If you're on a budget and mainly involved in casual gaming and productivity, the MSI G273QPF (IPS) could be a solid choice with good performance. It has a fair balance for both gaming and general use, but its picture quality in HDR and color performance won't be as vibrant as higher-priced models. On the other hand, if you're willing to invest more, especially for competitive gaming and media consumption with best-in-class visuals, the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) offers superior color accuracy and contrast. It excels in almost all visual aspects, including HDR content and print photo editing, making it suitable for professional use as well as immersive gaming and movie-watching experiences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
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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
6.0/10
10.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
1249:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
316 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
10.0/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
6.9 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 360 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
316 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1249:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
316 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$244
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) has a price of $244 and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The MSI G273QPF (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 MSI G273QPF (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.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.2/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are both only fair for productivity.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the MSI G273QPF (IPS) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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How the MSI G273QPF (IPS) and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) 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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