If you prioritize a larger screen and 4K resolution, which enhances detail and workspace for productivity while also offering an immersive experience for media consumption, the Gigabyte FO32U2P with its 32-inch display is a good fit despite its higher price. Although, if high refresh rates for smoother gameplay in competitive gaming and saving money are more important, then the MSI MPG 271QRX with its superior refresh rate and smaller 27-inch screen is a suitable and more affordable option despite its lower resolution. Both monitors excel in color accuracy and contrast, making them great for HDR gaming and media. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED)
Good for productivity
Advantages of the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
6.8/10
10.0/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 360 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) is only fair.
Productivity
7.6/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is only fair.
Cost
$1,200
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,200 and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) costs $800.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
10.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Media Consumption
10.0/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are both best in class for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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