Monitors / Comparison

MSI PRO MP242A E2 vs ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD

Monitor · MSI

MSI PRO MP242A E2

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 120 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 59.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate50
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time60
VS
Monitor · ViewSonic

ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD

27″ · 2560×1440 · 100 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 59.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate40
Resolution80
Panel66
Verdict

MSI PRO MP242A E2 and ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 59 and 59.

  • Resolution: ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242A E2 leads (120 Hz vs 100 Hz).
Pick this

MSI PRO MP242A E2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI PRO MP242A E2ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD
59Gear score59
23.8″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution2560×1440
120 HzRefresh rate100 Hz
IPSPanelVA
4 msResponse time—
≈ $110Estimated price≈ $180

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 PRO MP242A E2 or ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD better?

MSI PRO MP242A E2 and ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 59 and 59. Resolution: ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242A E2 leads (120 Hz vs 100 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI PRO MP242A E2 leads (120 Hz vs 100 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: MSI PRO MP242A E2 ≈ $110, ViewSonic VA2715-2K-MHD ≈ $180. Current prices vary by store.