MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
MSI
93 Overall Score
vs
BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" Metallic Grey 2024
BenQ
76 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
92 out of 100 high confidence 45 reviews
This 500Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor is overwhelmingly praised for its incredible speed, vibrant colors, and deep blacks, with many calling it a massive upgrade from IPS panels. Users highlight the DisplayPort 2.1, no-DSC capability, and useful features like KVM and USB-C power delivery. The only minor complaints are a stiff DisplayPort cable and some confusion about DP version and DSC requirements, but overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- 500Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant QD-OLED colors
- Deep blacks and contrast
- DisplayPort 2.1 support
- No DSC required
Cons
- Stiff DisplayPort cable
- Confusion about DP version
- DSC required for 500Hz
- No built-in speakers mentioned
Refresh rate 12
Color quality 10
Contrast and blacks 6
Displayport version 5
Dsc requirement 4
Build quality 3
BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" Metallic Grey 2024
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Professional
Creative
Gaming
Office
Entertainment
Portable
Specifications
| MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 28.2" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2560 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 500 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB | 95% P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 90 W |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 250W | 34W★ |
| Weight | 8.16 kg | 7.62 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" Metallic Grey 2024
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong color (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Pricing
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 20260.088score per dollar
vs
BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" Metallic Grey 20240.108score per dollar
BenQ Programming Series RD280UA 28.2" Metallic Grey 2024 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27"
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 30 specs.
