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Release date: 21 Mar 2023
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MSI Optix MAG272CQP review

MSI Optix MAG272CQP. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: Wide Quad HD, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in USB hub, USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2). VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

CONQUER THE BATTLEFIELD

The MAG series was born through rigorous quality testing and designed to be a symbol of sturdiness and durability. Focused on providing the best user experience, the MAG series has a simple installation process coupled with a friendly user interface making it the best choice for entry level gamers.
Visualize your victory with MSI Optix MAG272CQP Curved Gamingâ„¢ monitor. Equipped with a 2560x 1440 WQHD, 165hz Refresh rate, 1ms response time panel, Optix MAG272CQP will give you the competitive edge you need to take down your opponents. Optix MAG272CQP also 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 Gamingâ„¢ monitor for competitive play.

165HZ REFRESH RATE +

1MS RESPONSE TIME

Optix monitors are equipped with a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time VA 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.

WIDTH MATTERS

The Optix series Curved gaming monitor feature a WQHD panel that supports resolution up to 2560x1440. This 16:9 panel allows gamers to examine bigger game scenes compared to other traditional FHD panels, and put them ahead of other competitors.

NIGHT VISION ENGAGED

Whether your entire screen is dark, or just a few portions have heavy shadows. Let the world's first smart black tuner brighten your day by bringing out the fine details in dark areas.

TRUE COLOR

The Optix MAG272CQP Cureved Gaming Monitor has more gamut coverage compared to general monitors. Gameplay colors and details will look more realistic and refined, to push immersion to its limits.

FROM EDGE TO EDGE

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.

178 DEGREES OF

WIDE VIEWING ANGLE

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.

THE MOST

VIVID DISPLAY

MSI Optix gaming monitor is equipped with HDR technology that can produce images with more details, wider range of colors, and look more similar to what is seen by the human eye when compared to traditional monitor.

TEAR FREE, STUTTER FREE

FLUID GAMING

Gaming shouldn't be a choice between choppy gameplay or broken frames. With MSI Optix series gaming monitors, it doesn't have to be. Get fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any framerate with AMD FreeSyncâ„¢ technology.

ANTI-FLICKER

TECHNOLOGY

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.

GAMING OSD APP ADVANTAGES

With the Gaming OSD (on screen display) app it is very easy to setup your gaming monitor. You don’t need use the buttons on the monitor and go through all the menu’s, just use your Keyboard and Mouse to configurate your monitor. The app even gives you hotkey options so you can switch settings between different games in a ease.

USB HUB

To activate additional USB ports and allow the mouse to be available for use on the GAMING OSD APP, don't forget to connect the monitor and your PC by the USB cable which you can find in the product accessory box. Enjoy the convenience of having extra ports and intuitive adjustment of the monitor settings with the mouse.

  • Curved Gaming display (1500R) – The best gameplay immersion
  • WQHD High Resolution – Game titles will even look better, displaying more details due to the WQHD (2560 x 1440) resolution
  • 165Hz Refresh Rate – Real smooth gaming
  • 1ms response time – eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • AMD FreeSyncâ„¢ Premium Technology – Tear free, stutter free, fluid gaming
  • Night Vision – See every detail clearly in the dark, helping you find and attack enemies before they notice
  • 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 MAG272CQP specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False

Weight & Dimensions

Height (without stand): 37.3 cm
Depth (without stand): 8.75 cm
Width (without stand): 61.1 cm
Weight (with stand): 6.7 kg
Height (with stand): 560 mm
Depth (with stand): 267 mm
Width (with stand): 611.5 mm

Packaging Data

Package weight: 9.8 kg
Package height: 620 mm
Package depth: 198 mm
Package width: 785 mm

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V

Ergonomics

Tilt angle range: -5 - 20°
Height adjustment: 13 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 100 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

Flicker-free technology: yes
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync: True
NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

Design

Frameless design: yes
Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Gaming

Ports & Interfaces

Headphone outputs: 1
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 1
HDMI: True
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity: 2
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode: True
Number of USB Type-B upstream ports quantity: 1
USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

Colour depth: 10 bit
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes
Viewable size, vertical: 33.6 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 59.7 cm
Vertical scan range: 48 - 165 Hz
Horizontal scan range: 70.56 - 214.56 kHz
Pixel pitch: 0.2331 x 0.2331 mm
Display number of colours: 1.073 billion colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 165 Hz
Contrast ratio (dynamic): 100000000:1
Contrast ratio (typical): 3000:1
Supported video modes: 1440p
Supported graphics resolutions: 2560 x 1440
Screen curvature rating: 1500R
Screen shape: Curved
Anti-glare screen: yes
HD type: Wide Quad HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 300 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")