MSI Optix MAG301CR3 vs Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA
MSI Optix MAG301CR3
29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VASamsung LS27CG512ENXZA
27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VAMSI Optix MAG301CR3 and Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71.
- Resolution: Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA leads (2560×1440 vs 2560×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR3 leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).
MSI Optix MAG301CR3
If you care most about refresh rate.
Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MSI Optix MAG301CR3 | Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA | |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Gear score | 71 |
| 29.5″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1080 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 200 Hz | Refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $314 |
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 MAG301CR3 or Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA better?
MSI Optix MAG301CR3 and Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 71. Resolution: Samsung LS27CG512ENXZA leads (2560×1440 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR3 leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR3 leads (200 Hz vs 165 Hz).