 345CQR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI MAG 345CQRMSI Optix MPG341QR
76Gear score75
34″Screen size34″
3440×1440Resolution3440×1440
180 HzRefresh rate144 Hz
VAPanelIPS
≈ $310Estimated 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 MAG 345CQR or MSI Optix MPG341QR better?

MSI MAG 345CQR and MSI Optix MPG341QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75. Refresh rate: MSI MAG 345CQR leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI MAG 345CQR leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz).