If you prioritize a sharp, clear picture for productivity and HDR gaming or media, the CoolerMaster GP27U, with its high-resolution and strong HDR performance, is both cost-effective and versatile. In contrast, for a wider screen and superior contrast, particularly for photo editing or more immersive gaming experiences, the MSI 45GS96QB's larger OLED display is exceptional, though at a higher price point. However, it's less suited for productivity tasks due to its lower resolution and text quality. Choose the CoolerMaster for a well-rounded, budget-friendly option or the MSI for specialized, high-contrast use and a more cinematic format. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED)
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Very good brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.0/10
9.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Productivity
9.8/10
2.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.0/10
5.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$770
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $770 and the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.9/10
5.9/10
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
The MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) and CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and the MSI 45GS96QB (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The Cooler Master Tempest GP27U leaves little to complain about. It delivers a stunning picture with high contrast, brightness, and vivid color. Professional-grade video processing means a superlative gaming experience. And it’s a little less expensive than the competition."
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