MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32" Black 2024
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32" Black 2024
The MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED monitor receives high praise for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and smooth 240Hz performance, making it a top choice for gaming and media. However, several users report significant frustrations with the invasive panel protect program that interrupts work with pop-ups and forced shutdowns, and some mention issues like a stuck pixel after a year and lack of warranty coverage. Overall, the hardware is excellent, but software and support issues prevent it from being universally recommended.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- 240Hz refresh rate
- Fast response time
- Good build quality
Cons
- Invasive panel protect program
- Forced shutdowns during work
- Stuck pixel after a year
- Warranty doesn't cover single pixel
- No DisplayPort cable included
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 32" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 97% Adobe RGB / 99% DCI-P3 / 138% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 90W | 40W★ |
| Weight | 9.60 kg | 8.20 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32" Black 2024
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Pricing
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32" wins 6 specs while BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" wins 6.
