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MSI Optix MAG270CR review

MSI Optix MAG270CR. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, HD type: Full HD, Display technology: LCD, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in USB hub, USB hub version: 2.0. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

Optix MAG270CR

Bring you’re A-game with the Optix MAG270CR curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 1920x1080 resolution, 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time VA panel, the Optix MAG270CR will help you see your opponents and aim with ease. Built with AMD® Adaptive Sync technology, the MAG270CR 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.

SIZE MATTERS

Bring you're A-game with the Optix MAG270CR curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 1920x1080 resolution, 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time VA panel, the Optix MAG270CR will help you see your opponents and aim with ease. Built with Adaptive Sync technology, the MAG270CR 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.

FROM EDGE TO EDGE

With the super narrow bezels, the images simply extend through monitors without harsh breaks in between, making the best immersive experience possible in a multi-monitor setup.

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.

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

Common monitors flickers around 200 times per second. Though unnoticeable to the naked eyes, the flickering may cause eye-fatigue over time. MSI Anti-Flicker technology, by reducing the amount of flickering, will keep gamers’ eyes comfortable over long periods of gaming.

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

The MSI Optix series is optimized with all of MSI’s latest gaming desktop systems. Through the MSI gaming center that is pre-loaded with MSI gaming desktops, you can choose between 7 different visual modes to enhance gameplay, media viewing, or even general computing.

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.

ENJOY SMOOTH GAMEPLAY WITH

Optix monitors are built with AMD® FreeSync technology to achieve the smooth visuals for your gameplay. AMD® FreeSync technology will sync your monitors refresh rate with your AMD® GPU to eliminates the screen tearing or stuttering. The ultra-smooth and lag-free visuals that FreeSync provide will allow you to enjoy the game the way it is meant to be enjoyed.

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.

  • 68.6cm (27") Full HD 1920 x 1080 VA
  • 1ms, 16:9, 250cd/m², 3000:1
  • USB, HDMI, DisplayPort

MSI Optix MAG270CR specs

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 5.7 kg
Height (without stand): 57.5 cm
Depth (without stand): 23 cm
Width (without stand): 61.1 cm

Packaging Data

Package weight: 8.3 kg

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (typical): 60 W
Energy efficiency class (SDR): G

Ergonomics

On Screen Display (OSD): True
Tilt angle range: -5 - 18°
Tiltable: True
Swivel angle range: -30 - 30°
Swivelling: True
Height adjustment: 6.2 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: IBM
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 100 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Design

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

Multimedia

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

Ports & Interfaces

Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.4
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
DVI port: no
Number of upstream ports: 1
USB upstream port type: USB Type-B
USB hub version: 2.0
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

sRGB coverage (typical): 115%
Colour gamut: 91%
RGB colour space: DCI-P3
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 165 Hz
Viewable size, vertical: 33.6 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 59.7 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.3114 x 0.3114 mm
Display number of colours: 16.78 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 165 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 rating: 1800R
Screen shape: Curved
Anti-glare screen: yes
Display technology: LCD
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")