Monitors / Comparison

MSI Optix G242 vs MSI Optix MAG272CR

Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix G242

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 67.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate62
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG272CR

27″ · 1920×1080 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 66.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate68
Resolution55
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict

MSI Optix G242 and MSI Optix MAG272CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 66.

  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI Optix MAG272CR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI Optix G242MSI Optix MAG272CR
67Gear score66
23.8″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
144 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
IPSPanelVA
1 msResponse 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 Optix G242 or MSI Optix MAG272CR better?

MSI Optix G242 and MSI Optix MAG272CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 66. Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG272CR leads (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).

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