Monitors / Comparison

MSI MAG401QR vs MSI Optix MAG321QR

Monitor · MSI

MSI MAG401QR

40″ · 3440×1440 · 155 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 76.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate65
Resolution88
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG321QR

31.5″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel80
Verdict

MSI MAG401QR and MSI Optix MAG321QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75.

  • Resolution: MSI MAG401QR leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG321QR leads (165 Hz vs 155 Hz).
Pick this

MSI MAG401QR

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG321QR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI MAG401QRMSI Optix MAG321QR
76Gear score75
40″Screen size31.5″
3440×1440Resolution2560×1440
155 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
≈ $379Estimated 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 MAG401QR or MSI Optix MAG321QR better?

MSI MAG401QR and MSI Optix MAG321QR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 75. Resolution: MSI MAG401QR leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG321QR leads (165 Hz vs 155 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG321QR leads (165 Hz vs 155 Hz).