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Release date: Nov. 13, 2022
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MSI OPTIX G321CQP review

MSI OPTIX G321CQP. Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: UltraWide Quad HD, Display technology: LED, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

Optix-G321CQP

Visualize your victory with MSI Optix G321CQP Curved Gaming™ monitor. Equipped with a 2560 x 1440, 165hz Refresh rate, 1ms response time panel, Optix G321CQP will give you the competitive edge you need to take down your opponents. Built with AMD FreeSync Premium , Optix G321CQP 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™ monitor for competitive play.

A SCREEN THAT BEST MATCHES THE CURVATURE OF THE HUMAN EYE

The MSI Optix Curved Gaming monitors adopts the new 1000R curved surface technology, creating the perfect curvature that's closer to the viewing angle of the human eye and reducing the eye fatigue caused by long-term use of the screen. At the same time, it enhances the sense of coverage and immersion, bringing a higher level of gaming experience to you.

165HZ REFRESH RATE + 1MS RESPONSE TIMEE

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.

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 G321CQP Curved 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.

TAILORED FOR THE PERFECT FIT

The MSI Optix Gaming monitor is built to make you as comfortable as possible while gaming. Through runments of tilting (-5°~20°), lowering and raising (0~90mm), and swiveling(-30° ~ 30°), you can easily change the position of the monitor for maximum ergonomics and optimum viewing experiences.

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.

LESS BLUE LIGHT PRO

Optix monitors are optimized to produce less amount of blue light displayed by the monitor, so that you can game for longer periods of time without eye-fatigue.

WE HEARD YOU LIKE WORKSPACE

The MSI Optix G321CQP supports both Picture in Picture(PIP) and Picture by Picture (PBP) to create a variety of different layouts tailored to maximize your workflow or gaming setup. With the MSI exclusive monitor control app, you can split up to 5 panes quickly and provide up to 10 split modes for different multitasking situations.

  • Panel Size32”
  • Panel TYPEVA
  • Aspect Ratio16:9
  • Panel Resolution2560x1440 (WQHD)
  • Refresh Rate165Hz
  • Response Time1ms (MPRT)

MSI OPTIX G321CQP specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False
Display brightness (peak): 250 cd/m²

Weight & Dimensions

Height (with stand): 558.4 mm
Depth (with stand): 287 mm
Width (with stand): 704.6 mm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package height: 212 mm
Package depth: 505 mm
Package width: 836 mm

Power

Power supply type: External
AC adapter output voltage: 19 V
Input current: 3.42 A
AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V

Ergonomics

LED indicators: Y
Tilt adjustment: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Picture-in-Picture: yes
Tilt angle range: -5 - 20°
Swivel angle range: -30 - 30°
Pivot: True
Pivot angle: -5 - 5°
Swivelling: True
Height adjustment: 9 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 75 x 75 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

Game mode: yes
Low Blue Light technology: yes
AMD FreeSync refresh rate range: 48 - 165 Hz
Shadow сontrol: yes
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync: True

Design

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

Multimedia

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

Ports & Interfaces

DC-in jack: yes
Charging port type: DC-in jack
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.2a
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0b
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
Built-in USB hub: no

Display

sRGB coverage (typical): 110%
Colour gamut: 85%
RGB colour space: DCI-P3
Contrast enhancer: yes
Pixel pitch: 0.2724 x 0.2724 mm
Response time (fast): 1 ms
Display number of colours: 16.7 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 165 Hz
Contrast ratio (dynamic): 100000000:1
Contrast ratio (typical): 2500:1
Supported video modes: 1080p, 1440p
Supported graphics resolutions: 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080), 2560 x 1440
Screen curvature rating: 1000R
Screen shape: Curved
Anti-glare screen: yes
Display technology: LED
HD type: UltraWide Quad HD
Response time: 1 ms
Hardware calibration: yes
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels
Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5")