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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a high-resolution, sharp image for productivity and print photo editing, the CoolerMaster GP27U with its 4K resolution could be a suitable choice for you. Still, for an immersive media consumption experience, especially in HDR gaming, the MSI MEG 342C's ultra-wide screen and superior contrast might be more appealing due to its OLED technology. The MSI also offers a wider color gamut, crucial for HDR video editing. For competitive gaming, the MSI's faster response time and slightly higher refresh rate provide an edge. However, for text clarity in office tasks, the CoolerMaster's matte coating and smaller screen size result in sharper text. Consider your primary use – productivity and photo work lean towards the CoolerMaster, while gaming and media consumption favor the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED)
- Best in class for productivity
- Very good text clarity
- Very good image clarity
- Very good brightness
Advantages of the MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Excellent for media consumption
- Best in class contrast
- Best in class color volume
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.0
9.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
446 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.5 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Competitive Gaming
5.9
5.1
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.4 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
9.8
5.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.0
9.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
446 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Cost
$770
$850
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $770 and the MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) costs $850.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and the MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) | MSI MEG 342C (QD-OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$770 | $850 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | MiniLED | OLED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | QD-OLED | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 576 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1072:1 | Inf:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 697 nits | 236 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 1550 nits | 446 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | Yes | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 95.1 % | 98.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.2 ms | 1.4 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 160 Hz | 20 - 175 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Glossy | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | February 2023
"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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