MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" Black
MSI
54 Overall Score
vs
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
LG
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" Black
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LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
92 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Display quality 5
Refresh rate 5
Response time 5
Price 4
Build quality 4
Speakers 3
Scores
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Specifications
| MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | — | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR Ready | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 2.27 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" Black
- Strong portability (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (72nd percentile)
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" Black0.268score per dollar
vs
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 20250.127score per dollar
MSI PRO MP242 E14C 24" Black offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27"
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 28 specs.
