Monitors / Comparison

MSI Optix G274R vs MSI Optix MAG272C

Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix G274R

27″ · 1920×1080 · 170 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 67.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate69
Resolution55
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG272C

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

MSI Optix G274R and MSI Optix MAG272C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 66.

  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix G274R leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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MSI Optix G274R

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI Optix G274RMSI Optix MAG272C
67Gear score66
27″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
170 HzRefresh rate165 Hz
IPSPanelVA
—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 Optix G274R or MSI Optix MAG272C better?

MSI Optix G274R and MSI Optix MAG272C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 66. Refresh rate: MSI Optix G274R leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix G274R leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).