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Release date: 23 Mar 2019
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MSI Optix MAG27CQ review

MSI Optix MAG27CQ. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: Quad HD, Display technology: LCD, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black, Red

Bring you’re A-game with the Optix MAG27CQ curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 2560x1440 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time VA panel, the Optix MAG27CQ will help you see your opponents and aim with ease. Built with Adaptive Sync technology, the MAG27CQ can match the display’s refresh rate with your GPU for ultra-smooth gameplay. Make sure you can hit your mark with all the latest technologies built-in the MSI Curved Gaming monitors for competitive play.
The Optix Gaming Monitor houses a beautiful 27”curved VA display for maximum viewing pleasure. Compared to a 24” and 21” monitor, the Optix Gaming Monitor contains 26.5% and 65.3% more screen real-estate which gives you more space to work and more space to play.
With a super narrow bezel, enjoy the best immersion possible in the latest games with a multi-monitor 180 degree setup. Enjoy better continuity between screens while playing games, working, or general computing.
MSI gaming monitors use a curved display panel that has a curvature rate of 1800R, which is the most comfortable and suitable for a wide range of applications from general computing to gaming. Curved panels also help with gameplay immersion, making you feel more connected to the entire experience.
MSI gaming monitors are equipped with a 144hz refresh rate + 1ms response time VA LED panel which has the most benefit in fast moving game genres such as first person shooters, fighters, racing sims, real-time strategy, and sports. These type of games require very fast and precise movements, which an ultra-high refresh rate and fast response time monitor will put you ahead of your competition.
The MSI Optix series Gaming monitor features a 27” WQHD 2560x1440 resolution that allows for even finer details while playing the latest games or watching movies or videos. The Optix series Gaming monitor will bring your game textures, characters, and environments to the next level for a more realistic experience.
By having a large viewing angle, MSI gaming monitors has more leeway for placing your monitor in your setup without giving up the optimal viewing experience. Colors and details will stay sharp at more angles compared to other monitors with less viewing angles.
MSI gaming monitors are optimized to reduce the strain on your eyes by reducing the total amount of blue light displayed by the monitor to ensure you can game for longer periods of time without fatigue.
Generic monitor displays normally have a flicker-rate of about 200-times per second, which is unnoticeable to the naked eye, but can cause fatigue over time. MSI Anti-Flicker technology provides a very comfortable viewing experience by reducing the amount of flicker.

MSI GAMING DESKTOP INTEGRATION

Generic monitor displays normally have a flicker-rate of about 200-times per second, which is unnoticeable to the naked eye, but can cause fatigue over time. MSI Anti-Flicker technology provides a very comfortable viewing experience by reducing the amount of flicker.

ADJUST ON THE FLY

Easily adjust the monitor settings based on your specific game type. Choose from different viewing modes to create the perfect tailored experience for the type of game you are playing.

FPS FRONT SIGHT TOGGLE

Through the OSD, the Optix series Gaming monitor can enable a FPS front sight overlay to help your overall aim, especially in games that may have small or no crosshairs at all.
MSI Gaming monitors are built with Adaptive Sync technology to create the smoothest visuals for your gameplay. To do this, Adaptive Sync will sync your monitors refresh rate to your AMD® GPU, which helps to eliminate screen tearing or stuttering. Enjoy the game the way it was meant to be enjoyed with ultra-smooth, lag-free visuals. *Note: Adaptive Sync requires a compatible AMD® GPU to be enabled. For more information:

  • Curved Gaming display (1800R) – The best gameplay immersion
  • 1440p resolution – More pixels, sharper image
  • 144Hz Refresh Rate – Real smooth gaming
  • 1ms response time to eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • Gaming OSD App - Create the ultimate viewing settings for your game
  • True colors - NTSC 85% & sRGB 110%
  • AMD FreeSync™ Premium Technology - Tear free, stutter free, fluid gaming
  • Anti-Flicker and Less Blue Light – game even longer and prevent eye strain and fatique
  • Frameless design – Ultimate gameplay experience
  • 178° wide view angle

MSI Optix MAG27CQ specs

Other Features

TV tuner integrated: no
On/off switch: yes

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 5.83 kg
Height (without stand): 43.4 cm
Depth (without stand): 20.5 cm
Width (without stand): 61.2 cm

Packaging Data

Package weight: 8.1 kg

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (typical): 60 W

Ergonomics

On Screen Display (OSD): True
Tilt angle range: -5 - 20°
Tiltable: True
Height adjustment: 13 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot: no
Panel mounting interface: 75 x 75 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

VESA Adaptive Sync support: yes
AMD FreeSync: True

Design

Product colour: Black, Red
Market positioning: Gaming

Multimedia

Built-in camera: no
Built-in speaker(s): no

Ports & Interfaces

Audio input: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 1
HDMI: True
DVI-D ports quantity: 1
DVI port: yes
Built-in USB hub: no

Display

NTSC coverage (typical): 85%
sRGB coverage (typical): 110%
Viewable size, vertical: 33.6 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 59.7 cm
Vertical scan range: 48 - 144 Hz
Horizontal scan range: 56 - 214.56 kHz
Pixel pitch: 0.2331 x 0.2331 mm
3D: False
Display number of colours: 16.78 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 144 Hz
Contrast ratio (dynamic): 100000000:1
Contrast ratio (typical): 3000:1
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Supported graphics resolutions: 2560 x 1440
Screen curvature: 180 cm
Screen curvature rating: 1800R
Screen shape: Curved
Display surface: Matt
Backlight type: LED
Display technology: LCD
HD type: Quad HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 250 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")