Monitors / Comparison

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M vs MSI Optix MAG281URF

Monitor · MSI

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M

27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 81.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate67
Resolution100
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG281URF

27.9″ · 3840×2160 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 80.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate62
Resolution100
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M and MSI Optix MAG281URF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80.

  • Refresh rate: MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M leads (160 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16MMSI Optix MAG281URF
81Gear score80
27″Screen size27.9″
3840×2160Resolution3840×2160
160 HzRefresh rate144 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
—Response time1 ms

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 MPG 274URDFW E16M or MSI Optix MAG281URF better?

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M and MSI Optix MAG281URF are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80. Refresh rate: MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M leads (160 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M leads (160 Hz vs 144 Hz).