MSI MEG 342C QD OLED vs MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED
MSI MEG 342C QD OLED
34.2″ · 3440×1440 · 175 Hz · QD-OLEDMSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED
49″ · 5120×1440 · 144 Hz · OLEDMSI MEG 342C QD OLED and MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 84.
- Resolution: MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED leads (5120×1440 vs 3440×1440).
- Refresh rate: MSI MEG 342C QD OLED leads (175 Hz vs 144 Hz).
- Response time: MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED leads (0.03 ms vs 0.1 ms).
MSI MEG 342C QD OLED
If you care most about refresh rate.
MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED
If you care most about resolution, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI MEG 342C QD OLED | MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED | |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | Gear score | 84 |
| 34.2″ | Screen size | 49″ |
| 3440×1440 | Resolution | 5120×1440 |
| 175 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| QD-OLED | Panel | OLED |
| 0.1 ms | Response time | 0.03 ms |
| ≈ $1,030 | Estimated price | ≈ $850 |
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 MEG 342C QD OLED or MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED better?
MSI MEG 342C QD OLED and MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 84. Resolution: MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED leads (5120×1440 vs 3440×1440). Refresh rate: MSI MEG 342C QD OLED leads (175 Hz vs 144 Hz). Response time: MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED leads (0.03 ms vs 0.1 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI MEG 342C QD OLED leads (175 Hz vs 144 Hz).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: MSI MEG 342C QD OLED ≈ $1,030, MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED ≈ $850. Current prices vary by store.