If you're on a tight budget and mainly engage in casual gaming, the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is a solid choice, offering a good gaming experience at a lower price point. However, the MSI G273QPF (IPS) has a higher screen resolution and size, which can enhance productivity and media consumption. For competitive gaming, the MSI's higher refresh rate and lower response time might give you an edge, but it's also more expensive. The MSI is not suitable for serious color work, so if photo editing is a priority, the Gigabyte would be a better option despite its smaller size and lower resolution. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS)
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the MSI G273QPF (IPS).
Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
4.9/10
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
92 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$140
$259
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has a price of $140 and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) costs $259.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.7/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI G273QPF (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
5.8/10
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.9 ms
48 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Thanks to its 27″ 1440p IPS panel with wide color gamut, the MSI G273QF delivers an immersive viewing experience, while the rapid 1ms GtG response time speed, FreeSync, MBR and 165Hz ensure buttery-smooth performance – all that at an appealing price!"
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