MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Metallic Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Metallic Black 2025
The MSI MAG 321CUPDF monitor receives high praise from users for its excellent image quality and high refresh rate, making it a great choice for gaming. Reviewers consistently note the beautiful graphics and easy setup, with one mentioning imperceptible ghosting. All four verified buyers gave 5-star ratings, highlighting great value for the price.
Pros
- Great image quality
- High refresh rate
- Beautiful graphics
- Easy setup
- Variable refresh rate
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
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
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 31.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 160 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 93% Adobe RGB, 97% DCI-P3, 136% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 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 | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 90W★ | — |
| Weight | 6.67 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Metallic Black 2025
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong color (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong performance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong display (86th percentile)86th %ile
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Metallic Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 30 specs.
