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Release date: May 28, 2019
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MSI Optix MAG321CQR computer monitor review

MSI Optix MAG321CQR. Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: Quad HD, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

Visualize your victory with the MSI Optix MAG321CQR curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 2560x1440, 144hz Refresh rate, 1ms response time panel, the Optix MAG321CQR will give you the competitive edge you need to take down your opponents. Built with FreeSync technology, the MAG321CQR 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.
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.
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.
Gaming OSD features Split Windows, allowing you to arrange the software you are using with few clicks, making you a great multitasker.
Customize and set up your own color scheme through the MSI GAMING APP. With MSI Mystic Light, the Optix MAG321CQR's RGB lights provide a soft ambient light that can easily be synced with any other Mystic Light enabled gaming product. Select any of the colors from the palette using your smartphone or the Mystic Light App to match your system style to your taste. Or just turn on gaming echo, letting your monitor back light dance to music you play on the computer.
The MSI Optix Gaming monitor is built to enhance your gaming sessions to be as comfortable as possible. With adjustments to tilt and height, easily change the position of the gaming monitor for maximum ergonomics and optimum viewing experience.
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 are built with AMD FreeSync technology to create the smoothest visuals for your gameplay. To do this, AMD FreeSync 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.
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 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.
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.

  • Curved Gaming display (1800R) – The best gameplay immersion
  • Mystic Light – The ultimate gaming finish
  • WQHD High Resolution - Game titles will even look better, displaying more details due to the WQHD resolution
  • 144Hz Refresh Rate – Real smooth gaming
  • 1ms response time - eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • Gaming OSD App - Create the ultimate viewing settings for your game
  • True colors – DCI-P3 90% & sRGB 115%
  • AMD FreeSync – prevent screen tearing
  • 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 MAG321CQR computer monitor specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False
TV tuner integrated: no
On/off switch: yes
AC adapter included: yes

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (with stand): 6.63 kg
Height (with stand): 560 mm
Depth (with stand): 266.5 mm
Width (with stand): 612 mm

Packaging Data

Package weight: 8.94 kg
Quick start guide: yes
Stand included: yes

Power

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

Ergonomics

Tilt adjustment: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
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

VESA Adaptive Sync support: yes
AMD FreeSync: True

Design

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

Multimedia

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

Ports & Interfaces

Headphone outputs: 1
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.4
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True

Display

sRGB coverage (typical): 115%
RGB colour space: sRGB
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 144 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency: 55.3 - 162 kHz
Viewable size, vertical: 39.4 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 69.7 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.2724 x 0.2724 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
Screen curvature: 180 cm
Screen curvature rating: 1800R
Screen shape: Curved
HD type: 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: 80 cm (31.5")