MSI Optix MAG301CR2 vs MSI Optix MAG342CQ
MSI Optix MAG301CR2
29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VAMSI Optix MAG342CQ
34″ · 3440×1440 · 144 Hz · VAMSI Optix MAG301CR2 and MSI Optix MAG342CQ are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71.
- Resolution: MSI Optix MAG342CQ leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 144 Hz).
MSI Optix MAG301CR2
If you care most about refresh rate.
MSI Optix MAG342CQ
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI Optix MAG301CR2 | MSI Optix MAG342CQ | |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Gear score | 71 |
| 29.5″ | Screen size | 34″ |
| 2560×1080 | Resolution | 3440×1440 |
| 200 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| ≈ $265 | Estimated 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 Optix MAG301CR2 or MSI Optix MAG342CQ better?
MSI Optix MAG301CR2 and MSI Optix MAG342CQ are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71. Resolution: MSI Optix MAG342CQ leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 144 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 144 Hz).