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Release date: Feb. 18, 2018
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MSI MAG27C review

MSI MAG27C. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, HD type: Full HD, Display technology: LED. Display: LED. 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

Bring you’re A-game with the Optix MAG27C curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 1920x1080 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time VA panel, the Optix MAG27C will help you see your opponents and aim with ease. Built with Adaptive Sync technology, the MAG27C 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.

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.

CURVED DISPLAYS

Seamless curvature for the most immersive gaming experience

FLAT DISPLAYS

Broken lines with sharp angles that break immersion

CURVED FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE

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.

144HZ REFRESH RATE + 1MS RESPONSE TIME

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 BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS

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.

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.

BLUE LIGHT REDUCTION

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.

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.

TRUE COLOR

The Optix Series Gaming Monitor has at least 20% more gamut coverage compared to general monitors. Gameplay colors and details will look more realistic and refined, to push immersion to its limits.

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.

SMOOTH OUT YOUR GAMEPLAY WITH ADAPTIVE SYNC

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.

TAILORED FOR THE PERFECT FIT

The MSI Optix Gaming monitor is built to enhance your gaming sessions to be as comfortable as possible. With adjustments to tilt, swivel, and height, easily change the position of the gaming monitor for maximum ergonomics and optimum viewing experience.

MSI MAG27C specs

Other Features

TV tuner integrated: no
On/off switch: yes
Display: LED

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 5.83 kg
Height (without stand): 45.1 cm
Depth (without stand): 23.9 cm
Width (without stand): 61.9 cm

Packaging Data

Package weight: 8.1 kg

Power

AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (typical): 48 W

Ergonomics

Plug and Play: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Tilt angle range: -5 - 15°
Tiltable: True
Swivel angle range: -30 - 30°
Swivelling: True
Height adjustment: 6.5 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 75 x 75 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

Design

Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Gaming

Multimedia

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

Thin Client

Thin client installed: no

Ports & Interfaces

DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 1
DVI port: yes
Built-in USB hub: no

Display

NTSC coverage (typical): 85%
sRGB coverage (typical): 110%
RGB colour space: sRGB
Pixel pitch: 0.3114 x 0.3114 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: 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080)
Screen curvature: 180 cm
Screen curvature rating: 1800R
Screen shape: Curved
Display surface: Matt
Display technology: LED
HD type: Full HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 250 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")