BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
MSI MAG 274CF X24 27" Metallic Black 2025
What Buyers Say
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
MSI MAG 274CF X24 27" Metallic Black 2025
This monitor is highly praised for gaming, especially at a budget-friendly price. Users highlight its 240Hz refresh rate, good color and brightness, and solid build quality. One reviewer noted that colors need adjustment out of the box, but overall satisfaction remains high. The Q&A confirms impressive color gamut coverage and fast response times.
Pros
- 240Hz refresh rate
- Good color and brightness
- Solid build quality
- Affordable price for gaming
- No dead pixels or backlight bleed
Cons
- Colors need adjustment out of the box
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | MSI MAG 274CF X24 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | IPS★ | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 1,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 0.5 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 94% DCI-P3, 127% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit (8-Bit+FRC) |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 40W★ | 48W |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 3.40 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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)
MSI MAG 274CF X24 27" Metallic Black 2025
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong performance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong color (78th percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
MSI MAG 274CF X24 27" Metallic Black 2025
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 31 specs.
