MSI PRO MP273Q E14 27" Matte Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
MSI PRO MP273Q E14 27" Matte Black 2025
Users are highly satisfied with this MSI monitor, praising its sharp QHD display, smooth 144Hz refresh rate, and eye-care features. The white design is a hit for matching setups, and it performs well for both work and casual gaming. Minor concerns about backlight bleed and cable compatibility exist, but overall it's seen as a great value.
Pros
- Sharp QHD display
- Smooth 144Hz refresh rate
- Eye-care features
- White design matches setups
- Good for work and gaming
Cons
- Minor backlight bleed
- Occasional IPS glow
- Cable compatibility issues
- No HDMI 2.1 support
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 PRO MP273Q E14 27" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 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 | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 89%/DCI-P3 91% | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 6-Bit+FRC | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR Ready | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 4.09 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI PRO MP273Q E14 27" Matte Black 2025
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong display (72nd 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 MP273Q E14 27" Matte Black 2025 offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 29 specs.
