MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
What Buyers Say
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
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
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
This Sceptre 27" 1080p 165Hz gaming monitor is widely praised as a great budget option for both work and play. Users highlight the sharp 1080p resolution at 27", smooth 165Hz refresh rate (via DisplayPort), and solid build quality for the price. Common complaints include a flimsy stand, poor built-in speakers, and occasional dead-on-arrival DisplayPort cables, but most agree these are minor issues given the value.
Pros
- Sharp 1080p picture at 27"
- Smooth 165Hz refresh rate
- Great value for the price
- Slim bezel design
- Includes DisplayPort cable
Cons
- Flimsy plastic stand
- Poor built-in speakers
- Occasional dead DisplayPort cable
- 144Hz max via HDMI
- Non-adjustable height
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 500 Hz★ | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓★ | — |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | 250W★ | — |
| Weight | 8.16 kg | 3.29 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
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
Pricing
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.