If high resolution and exceptional color accuracy for tasks like digital photo editing and print photo editing are priorities for you, the Asus PA329C (IPS) would be a suitable choice. However, for a vivid gaming experience and media consumption with superior contrast and responsiveness, the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) offers exceptional performance while being significantly less expensive. The MSI monitor also excels in competitive gaming due to its high refresh rate and low response time. If productivity is a key concern, the larger screen size and resolution of the Asus may be beneficial, but the MSI could still suffice for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA329C (IPS)
Good for productivity
Good text clarity
Advantages of the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
10.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
10.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
24 - 76 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 360 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.8/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
137 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is good for productivity, while the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$1,000
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Asus PA329C (IPS) has a price of $1,000 and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Asus PA329C (IPS) and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
"Even at 32 inches, it’s just five inches larger than most professional display monitors, the ASUS ProArt Display PA329CV monitor seems a lot bigger. The color accuracy on the unit I received was excellent, and viewing high-resolution image files on it was pleasing to the eyes. It’s Calman verified, so you can be assured of Hollywood studio-quality color straight out of the box. With multiple USB ports on the monitor and HDMI and USB-C connectivity options, it stands up to the well-established Benq PhotoVue series of monitors."
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