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Release date: July 7, 2019
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MSI Optix MAG321CURV review

MSI Optix MAG321CURV. Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Response time: 4 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in USB hub. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

Visualize your victory with the MSI Optix MAG321CURV curved gaming monitor. Equipped with a 3840 x 2160 resolution panel with HDR Ready function, the Optix MAG321CURV will give you the competitive edge you need to take down your opponents

CURVED FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE

MSI gaming monitors use a curved display panel that has a curvature rate of 1500R, 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.

THE BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS

MAG321CURV supports up to 4K resolution, capturing every detail in the game and turning every frame a visual feast.

LOW INPUT LAG BEST SOLUTION FOR CONSOLE GAMES

MAG321CURV is built with maximum compatibility with consoles. Thanks to its incredibly low input lag and stunning 4K resolution, gamers will have much better experience playing console games on MAG321CURV than traditional TV.

THE MOST VIVID DISPLAY

MAG321CURV is a HDR monitor 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 monitors.

SEE CLEAR IN THE DARK

Night Vision can automatically detect the dark area on the screen and improve its details, giving gamers the advantage in the dark without overexposing other areas.

CONNECT WITH TYPE-C

Easily connect your laptop or PC to the MSI Optix MAG321CURV display via type-C port, or charge your devices with power up to 15W.

GAMING OSD APP ADVANTAGES

With the Gaming OSD (on screen display) app, it is very easy to setup your gaming monitor. In fact, you don’t need use the buttons on the monitor anymore, just use your keyboard and mouse to configure your monitor. The app even gives you hotkey options so you can switch settings between different games easily.

GAMING OSD : SPLIT WINDOWS

Gaming OSD features Split Windows, allowing you to arrange the software you are using with few clicks, making you a great multitasker.

PERSONALIZE YOUR GAMING RIG

Customize and set up your own color scheme through the MSI GAMING APP. With MSI Mystic Light, the Optix MAG321CURV'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.

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 and height, easily change the position of the gaming monitor for maximum ergonomics and optimum viewing experience.
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.

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.

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.

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.

  • Curved Gaming display (1500R) – The best gameplay immersion
  • 4K High Resolution - Game titles will even look better, displaying more details due to the 4K resolution
  • HDR Ready - Provide eye-catching detail through contrast and shadows adjustment
  • Gaming OSD App - Create the ultimate viewing settings for your game
  • Console Optimization – Best solution for console game
  • Mystic Light – The ultimate gaming finish
  • 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 MAG321CURV specs

Other Features

TV tuner integrated: no
AC adapter included: yes

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 7.3 kg
Height (without stand): 51 cm
Depth (without stand): 26.2 cm
Width (without stand): 71 cm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 8.94 kg
Cables included: AC
Stand included: yes

Power

External power adapter: yes
AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours: 72 kWh
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours: 40 kWh
Energy efficiency class (HDR): G
Energy efficiency class (SDR): G

Ergonomics

Tilt angle range: -5 - 20°
Tiltable: True
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

AMD FreeSync: False
NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

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
Audio input: no
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
DVI port: no
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity: 3
USB Type-C downstream ports quantity: 1
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

sRGB coverage (typical): 103%
RGB colour space: sRGB
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes
Viewable size diagonal: 39.2 cm
Viewable size, vertical: 69.7 cm
Vertical scan range: 48 - 60 Hz
Horizontal scan range: 55.3 - 162 kHz
Pixel pitch: 0.18159 x 0.18159 mm
3D: False
Display number of colours: 1.073 billion colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 60 Hz
Contrast ratio (dynamic): 100000000:1
Contrast ratio (typical): 2500:1
Supported graphics resolutions: 3840 x 2160
Screen shape: Curved
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Response time: 4 ms
Display brightness (typical): 300 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5")