The MSI MAG 341CQP is a phenomenal choice for HDR gaming and media consumption because of its excellent contrast and color performance, as well as its wide, immersive display that's ideal for productive tasks and cinematic experiences. However, for competitive gaming, the MSI MPG 271QRX stands out with its higher refresh rate to ensure smoother gameplay, which can be crucial for fast-paced action. Both monitors provide stunning visual quality, but if you prioritize a more expansive screen for work and immersion, the MAG 341CQP could be your pick; whereas for sheer gaming performance, especially in competitive scenarios, the MPG 271QRX would be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED)
The MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) has no clear advantages over the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
10.0/10
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 175 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 MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
10.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.3 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.9/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) to be only fair for productivity, while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.8/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
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 MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are both best in class for media consumption.
Cost
$800
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) has a price of $800 and the MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
Yes
Both the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and MSI MPG 271QRX (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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