ASUS VA279HAE 27" BLACK 2022
MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M 27" Black 2026
What Buyers Say
ASUS VA279HAE 27" BLACK 2022
Despite some delivery and packaging issues reported by one user, the ASUS VA279HAL monitor is highly praised for its value, ease of setup, and eye-care features like low blue light and flicker-free screen. Users appreciate the crisp picture, stable stand with height and tilt adjustments, and the inclusion of an HDMI cable. The built-in speakers are considered weak, and on-screen controls are a bit fiddly, but overall this is seen as a solid, affordable work monitor.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Easy to set up
- Low blue light / flicker-free
- Stable stand with height tilt
- Crisp and clear picture
Cons
- Weak built-in speakers
- Awkward on-screen controls
- Damaged packaging in some cases
- Long shipping time reported
- Colors slightly less vibrant than older model
MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M 27" Black 2026
Based on 11 Q&A entries, this MSI gaming monitor is praised for its high-end technology like Mini-LED with 1,152 dimming zones, Quantum Dot for over 1 billion colors, and 0.5ms response time. Users value the 160Hz refresh rate, Adaptive Sync, and VESA mount compatibility. However, it lacks built-in speakers or a webcam, which may be a drawback for some.
Pros
- Mini-LED 1,152-zone local dimming
- Quantum Dot over 1 billion colors
- 0.5ms response time
- 160Hz refresh rate
- Adaptive Sync support
Cons
- No built-in speakers
- No built-in webcam
- Lack of AI features details
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS VA279HAE 27" | MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 160 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.5 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% Adobe RGB, 98% DCI-P3, 140% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 1000 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR1000★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | — | 1★ |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | No |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 5.44 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS VA279HAE 27" BLACK 2022
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M 27" Black 2026
- Strong color (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong performance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 15 of 28 specs.
