MSI Optix MAG301CR2 vs Samsung C27HG70
MSI Optix MAG301CR2
29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VASamsung C27HG70
26.9″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · VAMSI Optix MAG301CR2 and Samsung C27HG70 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71.
- Resolution: Samsung C27HG70 leads (2560×1440 vs 2560×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 144 Hz).
MSI Optix MAG301CR2
If you care most about refresh rate.
Samsung C27HG70
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI Optix MAG301CR2 | Samsung C27HG70 | |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Gear score | 71 |
| 29.5″ | Screen size | 26.9″ |
| 2560×1080 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 200 Hz | Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| — | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $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 Samsung C27HG70 better?
MSI Optix MAG301CR2 and Samsung C27HG70 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71. Resolution: Samsung C27HG70 leads (2560×1440 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).